The Sayward pool at Kelsey Centre, where my children learned to swim and I learned lifeguarding as a young teen, is under threat of closure. This is not just an aquatic centre - it is a cradle of vital life skills where valuable lifelong friendships are nurtured. Over the past twenty years it has become integral, not only to my family, but also to the larger Sayward community for its contribution in promoting health and wellbeing.

Verifiable data suggests the direct correlation between regular swimming and overall health improvement. According to a report by the Swim England Health Commission, swimming reduces the risk of premature death by 28% - a predmoninant evidence for the importance of pools like ours (Swim England Health Commission, 2017).

Closure of this pool would deprive our community, especially the younger generations, of a meaningful space to learn, grow and socialize. This is about preserving the health, wellness and cohesion of our community. Let's stand together to prevent the closure of our beloved Sayward Kelsey Centre's pool. Please sign this petition to show your support for the unquantifiable value this establishment brings to Sayward.