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Everything you need to get started including tips and advice, event guides, first time guides, swimming for charity and more.

Swimming blog posts

Tips and advice, event guides, first time guides, swimming for charity and more.

3 reasons to start open water swimming
  • 10 mins read
Starting out

3 reasons to start open water swimming

From cold water therapy to time spent in the great outdoors, open water swimming is your express ticket to feeling happier and healthier this year.

Dive in: how to start open water swimming
  • 10 mins read
Starting out

Dive in: how to start open water swimming

From sea swimming to an ice bath in your garden, cold water is having a moment. Diving into open water swimming helps you feel healthier and happier - we've got everything you need to get started.

4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.