1. Runnymede Swimming Club Belgium Friday 18 th – Sunday 20 th September 2015

2. Runnymede Swimming Club For the last seven years, Runnymede Swimming Club has taken part in an international swimming gala held in Belgium. OZV Swimming Club in Overpelt, near Antwerp, hosts the gala, where Runnymede is one of 12 international clubs from Holland, Belgium and Germany.

3. Runnymede Swimming Club The purpose of the trip is primarily to enjoy the experience of competing in an international gala as well as forming friendships with swimmers from other countries.

4. Runnymede Swimming Club Usual Itinerary: Friday- Day: coach/ferry (via Dover) - Evening - Meal Saturday- Morning swim session - Afternoon swim session - Evening meal Sunday- Morning swim session - Afternoon swim session - Evening return coach/ferry

5. Runnymede Swimming Club Swimming in an international competition inspires the team to greater heights! Swimmers have a sense of pride as they represent their country when the “National Anthem” is played at the opening ceremony.

6. Runnymede Swimming Club There is a great sense of team spirit! The swimmers all warm up together and support each other throughout the weekend.

7. Runnymede Swimming Club The pool is light, clean and modern. There is a recreational area for swimmers and spectators.

8. Runnymede Swimming Club Outside of the swimming pool there is a chance to have lunch and relax!

9. Runnymede Swimming Club Accommodation is at ‘t Pelterke, which is a modern, clean youth hostel five minutes from the swimming pool.

10. Runnymede Swimming Club Entrance Playground Bedrooms Barbeque and Bar area

11. Runnymede Swimming Club Feedback from children and parents over the past few years say it’s a fun, worthwhile trip and we usually bring home a few medals!

12. Runnymede Swimming Club If you are interested in going or would like more information: see the notice board in the club room. ask any member of the RSC committee