An open day for people interested in helping one of Scotland’s oldest open water swimming clubs is to be held.
Ye Amphibious Ancients Bathing Association (Yeaaba) in Broughty Ferry will host the event, in conjunction with Scottish Swimming, at the group’s clubhouse on September 30.
The club, which puts on races throughout the summer months – including the Tayport Cup, the Balmerino and harbour relay events – is looking for new and enthusiastic members who might wish to learn the ropes.
As well as a number of cold-water swims, it organises the annual New Year’s Day Dook at Broughty Ferry harbour, which sees thousands of hardy souls take the plunge for charity.
Yeaaba is looking for people who want to gain their time technician qualifications, as well as volunteers with an interest in improving their boating and tide reading skills.
The free open day will coincide with Scottish Swimming events across Scotland.
Yeaaba life president, Joyce McIntosh, said being part of the club committee was about much more than just swimming.
She said: “This event has been initiated via work from Scottish Swimming, who are having a wider open doors day for young people, as part of Scotland’s Year of Young People 2018. The September date is a day they initiated and we really wanted to jump on board with it this year.
“It will be, as you can imagine, quite cold come the end of September, so we will be looking to show what other roles are available at the club which won’t require going into the water.
“This Sunday will be our last event of the season, so the hope is next week’s open day will help build a head of steam for club interest before starting the new season next spring.
“We are able to help those keen on learning progress through their time technician qualifications.
“Those interested will also get further information on learning to row a boat, understanding how the tides work and using a boat with an engine.
“People will be able to see being part of the committee is much more than just swimming in the Tay during the summer.”
Anyone interested in attending the event is invited to join Yeaaba members at the clubhouse on Beach Terrace on Sunday September 30, from noon.
