Historical background

COAST is a composite team based on swimmers from 6 local clubs within Aberdeen (link to member clubs).  The COAST programme was established in 1996 after a year of consultation with the City's swimming clubs, City of Aberdeen Council, the Scottish Amateur Swimming Association (SASA) and the Scottish Sports Council (SSC).

The overall objective of the programme is to enable easy access for every child to a structured and standardized Learn to Swim Scheme, (link to Aqua Aberdeen) which leads on to Junior Competitive Swimming where capable swimmers can improve and attain competence. After basic development a detailed and progressive performance pathway is available to those who have the interest, commitment, capability and enthusiasm to compete with COAST which will progress their swimming careers from local through to international standard.

The programme is headed by a Professional Performance Coach and his coaching team, and supported by a Management Committee comprising representatives of all participating clubs and the City Council.

The programme is jointly financed by the clubs, the swimmers, Aberdeen City Council, SASA and the SSC with sponsorship from various sources and business within the Aberdeen area.

The Clubs

COAST was created by the co-operation of swimming clubs in Aberdeen. By putting aside past rivalries, a new dynamic force in Scottish swimming has been created. 

The clubs involved are:
 

The team provides an important social benefit to the City of Aberdeen by linking groups from all areas and uniting them to a common purpose.