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Open Water Swimming Experience

Get ready to explore the exhilarating realm of open water swimming! You will learn all the essential skills and techniques in a supportive environment, ideal for both beginners and those looking to refine their skills. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to making your swimming experience not just safe, but truly enjoyable.

Join small groups or opt for private lessons that cater to your individual needs. You will get the chance to shed the confines of chlorine-filled pools and immerse yourself in the refreshing, natural waters of the River Avon. Feel the freedom and joy as you glide through nature's own swimming pool, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

Expect personalized attention and a focus on essential safety practices, empowering you to fully embrace the wild swim. Whether you're looking for a unique workout, a new hobby, or a refreshing escape, our open water swimming lessons will ignite your passion for adventure!

What's Included

  • Introduction to open water swimming
  • Learn about safety including the risks, hazards, equipment and safety protocol
  • Entry to the water at your own pace, with plenty of guidance and support
  • Start with fun exercises such as treading water and optional head/face submersion
  • 20 - 40 mins guided swim at your own pace with support throughout
  • Manage any fears and challenges whilst improving your stroke technique
  • Safely exit the water followed by your debriefing
  • Loan of a brightly coloured tow float
  • Sessions last approximately one hour
  • You will form part of a small group of up to 6 swimmers

1:1 Private session 

  • One to One tuition from the instructor

When Is It Available

  • Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
  • Participants should arrive 15 mins prior to their session time 

Location

  • Arden Sailing Club , Defford, Worcestershire

Suitable For

  • Minimum age 10
  • Under 16s must be accompanied by a participating adult
  • Participants must be able to swim confidently in a pool

Spectators

  • Spectators are welcome

Anything Else

  • Participants should wear a swimming costume/old clothes/wetsuit water shoes or a pair of old trainers
  • Please bring a change of clothes (something warm)
  • Between April and mid May participants will need to wear a wetsuit (not provided-please bring one)
  • From Mid May onwards wetsuits are optional
  • Onsite toilets, showers and changing rooms
  • Light refreshments are available to purchase
  • Picnic tables and secure parking onsite
Open Water Swimming Experience

  • Go wild swimming on the River Avon!
  • Private 1:1 & small group lessons offered
  • Loan of tow float - essential kit for wild swimmers
  • A great, safe way to give open water swimming a go!

£35.00

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