Welcome to YMLAEN: Our Strategy for Aquatics in Wales
Swim Wales is proud and excited to unveil our new YMLAEN strategy to drive Welsh aquatics forward over the next three years.
YMLAEN, the Welsh word for “forward” or “progress”, sets a new, positive direction for the national governing body, its members, supporters and the 500,000 people who participate in aquatics every week. Our new strategic framework showcases our commitment to driving growth, development, and inclusivity in aquatics throughout Wales as we work to make our vision of aquatics for everyone for life a reality.
Read the full YMLAEN document here.
OUR VISION
AQUATICS FOR EVERYONE FOR LIFE
Swim Wales adopted the vision of “Aquatics for everyone for life” in 2017 as its guiding principle. This vision has shaped the organization’s strategies, activities, initiatives, and programs, emphasizing its commitment to making aquatic activities and sports accessible to individuals of all backgrounds, including age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, education, and national origin.
OUR APPROACH
Against the backdrop of an evolving landscape, YMLAEN will ensure Welsh aquatics remains relevant and responsive to the diverse needs of communities across Wales through to 2026 and beyond. It is our aim to give everyone the opportunity to access the mental and physical benefits aquatics can unlock.
Additionally, the strategy seeks to promote and strengthen the reputation of Wales’ performance programme as a world leader in both performance and culture to inspire the nation to participate.
OUR VALUES
Against the backdrop of an evolving landscape, YMLAEN will ensure Welsh aquatics remains relevant and responsive to the diverse needs of communities across Wales through to 2026 and beyond. It is our aim to give everyone the opportunity to access the mental and physical benefits aquatics can unlock.
Additionally, the strategy seeks to promote and strengthen the reputation of Wales’ performance programme as a world leader in both performance and culture to inspire the nation to participate.
