Welcome to Electric Eels!

 Electric Eels is a family orientated club specifically for children (over 8) & adults with Down’s Syndrome. We cater for experienced & non-swimmers alike, who wish to develop their fitness, core strength & improve technical aspects of swimming, in a safe, friendly environment.

SWIMMING
Electric Eels was founded in June 2008. We are a competitive swim club for young people over 8 with Down's Syndrome.


ARTISTIC (SYNCHRO)
In 2014, Electric Eels launched Artistic (Synchro) swimming
with the help of Artistic Swimmers from Reading Royals Synchro Club.
We are the ONLY such club in the COUNTRY.
VOLUNTEERS
The club relies on teachers and volunteers. No formal qualifications are required - we only ask that you should be interested in swimming and can regularly attend.

SUPPORTERS
Electric Eels is a registered UK charity & every penny goes to helping our members. There are many ways to support the club.


Support Electric Eels Today

Join us in making a difference by donating, volunteering, or participating in our community events to help children and adults with Down's Syndrome enjoy the benefits of swimming.
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Testimonials

Hear from our members about their inspiring journeys and achievements with Electric Eels.

"The past 3 years or so have been an amazing experience with Electric Eels. Over the years I have had the privilege to teach and be a role model to these children. Seeing them has inspired me to volunteer in many other areas of my life, and taught me a valuable lesson to put others first. This was not only learnt from the kids, but also from the other volunteers and coaches who put so much aside for the swimmers. Seeing this charity grow and have swimmers come from all around Berkshire is inspiring! I wish you all the best and i hope that Electric Eels will continue to do the excellent work it has been doing"
Volunteer, Electric Eels
"Our family cannot thank you enough for what you have done for our son (and all our volunteer boys!) Our son is incredibly proud to belong to 'Electric Eels' club. It is a very important part of his life. Thank you"
Family
Swimmer/ Parent/ Volunteer, Electric Eels
"To Pauline, Thank you for the being a great swimming teacher. Wishing you the best, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year xxx"
J
Swimmer, Electric Eels
"Happy New Year Pauline, you have changed my world in so many ways, by having me at your club allowed me to have opportunities that I could only dream of, you have helped in my path of finding a job that I love. You have honestly bettered me as a person and I love you loads Pauline so bring on the many more year and the rest of our adventures!xxxx"
Volunteer, Electric Eels
"The Electric Eels is a great activity - it is truly rewarding seeing the groups progress each week"
J
Swim Instructor, Electric Eels
"Dear Pauline, Thank you for helping me learn to swim. Without you and Electric Eels I wouldn't have the confidence to swim on my own"
G
Swimmer, Electric Eels

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