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Top Tips for Cold Water Swimming this Winter
Winter may seem like an unlikely season to plunge into cold water, but it is absolutely worth it. Cold water swimming is great for the mind and body and allows you to explore places you might not usually visit in winter. In this article, we'll guide you through some top tips for cold water swimming, from choosing the right location to acclimatization, gear, techniques, and more. By the end of this article,
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Safe Boxing Day Swim
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Jules & Breast CancerPosted: 20/10/2023Tags: open water swimmingRead more >
Jules Breast Cancer Story
The Zoggs Multiway one piece: The swimsuit inspired by our community
At Zoggs, we champion the joy of swimming for everybody and believe that everybody deserves to have accessibility to swimming and feel amazing in their swimwear.
Our designers have worked closely with our community
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More Than Physical ExercisePosted: 10/10/2023Categories: Events, News, Swimming Tips, Beginners / Learning to Swim, Confident Swimmers, Swim Improvers, Health benefitsTags: open water swimmingRead more >
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Inspiring Open Water Swim SpotsPosted: 26/09/2023Read more >
Get Inspired – The 10 Best Open Water Swim Spots to Explore.
Open water swimming is a world of wonder, a realm where you can glide through crystal-clear waters, explore vibrant coral reefs, or revel in the beauty of alpine lakes.
Open water swimming is an activity that allows you to connect with nature, challenge yourself, and discover breathtaking destinations. You can explore c
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World Rivers Day 2023Posted: 21/09/2023Tags: open water swimmingRead more >
World Rivers Day 2023: How you can do your bit
Ditching the pool in favour of a local river, lake, or the sea has become a favourite pastime for many, as wild swimming has seen a boom in popularity. Whether as part of an organised event or a casual dip, wild swimming is for everyone. Abandoning the wetsuit and bracing the chill is also popular amongst wild swimmers as it comes with a whole host of potential benefits. Beyond the exhilaration of that first dunk under
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Swimming & MenopausePosted: 19/07/2023Tags: open water swimmingRead more >
How menopause could be affecting your swimming training
By Jesse Lambert-Harden
After being a taboo subject for so long, the menopause conversation has finally gained traction, and rightly so. 50 percent of the population are women, and you probably swim alongside menopausal women every day.
Perimenopause is
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Level Water Swim Teacher Q&APosted: 19/05/2023Read more >
Swim teacher Q&A: Should we be using equipment when learning to swim?
Level Water are an incredible charity who provide 1:1 swimming lessons for children with disabilities across the UK. This Learn to Swim Day, we have collaborated with our friends at Level Water to bring you their top advice for parents, children and swim teachers for getting children with disabilities learning to swim.
What are the benefits of using equipment during your swimming
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Learn to Swim Day 2023 | Mary's StoryPosted: 19/05/2023Read more >
The importance of swimming lessons for children with a disability
Swimming for children with disabilities is the biggest unmet need in sport. The water takes your weight; it’s a true leveller. It relieves pain and offers freedom and independence that many of our children never experience elsewhere.
Level Water are an incredible charity who provide 1:1 swimming lessons for children with disabilities across the UK. This Learn to Swim Day, we have collaborated with our friends at
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Learn to Swim Day 2023 | Level Water X ZoggsPosted: 19/05/2023Read more >
What is your advice for parents/carers of a child who are nervous about them starting swimming lessons?
Swimming for children with disabilities is the biggest unmet need in sport. The water takes your weight; it’s a true leveller. It relieves pain and offers freedom and independence that many of our children never experience elsewhere.
Level Water are an incredible charity who provide 1:1 swimming lessons for children with disabilities across the UK. This Learn to Swim