Looking ahead, Super September returns with a strong line‑up of galas, giving all members opportunities galore, whether you be looking to make those first steps in competitive swimming in a familiar and supportive environment, looking to take those first steps in to open gala swimming at a bigger venue, or looking to achieve qualifying times for the Yorkshire Winter Competition in October.
For any new to swimming wondering why we post events so far ahead of time, this is way open galas tend operate with gala entry dates often closing a couple of months prior to an event – swim families must plan ahead!
The first event of the month has already been released: the Doncaster Dartes September Sprints. Full details can be found below.
📅 September Competition Schedule
5–6 September – NASC / Moors Time Trials
📍 Bedale
An early‑season opportunity to post benchmark times in a friendly and supportive environment. Ideal for both new and existing members, whether you are setting your first recorded time, establishing an early‑season baseline, or chasing County qualifying times.
Full details, including entry information, will be released during the summer. All members are encouraged to attend this event.
13 September – Doncaster Dartes September Sprints
📍 Leeds, John Charles Centre for Sport
A new event for NASC this year, but held in a familiar venue. This is a Level 3 licensed A/B/C grade sprint meet, featuring:
- 50m events across all strokes
- 100m Individual Medley
- 10‑lane 25m pool
Suitable for all swimmers in Junior squad or above, who are aged 9 years and over.
📝 Entries are now open and close on 18 June 2026, full details available via the event link here.
Sheffield Weekender
A firm favourite in the club calendar, the Sheffield Weekender offers swimmers two full days of racing at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre, an outstanding competition venue. Not able to make the full weekend, that’s ok too, pick and choose what you can manage.
This weekend is also a fantastic social opportunity, with many members choosing to stay overnight in Sheffield and join an informal group dinner on Saturday evening.
19 September – Rotherham A/B Grade Gala
📍 Sheffield, Ponds Forge International Sports Centre
Details to be announced in due course by the host Club.
20 September – City of Sheffield Swim Squad (COSSS) Teaspoon Gala
📍 Sheffield, Ponds Forge International Sports Centre
Details to be announced in due course by the host Club.
Yorkshire Winter Competition Qualifying
September is one of the best months to secure qualifying times for the Yorkshire Winter Competition, and swimmers are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the opportunities listed above. The qualifying times have now been released. The Club will contact those qualifying in mid September to allow sign up.
- Lower Age Group (9–12 years)
17–18 October | 📍 Sheffield, Ponds Forge International Sports Centre
Qualifying times available here - Upper Age Group (13 years and over)
10–11 October | 📍 Leeds, John Charles Centre for Sport
Qualifying times available here