MND_Community-Fundraising_2019_Events_Guide

Swim

The London City Swim Date: 20 September 2019 Registration: £25 Minimum Sponsorship £400

“It was a very uplifting evening. How fantastic to see so much awareness being raised by many people who will not have known about MND previously.” David Setters

The London City Swim is a 500m open water swim event, taking place in the heart of London’s City. The water is clean, and in September the temperature is a balmy 19 degrees. Now entering its third year, this event is suitable for all, whether a committed swimmer looking to get a personal best, or you just want to dip your toe in the water for your first experience of open water swimming. We’re also proud to say that this event is truly inclusive, and people living with MND can take part for free and be fully supported in a way that they feel most comfortable. So please come and join us - everyone taking part in this event will receive a free swimming cap, bathrobe, and food and drink at the after swim party, all kindly donated by the sponsors. You can register to take part in this event by visiting www.mndassociation.org/LCS

Challenge completed! Now it’s time to celebrate!

David Setters, who is living with MND, was among the 325 swimmers who took part last year. He said: “It was a very uplifting evening. How fantastic to see so much awareness being raised by many people who will not have known about MND previously but, at the same time, experience the positivity of others living with MND who came along with their carers and families to participate. The support – whether it was vocal, getting me into and out of my wetsuit, the sponsorship, or getting me into the water, around the circuit and back out again safely, was absolutely amazing. Well done to all the organisers and roll on next year!”

100’s of keen city swimmers raring to go!

Davidwas able to take part in the event with the support of flotation aids.

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