Make a splash and raise funds for Mind at
The UCL Charity Swimathon

We're on a mission to make sure no mind is left behind. We're making waves for mental health by hosting the first-ever UCL Charity Swimathon. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer, or just love a good splash, this event is your chance to make a difference by raising vital funds for Mind.

Swim in the pool of champions at the London Aquatics Centre

Designed for swimmers of all abilities, from absolute beginners to Olympic and Paralympic champions, London Aquatics Centre (near UCL East) is the perfect place to channel your inner Tom Daley, push your limits, and have fun swimming.

The UCL Charity Swimathon is open to all UCL students, staff, and alumni so everyone has the chance to swim like a champion.

Sign up today and make your pledge !

You can swim on your own, or as part as a team. It's totally up to you! Whatever you decide to do, you will pledge the number of lengths you would like to swim when purchasing your ticket. If you swim in a team, just make sure you have 5 swimmers.

By signing up, you'll get:

  • Entry to The UCL Charity Swimathon
  • A finishers medal 
  • A digital certificate 
  • A great experience...and bragging rights, having swam in a pool for champions!

Learn to swim with us or join a practice session

Looking to get in some practice beforehand? Want to learn how to swim? We've got you covered.

No matter your ability, we have a range of sessions available to help you train. Join our Project Active Lane Swimming session every Wednesday from 8:00-09:00am at the London Aquatics Centre or you can join one of our Learn to Swim six week course.

Sport
Project Active Lane Swimming
19/02/2025 | 8:00 - 9:00
Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to announce our Project Active Swim sessions at the iconic London Aquatics Centre. Lane swimming is superb exercise, it works the whole body, builds strength & endurance & doesn't put undue strain on your joints.
Sport
Project Active Lane Swimming
26/02/2025 | 8:00 - 9:00
Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to announce our Project Active Swim sessions at the iconic London Aquatics Centre. Lane swimming is superb exercise, it works the whole body, builds strength & endurance & doesn't put undue strain on your joints.
Sport
Project Active Lane Swimming
05/03/2025 | 8:00 - 9:00
Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to announce our Project Active Swim sessions at the iconic London Aquatics Centre. Lane swimming is superb exercise, it works the whole body, builds strength & endurance & doesn't put undue strain on your joints.

Raising vital funds for Mind

We're supporting Mind, the mental health charity, because we know that the struggle is real.

Going to uni can be challenging. You may feel lots of pressure to do well academically, or pressure to be sociable. You might be juggling your studies with other family or work commitments. Maybe you're just starting your course or moving away from home for the first time. 

  • 2 out of 3 students feel down at some point during their studies
  • More than 50% of students don't feel comfortable admitting to others that they're not coping
  • 1 in 8 students experience suicidal feelings at university
  • 20% of higher education students consider themselves to have a mental health problem

We will be donating a percentage of each ticket sale directly to Mind. If you would like to make an additional donation to our chosen charity, Mind, you can do so via The UCL Charity Swimathon Just Giving page

If you have any questions, please email us at su.projectactive@ucl.ac.uk