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PNG Swimming

Championing Swimming in PNG

We are Papua New Guinea Swimming Inc. (PNGSI), the primary governing body responsible for the promotion and oversight of swimming in our beautiful nation of Papua New Guinea. Our dedication extends from nurturing grassroots talent to championing our elite swimmers on the international stage. Our portfolio of responsibilities encompasses organizing national competitions, fostering the professional development of our athletes and coaches, and representing Papua New Guinea in global swimming forums and prestigious events.


Our proud history has seen our swimmers representing us at various regional and international competitions, including the esteemed Pacific Games, Commonwealth Games and the Olympic Games as well as the World Aquatic Championships. We remain committed to ensuring that our athletes are well-prepared and showcased on these platforms, reflecting the passion and spirit of our nation.

Our Affiliations

PNG Swimming is proudly affiliated with World Aquatics, the international governing body for aquatic sports, and Oceania Aquatics, which oversees the development of swimming across our region. These connections ensure that our athletes, coaches, and officials are part of a global sporting community and benefit from international standards, resources, and opportunities.

As a recognised member of the Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC), PNG Swimming plays an active role in preparing and sending athletes to multi-sport events including the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, and Pacific Games. Through these partnerships, we uphold the highest standards of governance, fair play, and athlete development while showcasing the strength of Papua New Guinea on the world stage.

What we do

Clubs & Community

Supporting our 3 member clubs, helping them grow participation and strengthen grassroots swimming.

Athlete Development

Creating pathways from learn-to-swim through to high performance, with training camps, competitions, and international exposure.

Competitions

Organising national championships, development meets, and ensuring Team PNG is well prepared for international representation.

Coach Development

Providing training, accreditation, and mentoring for coaches at all levels to ensure our swimmers receive quality guidance.

Technical Officials Development

Building the capacity of referees, starters, timekeepers, and judges through certification and practical experience at events.

Partnerships

Working with schools, communities, and international federations to promote swimming and water safety across PNG.