Yes, that’s right — we swim at night!
Sandton Seals Club Night Galas are fun, social events designed to introduce swimmers to racing in a relaxed and supportive environment. Under the guidance of our coaches, swimmers are encouraged to race and receive direct feedback after each event to help them grow and improve.
These galas are not just about the stopwatch — they’re about community, confidence, and celebrating progress. The focus is on personal improvement and enjoying the sport, rather than podium places. Many of our swimmers already compete at school level, so we aim to provide something a little different: a space to track your own development. To support this, we use a points-based system that rewards swimmers for improvement. At the end of the season, we host an awards celebration to recognise those who’ve shown the most growth.
We host 8 Club Night Galas per season.
4 galas take place from September to October, and another 4 from January to February.
Galas are held every second Tuesday at 6pm, and wrap up by 7pm.
Registration opens at 5:00pm at the pool.
Dates are communicated via email and reminders from your coach.
All Sandton Seals members are welcome to enter for free.
Guests and friends are also welcome! There’s a R100 fee for non-members who’d like to join in.
Club Nights are the heartbeat of our community — where swimmers connect, parents get to know each other, and long-lasting friendships begin.
To make it all run smoothly, we rely on volunteers. Whether it’s timekeeping, helping with catering, or assisting with logistics, we’d love your help!
We offer high-level training and racing opportunities for swimmers who want to compete — and our club has consistently delivered outstanding results over the years. If you're keen to take the next step, feel free to reach out to our coaches for more information. You’re also welcome to explore our downloadable resources below.
Download Gala Protocol Download Gala Survival GuideGet started today by reaching out to the head coach at your preferred location. We can’t wait to welcome you to the team!
