With almost 1800 members, ZVL-1886 is the largest swimming club in Leiden and the surrounding area.
van Ingen Schenau took the initiative to hold competitions among the visitors of swimming facility 'Rhijnzigt', located on the Galgewater.
These competitions led to the foundation of the first Leiden Swimming Club (LZC), which took place on July 24, 1886 and had approximately 100 members.
The men's team grew stronger in the competition during the last five years and achieved success.
With many young, self-trained players, both teams participate in the top of the Dutch league.