What’s different
- No walls. No black line on the bottom and nowhere to push off.
- Cold. Open water is colder than a pool, especially at first.
- Sighting. You’ll need to lift your eyes to see where you’re going.
- Getting in. Entering gradually makes a big difference.
What to practise
Sighting every few strokes, breathing to both sides, and swimming at an easy pace you can hold. Start with short distances close to the edge and build up.
Why the marine lake
The lake is sheltered behind a sea wall, with no tide, current or boat traffic. Our sessions run on a marked course with supervision, and the sauna is a few steps from the water when you get out.
Our Introduction to open water is a short course for pool swimmers. See swim sessions and the sauna.
Never swim alone in open water, and always follow the guidance of the session supervisors.