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Get started with open water swimming at Salford Quays. Our beginner-friendly Intro to Open Water Swimming session will teach you everything you need to swim safely and confidently outdoors.

This session is perfect for swimmers who want to try open water swimming, either before the regular season ends or to get ready for early events next year. It’s also great for those interested in learning more about cold water (winter) swimming.

No wetsuit? No problem, we include use of our hire wetsuits free of charge for the intro session. Wetsuits are optional.

Suitable for ages 17 and over.

£27 per person, booking required.

  • Safety First: Understand the safety protocols of open water swimming, including how to deal with various water conditions.
  • Basic Techniques: Learn essential swimming techniques that are unique to open water, such as navigating without lane lines.
  • Comfort in Water: Build confidence and comfort, learning how to stay calm and controlled in an open water setting.
  • Swimming Efficiency: Techniques to help you swim more efficiently in a natural environment.
  1. A brightly coloured swim hat.
  2. Swimming clothes to go under a wetsuit
  3. Tow Floats are COMPULSORY until water temperatures reach 14 degrees (typically late May to early June). We have a few spare ones but they are on a first come first serve basis.
  4. Warm layers for after your swim to help you warm up.
  5. Neoprene gloves and socks are highly recommended for comfort and warmth in colder water.

Note: Tow Floats, goggles, and wetsuit gloves & socks are available for purchase on-site.

Location

Salford Watersports Centre

Availability

Sundays, 10:45am

Suitable for

Ages 17 years and over

Pricing £27.00
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