Introduction to Open Water Course – Sunday 4th October 2pm

Introduction to Open Water Course – 2.00pm

Get Ready for Autumn!

Step into open water feeling calm, prepared and confident, this course gives you the knowledge and experience to do it safely.

Who This Course Is For

• First-time open water swimmers
• Swimmers wanting to build cold water confidence / knowledge
• Anyone who feels anxious about open water

No previous open water experience required.

What You’ll Learn

Cold Water Confidence

• Understanding the cold water response
• How to control your breathing and avoid panic
• Safe acclimatisation techniques
• Recognising your limits
• Safe exit and rewarming strategies

Safety & Equipment Guidance

• How to assess conditions before you swim
• Wetsuit guidance (fit, thickness, when to wear one)
• Tow floats and visibility
• Goggles for different light conditions
• Essential kit for early and mid-season swimming
• Practical safety tips

The Benefits & Risks of Open / Cold Water Swimming

• The history
• Why it is good for us and what it does to the mind and body
• The risks and how to manage those risks
• How to look after yourself and others in the open water

By purchasing you are agreeing to the Kuotos Swim Terms and Conditions as outlined here; https://www.kuotosswim.com/terms Please pay particular attention to the cancellation policy in relation to Whitmore Lakes sessions. No transfers or refunds will be entered into, minimum numbers apply.