Making a Splash: GYWSO’s Impact on the Community
Beyond medals and competitions, Great Yarmouth & Waveney Special Olympians (GYWSO) is making a difference in the wider community.
For over three decades, the club has welcomed swimmers of all abilities, creating a safe, inclusive environment where people with physical, learning, and mental health challenges can thrive.
Grant awarded to Great Yarmouth & Waveney Special Olympians
Building Confidence Through Swimming
GYWSO isn’t just a swimming club - it’s a hub of confidence, friendship, and achievement.
Swimmers gain skills in the water, develop resilience, and experience the pride of representing their town at local, national, and international competitions.
The club’s volunteer coaches guide, encourage, and inspire athletes at every step, making every session a chance to grow and succeed.
Extending Reach with the Grant
Thanks to the grant from the Great Yarmouth Sport & Leisure Trust, GYWSO can replace the essential plinth that means that wheelchair users can participate fully, and sessions remain inclusive for everyone.
The funding also supports the club’s broader mission: to encourage families, schools, and local organisations to get involved, whether by volunteering, attending events, or trying swimming themselves. This ensures that the benefits of inclusive sport can extend further.
A Legacy of Inclusion
Long may the GYWSO club continue as a cherished community group, where everyone can belong, achieve and take pride in their abilities.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT GYWSO
If you would like to find out more, you can explore the Great Yarmouth and Waveny Special Olympians website or email them via h.sayer1@ntlworld.com.
apply for a Great Yarmouth Sport & Leisure Trust grant
If you are part of an amazing sport or leisure team, or maybe run a leisure or fitness activity, and would like to apply for up to £500 of funding, we are taking applications now.
Find out how you can apply for a grant, and view the application form, here >
