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Your swim22 Resources

To help make every length count and to help you reach your fundraising target, we’ve put together a number of helpful resources below. Can't find what you need? Simply drop us an email at swim22@diabetes.org.uk or check out our FAQs.

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"I'm taking on" social post

You're taking on an epic channel crossing swim. You don’t want to be keeping that to yourself. Download our social asset and let people know you’re taking on Swim22.

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"We're taking on" social

As a team you're taking on an epic channel crossing swim. You don’t want to be keeping that to yourself. Download our social asset and let people know you’re taking on Swim22.

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Better Gyms Flex Membership

Better are offering all Swim22 sign ups a Better Diabetes UK challenge Flex Membership for a fixed four-month period. Find out more information here.

Swim22 11 mile welcome pack

11 mile welcome pack

Download your editable Swim22 11 mile guide containing useful hints and tips for conquering your challenge.

Swim22 22 mile welcome pack

22 mile welcome pack

Download your editable Swim22 22 mile guide containing useful hints and tips for conquering your challenge.

Swim22 44 mile welcome pack

44 mile welcome pack

Download your editable Swim22 44 mile guide containing useful hints and tips for conquering your challenge.

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Into the Pool sessions

We are excited to announce Better will be putting on six free “Into the Pool” sessions at the end of March for Swim22 participants! Please find out more information here.

Adult Swimming lessons

Adult Swimming lessons

Are you new to swimming or want to improve your technique? Better has you covered with adult swimming lessons near you. No matter your age, our friendly teachers can help you enjoy a whole new world in the water. Find out more here.

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Swim22 pool guide

To save you reaching for the calculator, here’s a handy guide to how many lengths you need to swim depending on the size of your local pool.

Swim22 Sponsor Form

Swim22 Sponsor Form

For collecting money offline download our handy sponsorship form to keep track of those who are supporting your challenge.

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Pledge card

Download and print your pledge card and write down why you're swimming. Why not share a selfie with it in the Facebook group.

Swim22 poster

Swim22 poster

Download and print our Swim22 poster to share with your local pool

Top tips for sharing your page

Wondering how to share your page in order to get more donations? Look no further than our quick and easy guide. You'll be a fundraising pro in no time.

A to Z of fundraising

Not sure where to start? This guide is packed with fun ideas to try.

Swimming recipes

Swimming recipes

Fuel your swimming with these tasty, healthy recipes.

Fundraising guide

To help you with your fundraising, please see a link below to our latest fundraising guide. Scroll through this virtual magazine and be inspired by others stories and find some interesting hints and tips to help you.

Event info & FAQS

Want to know more about the challenge? Check out our event information & Frequently Asked Questions page.

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Earn Rewards

Alongside the rewarding feeling that comes with taking regular swimming for your health, we have a number of swim-tastic rewards for you to earn as you tick off fundraising milestones.

Join our Facebook group

Join our Facebook group to meet your fellow swimmer, share your top tip and take share photos! It is a very welcoming and encouraging space.