Open Water Safety Course – 10:00am. £3 per child

Due to a kind anonymous donation we are able to offer this course at the reduced rate of £3

How do we stay safe in open water? What are the risks? Where should we swim, and where should we avoid? What should we do if we get into difficulty?

These essential questions and more will be covered during this practical Open Water Safety Course, specifically targeted at children this course could be the one that saves a life.

What You’ll Learn

Dry-Side Sessions

• Understanding the cold water shock response
• How to control your breathing and avoid panic
• The importance of “Float to Live”
• Safe acclimatisation techniques
• Recognising your personal limits
• Where it is safe to swim – and where it isn’t
• The key do’s and don’ts of open water swimming

Lake-Based Practical Sessions

• Managing and avoiding panic
• Floating techniques
• Safe open water swimming practices
• Coping with cold water exposure
• How to help others safely without putting yourself at risk

Who Is This Course For?

• Children aged 8+
• Able to swim 25m
• Wetsuits are not provided, the water side is very closely monitored
• Minimum numbers apply

Learn to Float. Learn to Survive. Swim Safely.

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.