DEK Genemuiden

Zwemvereniging De Eerste Kolk (DEK) is a swimming club based in Genemuiden, offering aquatic sports and activities for children and adults. Its programs include competitive swimming, water polo, youth water polo, trim swimming, and the KNZB Sterrenplan, a varied swimming program for children who have earned their swimming diploma B. Children who complete Sterrenplan, or join after earning their swimming diplomas, can progress to the club’s Swim Academy.

DEK supports members beyond training, with information and resources about competitions, schedules, results, swimming rules, personal and club records, team travel, club clothing, and the roles of coaches and officials. The club also shares guidance on health, nutrition, safe swimming, sportsmanship, positive coaching, and creating a safe sporting environment. Its website provides club news, event notices, documents, regulations, and information about membership, governance, and volunteer opportunities. Through its range of recreational and competitive activities, DEK serves swimmers at different stages, from children developing their skills to members taking part in organized swimming and water polo.