About Us
Welcome to Rainbow Waves Swim Club, a masters swim club in Ōtautahi Christchurch that brings together swimmers of the rainbow community (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Takatāpui, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Questioning, Trans & Allies) in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, build endurance, or simply enjoy the water with like-minded people, we have a place for you.
We currently offer casual swim sessions, but starting from the first Thursday in May, we’re excited to introduce coach-led training sessions! With structured workouts and expert guidance, these sessions will help members refine their skills and reach their goals—all while maintaining the friendly, inclusive spirit that defines our club.
Swim With Us
We welcome swimmers of all backgrounds who want to stay active, improve their technique, and be part of a friendly swim community. To ensure everyone gets the most out of our sessions, we have a minimum swimming requirement:
- You should be able to comfortably swim at least 1km within a 1-hour session.
- We don’t require competitive experience, but you should be confident swimming multiple lengths in a pool.
- If you’re unsure whether you meet the requirement, feel free to come along and give it a try!
What to Expect in a Typical Session
Our sessions are structured to balance endurance, technique, and fun. Here’s an example of what a workout might look like:
- 2 × 300m (30s rest) – 2× (100m easy freestyle / 50m backstroke DPS)
- 4 × 150m (30s rest) – 100m easy freestyle / 50m backstroke drill
- 8 × 75m (20s rest) – 25m hard backstroke / 50m easy freestyle
- 2 × 300m (30s rest) – 2× (100m easy freestyle / 50m easy backstroke)
Why Join Us?
- Inclusive & Supportive – Open to swimmers of all backgrounds and skill levels. To ensure a comfortable pace for all, we ask that swimmers are able to swim at least 1,000 meters within an hour.
- Casual Sessions Now, Coach-Led Training Starting in May – Join us for structured coaching to refine your technique and boost your performance.
- Social & Fun – Meet new people, stay active, and be part of a welcoming swim community.
- Flexible Participation – Whether you’re training for an event or just swimming for fun, you’re welcome here.
If you’re keen to join, get in touch or drop by one of our sessions.
Contact
We currently swim at Linwood Pool, Christchurch, every Thursday from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
📍 Linwood Pool
141 Smith Street, Linwood, Christchurch 8062
If you’re interested in joining us or have any questions, feel free to reach out using the form below. We’d love to hear from you!