Thirty two swimmers competed at the OTSS Anniversary Gala on 15 October 2016 at Roedean School, Brighton. The event was the first Swim Gala held by OTSS where a number of swimmers from Brighton and London took part in a competition for the first time.

Multiple event winners included; Philip Collins (6), Ian White (5), John Moore, Hans Stofregan and Dimitir Spiliotis (4) and Kate Whitmill, Cyrus Yow, Ryan Valadas and Martin Bradford (3).

Event organiser John Moore said “Everyone had a great time. The event was very relaxed and friendly, an ideal opportunity for those who had not entered a competition before. We hope to hold another similar event next year”

Out To Swim South is an LGBT Swim Club that swims three times a week and new members are welcome. The Club can accommodate a range of swimming abilities and offer tuition for thosewho want to improve their swimming skills and fitness. For more information check out the website at http://www.outtoswim.org/brighton/