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Athletes
Athletes learn to listen, apply feedback and train with purpose, while encouraging the people sharing their lane. Effort and a willingness to learn matter at every level.
Our club
Your team. Your town. Your Makos.
Fleetwood Mako’s brings athletes, water-polo players, coaches, families and volunteers together through sport. From a first club assessment to committed training and competition, our aim is to help athletes develop their skills and find their place in the team.
Our story
Established in 1974. Still moving forward.
Fleetwood’s competitive swimming story spans generations of athletes, coaches, families and volunteers. The names and kit have evolved, but the commitment to representing the town and developing people through sport remains.
Today, the club offers Development and Performance swimming, junior and adult water polo, specialist learning and team experiences. Athletes can build skills, take on new challenges and share their progress with people who understand the effort involved.
The Mako family
High standards with human connection.
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Coaches
Coaches set clear expectations, explain what athletes are working on and give practical feedback. They help athletes understand the next step in their development.
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Families
Families support a regular training routine, keep in touch with the team and help athletes enjoy their progress. Club events also give parents and carers a chance to get to know one another.
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Volunteers
Volunteers help make training, competition and club events possible. Their time and skills support the everyday experience athletes and families have at Mako’s.
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Water polo players
Junior and adult players learn, train and compete within the same club community. Experienced players help younger teammates understand the game, while adults have their own opportunities to stay involved and develop.
Home base
A pool, clubhouse and place to belong.
The club trains at Fleetwood Health and Fitness Centre on The Esplanade. The 25-metre, seven-lane main pool supports the core swimming programme.
The Mako Clubhouse and gym provide a member space for club history, meetings and coached development away from the water. Land training, mobility and other activities are arranged by the coaching team to suit the athletes taking part.
Presentation night
Celebrating the people behind the progress.
Presentation night brings the Mako family together to recognise athletes’ progress and achievements, and the support of families, coaches and volunteers throughout the season.
It is a shared celebration of the work that happens week after week: a chance to take pride in your own journey and celebrate your team-mates.
Club life
Moments worth working for.
Training, racing and matches are part of a wider club life that includes team events, specialist sessions and presentation nights. These are chances to recognise effort and improvement, build friendships and share the season with other athletes and families. Optional camps offer further experiences when suitable places are available.
A volunteer-run charity
Clear roles. One club.
Management Team
Our Management Team handles the day-to-day running of the club, from training and competition arrangements to finances, events and communication with families.
Meet the Management TeamTrustees
Our trustees oversee the charity’s purpose, resources and long-term interests. People who also hold management or coaching roles are listed in each relevant team.
Meet the trusteesGet to know Mako’s
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History & achievements
From the club’s foundation in 1974 to national, Commonwealth and Olympic participation.
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Club records
See the athletes and performances recognised in our club record books.
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Our people
Meet the coaches, Management Team, trustees, Welfare Officers and volunteers behind the club.
Meet the teamLife as a Mako
The friendships belong in the story too.
See the fun swims, team trips and shared moments in life with the Makos.
Explore life with the MakosBecome part of the next chapter
Bring your ambition to Mako’s.
Explore a first step from swimming lessons, a move from another club or a direct route into junior or adult water polo. Find out what to expect before discussing the right starting point with the team.