The Faynagua-Ciudad de Telde club has returned to training at its historic facility, the Paco Artiles Municipal Sports Center, this Thursday, October 8th, after a five-year absence. This return, filled with emotion and hope, marks the end of a period of difficulties for the entity that has maintained its activity despite obstacles.
The pool's closure in 2021 forced the club to seek alternatives outside of Telde, primarily in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. During this time, athletes, families, and club officials have faced considerable personal and financial efforts to maintain training and competition.
The homecoming has been a significant scene, reuniting swimmers who began their careers at the Paco Artiles and are now teenagers, alongside teammates who have grown up together. The club, led by Miguel Santana, has continued to achieve sporting successes despite training far from their city, a merit that highlights the sacrifice made.
The reopening of the facility represents an opportunity to rebuild the youth academy, bring swimming closer to the families of Telde, and allow children and young people to practice the sport without having to regularly travel to another municipality. The club is confident in gradually regaining swimmers and strengthening its teams to face future seasons with greater growth potential.
Faynagua-Ciudad de Telde is keeping its doors open for new members starting from nine years old. Interested individuals can contact them directly at 699 888 624.
The mayor of Telde, Juan Antonio Peña, accompanied the club members on this return day, emphasizing the importance of resuming activity in a facility crucial for local sports and the efforts of those who have kept the club alive. "Today, it's not just a club returning to a pool. Memories are returning, the effort of many families, and the hope of children and young people who have been training far from their city for years," he stated.
Peña also praised the perseverance of Miguel Santana, the technical team, the swimmers, and their families, highlighting that their return to the Paco Artiles is a joy for them and for the entire city, and stressed the importance of looking forward to rebuilding the youth base and offering opportunities to new generations.
