Spring Lakes Open Water Swimming

A combination of theory and practice to introduce novice swimmers to cold water swimming practice and aid development in a friendly, supportive, small swim group environment.

Meet at the APPLIED TRI office near the exit.  Session times may vary.

Monday Induction 09:45 - 11:00 for new swimmers

Monday Open Water stroke development coaching from 11:15

Wednesday Induction 09:30 - 10:45 for new swimmers

Wednesday Open Water stroke development coaching from 11:00

Saturday Induction 09:30 - 10:45 for new swimmers

Saturday Open Water stroke development coaching from 11:00 

Please allow extra time before if you need to rent equipoment.

Induction open water swimming group sessions are back under way on most Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays - see dates above.  The aim of these sessions is to guide inexperienced and returning open water swimmers safely through acclimatisation drills and practice to assit in progressively building up cold water tolerance and open water swimming skills ready for the spring and summer open water swimming season.

Duration: approx 1 hour 15 mins.  The sessions will be part theory, part practice, followed by recovery in the cafe*.  Swim time will be limited depending on water temperature and personal acclimatisation**.

Equipment: Swimsuit (wetsuit as required - can be hired from main swim reception - please allow extra time); swim hat/warm hat; tow float (can be hired); neoprene shoes and gloves if required; crocs or waterproof footwear; changing mat; towels; layers of loose fitting but warm clothing; dryrobe or coat; warm drink in flask. (we understand that you may not have all of this).

Email: jc@appliedtri.co.uk for registration form and to confirm attendance.  (Reg Forms also available in office).

Induction Session cost: £15.00 per person per session by transfer (we pay Spring Lakes directly)***

Open Water Small Group Coached session cost:  Small group sessions £17.00 per person (we pay Spring lakes directly)***.  Approx 1 hour 15 mins of theory and practice to assist in developing your stroke. Video feedback when applicable.

Open Water One to One Coaching cost: £45.00 (we pay Spring lakes directly)*** Approx 1 hour 30 mins of theory and practice to assist in developing your stroke.  Video feedback. 

* Money required for hot drink in the cafe.

**Please follow the instructions of coaches and water safety team at all times. 

***Revolut Bank.  Account Name: Jon Cowell Account Number: 28720415  Sort Code: 04-00-75 - please note the account may come up as Modular FS.  Additional charges apply for on the day payments.  Please see our terms and conditions.