LEN
LEN (French: Ligue Européenne de Natation, English: European Swimming League) is the European governing body for aquatic sports affiliated to World Aquatics — it is the Continental Association for Europe. It was formally organized in 1927 in Bologna, and since 2015 is headquartered in Nyon.
| Ligue Européenne de Natation (LEN) | |
| Sport | Aquatic sports |
|---|---|
| Membership | 52 federations |
| Founded | 1927 |
| Regional affiliation | Europe |
| Headquarters | Nyon |
| Location | Switzerland |
| President | António José Silva |
LEN comprises 52 national swimming federations in Europe, and includes Israel which for Olympic-sport purposes is grouped with Europe. LEN is overseen by an elected Bureau (board) composed of Members representing 17 different Federations. LEN oversees aquatic sports in Europe: diving, swimming, open water swimming, synchronized swimming and water polo.
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