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We're thrilled to share the latest progress on our clubhouse transformation! After another long weekend of woodwork and tiling, we’ve made significant headway. The framing for the walls is complete, and we’ve started adding the first coat of paint to some areas. But with the entire space needing multiple coats, we’re still hard at work! Even more exciting, the new flooring is being delivered today! This brings us one step closer to our goal of having the space fully ready ahead of our next training camp with Olympic Athletes Joe...
It may not look like much, but this photo represents 7 hours of hard work today by Matt in a very warm clubhouse! The framing is now complete for the wall that will house our AV equipment and wiring, and all the framing for the new bathroom which is now nearly ready for the plumber to work his magic! It's all coming along well, and we couldn’t be more excited to see the transformation taking shape. Thank you to everyone who’s been putting in the hours to make this happen...
We’re offering beautifully crafted plaques to help fund our clubhouse transformation. These plaques will be proudly displayed in our club’s reception area and later in the new gym, honoring the generous supporters who made this dream possible. EXCLUSIVE PLAQUE OPTIONS: Extra Large (Gold With Personalisation): £50 – Celebrate our swimming clubs golden anniversary! Large (Silver With Personalisation): £25 – Honor our water polo clubs silver anniversary! Medium (Blue With Personalisation): £10 – Show your support in our vibrant community color! Small (White Colour At Home): £5 – Be a part...
Check out the progress we’ve made! ️ Our room is now completely cleared and ready for the next steps. A huge thanks to everyone who helped us get this far! Next Up: We need volunteers to help scrape the residue off the floor to prepare it for the new flooring. Any extra hands would be greatly appreciated! Exciting News: This week, we’re taking delivery of our new bathroom goods, a brand-new water heater, and a new radiator. A massive thank you to The Plumb Factory Blackpool (plumbfactory.com) for...
Our long-awaited clubhouse renovation has officially begun! While our athletes were busy making waves at the North Lancs Gala, four dedicated volunteers - Matt Howard, Phil Gibson, Ant Power supported by our special Mako , Fox Howard - kicked off the project by clearing out all the old furnishings. ️ Thanks to their hard work, we've made significant progress and are now moving into the next phase of our renovation journey. We're reaching out to the wider community for support. If you have skills, materials, or resources that could...
We need your help! We're giving our clubhouse a makeover to transform it into an awesome classroom and gym/land training room for our swimmers, and we need to keep costs as low as possible. We're looking for skilled volunteers who can lend a hand with the following: Plumbers Roofers Decorators ️♂️ Flooring Experts Anyone with a large car boot to help take rubbish to the tip We’re also looking for anyone who can donate or offer discounts on materials, including: External Doors Furniture ️...
What an incredible weekend at the North Lancs Level 3 Development Meet! Our team of 25 athletes made a splash with a whopping 71 personal best times! The achievements didn't stop there either with an amazing: 11 Bronze Medals 7 Silver Medals 13 Gold Medals A special shoutout to our first-time competitors and those taking on new events—your courage and determination inspire us all! Our success isn’t just about the medals. It’s about the incredible support system that powers every stroke: Poolside supporters and teammates all cheering at the lanes,...
A huge well done to our Micro Team for their incredible performance in the final round of the Micro League in Preston today! Our young swimmers truly shined with their amazing efforts and determination. Special shoutouts to those who swam up an age group, showcasing their bravery and skill! And a big welcome to our newcomers who competed in their very first Micro League – your hard work and enthusiasm were truly inspiring! A heartfelt thank you to our amazing parents for making the journey and cheering on the team....
Last weekend, these three young talents raced with determination at the Team Steel Level 1 Long Course Meet at Ponds Forge! Not only did they bring home a Gold, Silver and Bronze, but they also smashed some club records and achieved new PBs along the way! Their hard work, dedication, and passion for swimming truly shone through. We're incredibly proud of your achievements and the way you represented Fleetwood Makos. Keep pushing the boundaries and striving for excellence. The whole Makos family is cheering you on! Thank you to our...
We are incredibly proud to announce that four of our talented Fleetwood Makos will be representing Rossall School at the 2024 IAPS National School Swimming Finals at the London Aquatics Centre! These young swimmers have shown remarkable dedication and skill to reach this prestigious event, and we couldn’t be more excited for them. We are all behind you, rooting for your success and celebrating every stroke you take!

