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FOBISIA Swimming 2026 l Date: Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th January 2026 l Host: Amnuay Silpa School and TEEMS Global l Venue: Thanyapura Phuket
Join schools from across the FOBISIA network as we gather to honour the true spirit of FOBISIA at the 2026 FOBISIA Swimming Division 2, which for the third time will be held at the exceptional Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort in Phuket, Thailand. This family-friendly celebration brings together schools from across the FOBISIA network to embrace the spirit of fair play, forge new friendships and strive for personal bests complete with medals and trophies for those who excel.
What truly sets this event apart is the perfect balance of friendly rivalry and genuine camaraderie. We are honoured to welcome Olympic swimmers from Paris 2024, who will lead technique demonstrations, host informal Q&A sessions and provide hands-on coaching for both students and staff. Their expertise, alongside the outstanding Thanyapura team, will ensure every participant gains something extraordinary from the experience.
This third edition of FOBISIA Swimming Division 2 is fully sanctioned by the Thailand Aquatics Association and CNX, guaranteeing the highest standards of competition and organisation. Thanyapura’s world-class facilities offer the perfect stage for what promises to be a memorable few days of swimming and fellowship .
I am confident that your students and coaches are preparing diligently and will represent your school with pride and dedication. We very much look forward to welcoming you to Phuket for this remarkable occasion.
Yours sincerely,
Paul Rotheram, Founder of TEEMS Global
Tournament Information
We have worked hard to ensure this event will be the pinnacle of FOBISIA Swimming. We have some new features for the 2026 event, alongside some familiar routines. Below is a summary of the event:
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Use of the 50m competition pool, alongside the 25m pool used for warmup/cool down (all finals will be World Aquatics rules and licensed by TAA officials)
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Shorter days to allow for a more student centric experience
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Market Village with stalls ranging from the the very best swimming merchandise, to local charities and partners
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Accommodation on site and within walking distance of the pools (first come, first served)
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Access to all the resort facilities
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Demonstrations and Q+A with the World Aquatics elite athletes who live and train at Thanyapura. These are future Olympic stars.
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Various fun events to further enhance the experience for all.
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Live streaming of whole event
We recommend all schools plan to arrive on Thursday 22nd January 2026. For your convenience, we can arrange airport transfers at an additional special rate for those booking our discounted accommodation options (details below).
To ensure you have plenty of time to enjoy the full event experience, please schedule your return flights no earlier than 5:00 PM on Sunday 25th January 2026.
If you'd like to extend your stay with an additional night on Sunday 25th January 2026, simply let us know on the registration form, and we’ll handle the arrangements.
Major Partner
Founded in 1926, Amnuay Silpa School (ANS) is the second oldest member of the esteemed FOBISIA network. With a legacy spanning nearly a century, ANS has educated over 80,000 alumni, including six Thai prime ministers.
Committed to innovative education, ANS proudly became the first school in Asia to be accredited by Exeter University as a ‘Thinking School’ and the 21st institution worldwide to achieve ‘Advanced Thinking School’ status. As the only bilingual school in Thailand to be a full member of FOBISIA and earn CIS accreditation, ANS demonstrates its unwavering commitment to academic excellence and international standards. Furthermore, the school has recently attained accredited membership with COBIS (Council of British International Schools), reinforcing its place among the leading educational institutions globally.
As ANS approaches its 100th anniversary in 2026, it is preparing to celebrate a century of rich cultural heritage while continuing to equip future generations for success as global citizens.
“Welcome to the FOBISIA Swimming 2026! We are delighted to return as co-hosts at the world-class Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort. Following the success of last year, we look forward to welcoming the FOBISIA community and celebrating the wealth of swimming talent from all competing schools.
This event is more than a showcase of athletic skill; it is a celebration of perseverance, teamwork, and respect. Each race tells a story of commitment and resilience, qualities that lie at the heart of the FOBISIA spirit. We are excited to create another unforgettable chapter in this journey together. See you soon.”
Andrew Parry, Principal (Head of School)
Amnuay Silpa School
“After the success of last year, Amnuay Silpa School is proud to once again co-host, together with TEEMs, the FOBISIA Swimming event at the world-class Thanyapura Sports and Health Resort. This competition celebrates dedication, teamwork, and sporting excellence, and we look forward to welcoming athletes and coaches for another unforgettable experience. We are also excited to welcome new schools joining for the first time, while reconnecting with familiar faces from last year. This event is not only about sport but also about building bridges across the FOBISIA network and strengthening lasting friendships.”
Mr. Oliver Parkinson, Head of Enrichment
Amnuay Silpa School