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Become a Confident Swimmer in 2026!

After a short break we are pleased to announce, Swim Ireland’s Swim For A Mile initiative will be back in 2026. Swim For A Mile aims to encourage people to get back into the pool and become confident life-long swimmers. Swim Ireland coaches have written a swimming programme, that enables those who can swim a little to swim a mile in just 12 weeks. You can choose to follow the programme on your own or join one of the SFAM training groups at a participating pool.

Step up to the challenge and opt to complete the mile (or half mile) in an official Swim For A Mile Challenge event, where you will be supported through your timed swim and receive a Swim For A Mile event pack.
We are currently working with facilities around the country to set up training programmes and you will find these on the Training Page.

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Outdoor
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Swim For a Mile is back in 2026!!!

After a years break, Swim For a Mile is back and preparation is well under way!  We encour

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Adam Cox   •   

December 8, 2025

Swim for a Mile Charity Partner for 2024

We are delighted to announce that Swim Ireland’s Swim for A Mile has selected Children’s Health

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Matthew Kennedy   •   

January 10, 2024

SFAM 2024 Bookings Now Open!

  Bookings for Swim for a Mile 2024 are now open! If you are looking for a challenge

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Matthew Kennedy   •   

December 11, 2023

Please support our charity partner:

Children's Health Foundation

The Children’s Health Foundation are the Official Charity Partner of the Swim For a Mile Challenge.

This year Swim Ireland commits to donating €5,000 to The Children's Health Foundation, but can you help us reach our goal of €15,000?

You can opt to create your own fundraising page with SFAM when completing your event booking, or alternatively you can add a donation to your booking instantly when checking out or simply share the donation page to spread awareness!

The Children's Health Foundation raises vital funds to support sick children and their families in CHI hospitals and urgent care centres in Crumlin, Temple Street, Tallaght and Connolly.

Let’s swim miracle miles for the Children’s Health Foundation!

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