Whakatāne Swimming Club

16/08/2026

RESULTS - Short Course Showdown

Week 4 with coach Pavel on deck, and if the list of huge PB times are anything to go by - things are humming at training!

Huge congratulations to all our cubbies who attended this meet - you are flying and we are super impressed by all of you.

There were two absolute show stoppers of the event however who deserve a special shoutout..

Robert Sanderson ////

Robbie, this past 12 months you have absolutely transformed into a stunning swimmer to watch - and boy have you got some power in those arms now. Awesome efforts to you mate.

Zandre Herbst /////

Zandre did you hear us yelling? Damn mate, you cleaned up out there this weekend, and it was so cool hearing the young ones screaming your name.

Now - onto these BIG PB numbers across the board

26/05/2026

Massive congrats to our Chloe Gladwin for your selection to the NZ Tri Series team representing NZ in Australia in 5 weeks time.

We are all super proud of you ♥️

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08/05/2026

Its Official - we're on the hunt for a Full-time Head Coach.

Whakatane Swimming Club is a community-run, not-for-profit swim club based at the Aquatic Centre in Whakatane. Our vision is simple and ambitious:
To grow successful young adults through aquatics,
build resilience through sport,
and support inclusivity at all levels.

What we're offering
- A competitive wage based on experience and qualifications.
- A full-time Head Coach role with real scope to shape a programme and leave a legacy.
- A genuine opportunity to guide the next generation of high-performing young adults and athletes.
- Full support for ongoing professional development.
- A collaborative and supportive club environment.
- A lifestyle location with sunshine, beaches, trails, rivers and year-round outdoor options, without traffic or big-city costs.

If you are someone you know may be interested, please share this job ad below:

The Role Role: Full-time Head Coach Location: Whakatane Aquatic Centre, 28 Gwenda Ruegg Way, Whakatane Reporting to: WSC Committee via the President Abo...

19/04/2026

Huge congratulations to Chloe and Zandré on an awesome week of racing at NAGS in Hastings.
So many PBs and medals – all the early mornings and hard work are paying off.
Proud coaching and the rest of us watching the livestreams moment of seeing you both step up across so many events. 👏

31/03/2026

RISING STARS MEET RESULTS
Our largest cohort of Whakatane Swimming Club athletes did us proud this past Sunday representing us at Baywaves Rising Stars Meet.

Thanks to our amazing coaching crew of Mason Pickering, Jules Gladwin and Chloe Gladwin for everything you do for our swimmers day-to-day and to Swimming Bay of Plenty for organising a fantastic day on the water.

Congratulations again to our clubbies - we are so proud of you!!

OVERALL AGE GROUP MEDALISTS🏆

Tai Te Aorua Hahipene (9 year age Group)
🥇100m IM
🥈 100m Free, 50m Free, 50m Back, 50m Breast

Arabella Lawrence (11 years Age Group)
🥇200m Free
🥈50m Free.........................................

RACE PLACING RIBBONS

8 Year Olds
Iris Stansloski
🥇100m Free
🥉50m Free

TeAhurumowai Hahipene
🥈50m Free

9 Year Olds
Kase Edwards
🥇200m Breast
🥇100m Breast

10 Year Olds
Cherish Hoori
🥇50m Back

Kayley Ireland
🥇100m Back
🥉50m Free

12 Year Olds
Robert Sanderson
🥇200m Breast

John Stansloski
🥉200m Breast

13 Year Olds
Azelle Stansloski
🥈100m Back
🥈200m Back

Hudson Worrall
🥈100m Back
🥉50m Back
🥉100m Breast

15 Year Olds
Haley Sullivan
🥇400m Free
🥇100m Fly
🥇200m IM...............................

LIST OF PERSONAL BESTS (PBS)

- Edgar Withal (9) 50m free, 50m Breast
- Isla Williamson (10) 100m Free
- Indee-Rose Hill (10)100m Free, 50m Free, 50m Back
- TePuia Otimi Woodhouse (10) 100m Back, 100m Free
- Eilidh Garden (11) 100m Back, 50m Free
- Jessica Standen (11) 100m Free, Back & Breast | 50m Free, Back & Breast
- Rangikarere Warren (11) 100m Free, 100m Breast, 50m Back
- Oscar Worrall (11) 100m Free, 100m IM
- Maya Choudharey-Woodcock (13) 100m Free

17/11/2025

HELP NEEDED – Club Treasurer Support

To our swimming community - we need your help!

We're putting the call out urgently for someone who can lend a hand with our club finances.

Our amazing committee consists of no more than a handful of members and at the moment we are stretched thin.

Specifically our Treasurer urgently requires an ongoing helper to ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

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If you’ve got financial or accounting experience and can spare around 3 hours a week, please get in touch ASAP. It’s a volunteer role but a really rewarding way to give back and support local swimmers of all ages.

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You’d be helping with things like staying on top of accounts and making sure we stay compliant – all with the support of our friendly, committed team.

If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please email [email protected]

Thanks team – your support keeps our club afloat.

22/09/2025

Zandre and Chloe are representing us this week at the NZ Short Course Champs in Auckland.

They are sure kicking things off with a bang!🎉

Heres the action from Day 2:

Zandre
- Silver for 100m Freestyle and PB
- Bronze in 50m Butterfly and PB

Chloe
- took out a PB in her 400m IM

Day 1:
Chloe 1st in 100 Back multiclass (and a NZ Record), and 1st in the 800 Free with a PB and a NZ Record. Looking forward to more results to come.

Keep up the great work you two!

From all the clubbies at home watching 😃

11/07/2025

Whakatane Swim Club invites you to be a part of our 12-hour continuous relay fundraising event TOMORROW - Saturday, July 12.

This is a special event held in support of Chloe Gladwin, who has been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2025 Virtus Swimming Championships in Thailand later this year.

The event will run from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and is open to anyone in the Whakatāne community who is keen & able to splash out some laps for a great cause. All you have to do is provide a koha and you can join in!

https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-chloe-attend-the-virtus-world-swimming?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLdQudleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHi5oqm4ivceZh9rPOKtrP2jttvIfWaN1sCssfJfEnml5bPp6Wev0xvqyfR_w_aem_dWa_98i6SLwMkEzVnADVpA

- bring togs and some cash and swim as many laps as you like
- bring the family and join in on the fun

See lifeguards or swim club members if you'd like to join in.

Fundraising to help Chloe Gladwin attend the 2025 World Virtus Swimming Championships in Thailand.

09/06/2025

🌊 AGM & PRIZEGIVING 🌊

THIS SATURDAY AFTERNOON 14TH JUNE

1pm - 2pm - AGM
(Drop the kids inside for pool play and head to the Harriers club)
2:30pm - Afternoon tea (bring a plate)
3.00pm - PRIZEGIVING (kids well be celebrating you!).............................................................................................
Your involvement matters. Together, we can make our swim club stronger, more inclusive, and even more fun for every child.

We know you're passionate about your child’s swimming journey and we need you to help shape the future of our club and create the best possible experience for our swimmers.

AGM - Why we need your attendance

• Have Your Say: This is your chance to voice ideas, share feedback, and help guide club decisions.
• Get Involved: We are looking for 3-4 new committee members so nominations will be open. The more hands help, the better we will be for our swimmers.
• Celebrate Success: Hear about our swimmers’ achievements and exciting plans for the year ahead.

We'll see everyone Saturday afternoon!