Black Girl Swim Club FAQs

No, BGSC is a media platform that documents Black aquatic culture and hosts events.
We feature lessons, experiences and stories to open up your world on swimming, travel and meeting new people.
Look out for updates on our website, socials and newsletter!
No, while the core of our content is for beginner swimmers, BGSC is for black women at all stages—from beginners to confident swimmers interested in swimming, watersports, travel and wellbeing.
BGSC started out running swimming lessons in partnership with B.O.S.S. The aim was to create a social environment to encourage more black women to take up swimming.
BGSC is based in London, UK but we cover international stories, events, lessons and travel recommendations.

BGSC curates swimming lessons, retreats and water-based experiences aligned with our editorial direction and audience.
Fill in our submission form to be considered for editorial coverage across our website or social platforms.
Please note that submissions do not guarantee inclusion and all features are subject to editorial selection and scheduling.
Yes, you can read more about the types of projects we work on here and get in touch at hello@blackgirlswim.club.
Yes! We welcome recommendations, references, historical imagery, contemporary work and stories connected to Black aquatic culture.
While we can't publish everything we're sent, we review submissions that may contribute to the wider BGSC conversation and archive.
To share a reference, story or project, email hello@blackgirlswim.club