Aquatics GB Diving International 2026 countdown begins in Sheffield
The countdown has begun for the return of world class diving to Sheffield in 2026, as Ponds Forge International Sports Centre prepares to host the city’s first ever Aquatics GB Diving International competition on January 30 to February 1.
With just days to go, the venue, which is run by award-winning leisure operator Everyone Active in partnership with Sheffield City Council, is getting ready to kick off the brand-new three-day event which offers the opportunity to see Britain’s leading divers go head-to-head with talented athletes from around the world.
The inaugural event is the first World Aquatics recognised competition at the facility since 2011 and is expected to attract many sports fans for the packed programme of 3m springboard and 10m platform individual preliminaries and finals, plus a fast-paced synchronised diving final.
The high-quality competition is a welcome opportunity for divers to compete ahead of the 2026 season and the Diving World Cup series which kicks off in Montreal on February 26.
A total of 29 divers representing Great Britain will take to the diving boards to compete, including 11 local athletes based at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre as part of the Aquatics GB Sheffield High Performance Centre.
A packed weekend programme includes Olympic meet-and-greets, diving displays from children in the Everyone Active Diving Scheme, and free try-diving sessions as part of a city-wide Try Diving Scheme.
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre is home to the City of Sheffield Diving Club, including five Paris Olympians – Jack Laugher, Jordan Houdlen, Yasmin Harper, Anthony Harding and Lois Toulson.
Phil Bowers, Everyone Active contract manager, said: “We’re incredibly excited to host Sheffield’s first ever Aquatics GB Diving International competition at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre and welcome some exceptionally talented divers – many who train at the facility year-round and have risen through the ranks to excel in the sport.
“The buzz ahead of the weekend is building which is fantastic to see, and we’d encourage anyone thinking of attending to come along for a thrilling weekend of top-class diving that won’t disappoint.”
Further detailed information about the competition is available at: Aquatics GB Diving International 2026 | Events and Tickets | Aquatics GB