Vikings Swim Club

Vikings Swim Club is a competitive swimming club based in Christchurch, New Zealand, offering coaching and athlete development for swimmers of different ages and abilities. Led by Head Coach George Long, with Assistant Coach Hannah Sutherland, the club supports swimmers progressing from learn-to-swim programmes as well as those seeking to advance their racing. Its squad pathways include four training tiers and a Masters squad, with structured pool training and dryland sessions.

Vikings takes a holistic approach to development, combining stroke technique, endurance, physical conditioning and mental skills. The club aims to build competitive performance alongside camaraderie, confidence and team spirit, preparing swimmers for regional and national competition, with pathways to higher-level racing. Members take part in meets, championships and team events, while the club also celebrates personal bests, first races and individual achievements. Vikings has seen swimmers compete at events including the Youth Commonwealth Games, World Junior Championships and Australian State Championships. New members can book a free trial, and competitive club transfers are offered a free one-week trial.