The 'CSA' is the Governing Body of Channel Swimming
The Official Channel Swimming Association Record Books list and detail all properly authenticated Swim attempts since 1875 to the present day. Since 1927, Cross-Channel Swims have been organised and regulated by the Channel Swimming Association and all Swims officially observed by its designated Officials are faithfully recorded.
Many Long-Distance Swimmers strive to join the ranks of the famous few who have conquered 'The Channel' in the Strait of Dover. To have successful Swims officially ratified by the CSA and recorded in the Association's Official Handbook represents the highest pinnacle of success. Claims to have swum 'outside of the CSA' are not recorded, and are not afforded Official Recognition by the Channel Swimming Association. There's little point in appointing your own private referee and hoping that his 'certificate' will one day carry credibility. Fortunately, the proper registration procedure is very straight-forward and CSA Staff and Members are on hand to assist you in every way.
Our Constitution allows us the flexibility to be able to make provision for the many differing needs of all bona-fide Swimmers - but our Swim Rules are, as you might expect, very strict, and traditional standards are vigorously upheld.
To obtain a Information/Registration Pack please fill in our online enquiry form or contact us at the address below:
Dr. Julie Bradshaw MBE, Secretary Channel Swimming Association Ltd 381 New Ashby Road Loughborough Leics. England LE11 4ET Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1509 554137
The successor of the CHANNEL SWIMMING ASSOCIATION Registered in England – Registration No 3868395 Registered Office Address:Larking Gowen Chartered Accountants, Unit 41, Claydon Business Park, Great Blakenham, Ipswich, IP6 0NL, UK.