SWIMSAFE - Safe Return of Swimmers to Nature

The SWIMSAFE project promotes open water swimming safety by equipping swimmers, coaches, and trainers with essential knowledge and practical skills. Led by the Serbian Swimming Federation (PSS) in collaboration with the Croatian Swimming Federation (HPS) and the Slovenian Swimming Federation (PZS), the project addresses the growing need for structured education on water safety, risk prevention, and environmental awareness. Through research-based safety guidelines, digital learning resources, and regional training workshops, SWIMSAFE enhances the capacity of sports professionals to train athletes in hazard recognition, self-rescue techniques, and responsible engagement with natural water environments. The project fosters cross-border cooperation, ensuring that best practices are integrated into national training programs. With a focus on sustainability and accessibility, SWIMSAFE ensures that its educational materials and methodologies remain available beyond the project’s duration. Public awareness campaigns and policy engagement efforts will further promote long-term adoption of safety protocols in open water sports. By improving safety standards and regional collaboration, SWIMSAFE contributes to a safer, more inclusive, and environmentally responsible swimming culture across Europe. that is published through this page expresses the views of the project beneficiaries only and it does not represent the views of the European Union or the European Commission. It shall not be deemed to constitute legal or official notice on behalf of the European Union or the European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the European Commission can be held responsible for this content nor the use thereof made by any third parties. Page 2 of 2