Swim22 Challenge
Take on your Swim22 challenge in support of Diabetes UK and get a four-month complimentary Better Flex Membership.
What is the Swim22 challenge?
Swim the length of the English Channel, yes, that's 22 miles, in 12 weeks at your local Better swimming pool to support Diabetes UK who are committed to empowering everyone to become more confident and boost their mood by swimming regularly.
How do I get a four-month complimentary Better Flex Membership?
To help you complete this challenge, we're offering you a Better Flex Membership lasting four months. First, you'll need to register for the challenge at Diabetes UK Swim22, then you'll be provided with a link to the Swim22 resources page where you can sign up for a Better Flex membership.
What is the Better Flex Membership?
It's our most flexible membership yet. As well as up to 30% off the gym, pool and fitness classes at Better centres nationwide*, you'll also receive a number of benefits including one free activity booking (gym, swim or fitness class) a month and more. See Better Flex Membership for more details.
Into The Pool Sessions
Set aside any nerves or hesitation about tackling the Swim22 challenge! Our 'Into the Pool' local sessions are designed to help you feel at ease, offering a guided pool orientation and a confidence-boosting session with a Swim Doctor coach. Join us to get comfortable in the water and prepare to conquer the challenge with confidence.
The sessions will include:
- A welcome to the local pool and leisure centre by one of Better’s qualified swimming coaches.
- A short dry-side Q&A with a coach answering any queries around training, technique or indeed anything else related to the swim challenge.
- A 30-minute group coached session in the pool.
- A social, offering those who’ve taken part the chance to meet other fundraisers who are training in the local area.
Into The Pool Session Locations
All Better centres support the Swim22 challenge! The locations listed below are hosting special 'Into The Pool' sessions to help participants build confidence before taking on the challenge.
York Leisure Centre
Kathryn Avenue,
Monks Cross Dr
Huntington, York YO32 9AF
Monday 31st March 2025
6.45pm – 8.15pm
Bath Sports and Leisure Centre
N Parade Rd,
Bathwick, Bath BA2 4ET
Tuesday 1st April
5.30pm – 7pm
Oasis Sports Centre
32 Endell St,
London WC2H 9AG
Tuesday 25th March
5pm – 6.30pm
Manchester Aquatics Centre
2 Booth St E,
Manchester, M13 9SS
Monday 7th April, 2025
5.45pm – 7.15pm
Templemore Baths
96 Templemore Ave,
Belfast, BT5 4FW
Tuesday 1st April, 2025
8:00pm – 9:30pm
Andersonstown Leisure Centre
132 Andersonstown Rd,
Belfast BT11 9BY
Wednesday 2nd April, 2025
8:00pm – 9:30pm
For those who don’t live locally to where the sessions are taking place, Diabetes UK will be hosting a Facebook Live with one of our Better’s Swim Doctors that is free and available for everyone to join. Join the Swim22 Facebook Community group to find out more.
Date and time: March 6th at 12.30pm
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