Cat White Swim Sistas
EXTRA,  FEATURES,  September 2025

Floating without fear

Actress, author and filmmaker Cat White has launched her most recent project, Swim Sistas, her first documentary that explores of women in water, weaving their stories into a celebration of joy, heritage and the power of simply being. Ella Foote finds out more.

Creating and being inspired by the water is nothing new for Cat White, a writer, filmmaker, actress and storyteller.

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Ella is renowned outdoor swimmer and journalist. As well as leading the editorial, digital and experiential outputs for Outdoor Swimmer she is also Director of Dip Advisor, a swim guiding business helping people enjoy wild water. Ella also teaches swimming to children and adults, is an Open Water Coach and RLSS Open Water Lifeguard.