SafeSwim: A Safe Kid

A professional wide-angle shot of a clean, bright indoor swimming pool in Central Europe. Large windows let in soft natural light, reflecting on the calm navy blue water. The atmosphere is quiet, safe, and professional.
A professional wide-angle shot of a clean, bright indoor swimming pool in Central Europe. Large windows let in soft natural light, reflecting on the calm navy blue water. The atmosphere is quiet, safe, and professional.

Building a Culture of Safeguarding

A professional swimming coach wearing a navy blue uniform calmly instructing a group of children at a pool. The setting is a modern European sports facility, conveying a warm and trustworthy atmosphere.
A professional swimming coach wearing a navy blue uniform calmly instructing a group of children at a pool. The setting is a modern European sports facility, conveying a warm and trustworthy atmosphere.

SafeSwim addresses the critical need to protect young athletes in swimming through training, certification and policy work across the EU.

Safety Standards

A high-quality, professional photograph of a group of diverse children sitting safely on a pool deck, smiling and laughing in a bright, modern Central European aquatic center. The water is a clear deep navy blue, and the kids wear orange and green swimming caps.
A high-quality, professional photograph of a group of diverse children sitting safely on a pool deck, smiling and laughing in a bright, modern Central European aquatic center. The water is a clear deep navy blue, and the kids wear orange and green swimming caps.

We develop safeguarding standards and conduct workshops across the EU to ensure high protection levels in pools.

Safety

We focus on building trust through evidence-based safeguarding practices and international cooperation.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility to ensure a respectful and secure environment for all athletes.

A close-up shot of a swimming coach giving a high-five to a young student on a pool deck. The coach wears a professional navy polo, and the interaction is clearly supportive and respectful.
A close-up shot of a swimming coach giving a high-five to a young student on a pool deck. The coach wears a professional navy polo, and the interaction is clearly supportive and respectful.
Zero Abuse

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and neglect in all aquatic sports activities across Croatia, Slovenia, and Turkey.

Safe sport leads to better development and higher performance for young athletes across Europe. A happy kid is a safe kid.

Safe Sport
A bright indoor swimming facility where children are following safety signs. The background shows professional instructors overseeing activities.
A bright indoor swimming facility where children are following safety signs. The background shows professional instructors overseeing activities.
A group of professional sports administrators and coaches in a clean, modern conference room in Slovenia, collaborating on child protection manuals.
A group of professional sports administrators and coaches in a clean, modern conference room in Slovenia, collaborating on child protection manuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SafeSwim?

SafeSwim is an Erasmus+ Sport project dedicated to child safeguarding in swimming across Croatia, Slovenia, and Turkey.

How does training work?

We offer RoSPA Certified courses and workshops for coaches to become Child Safeguarding Officers in their respective swimming clubs.

Is it funded?

Yes, SafeSwim is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union, making our safety workshops accessible to eligible sport professionals and clubs.

How do we protect kids?

Through training, certification, and policy integration, we build a culture of safety and respect in aquatic environments.

How can I contact?

Email us at safeswim@pk-zagreb.hr. Our coordinator, Domagoj Mesarov, will be happy to assist you.

Where to find news?

Follow our Latest News section or social media for project updates, workshop schedules, and safeguarding tips.