Introduction To Open Water Swimming For Beginners
Scaling Dam Introduction to Open Water Swimming:
These sessions are aimed at absolute beginners to open water swimming, but anyone is welcome to attend.
Cost is £10 per person which includes the full swim session immediately afterwards (if there is a session planned, if not, then your next session is included). Weather permitting. Intro session length: 50 minutes approx.
Included:
Registration
Basic kit, full kit & compulsory kit for Scaling Dam
Course layout information
Safety in and out of the water including our safety cover
Cold water immersion information
After drop/shock
Post swim advice
Weather conditions at Scaling Dam and what this means for your swim: Fog/Storm/Wind
Algae
Wildlife in & out of the water
Costs and Club membership information (£68)
Club tour/information
FAQ's
Questions?
In the water safety demonstration
Weather permitting we will go into the water in the shallows so that you can get a feel of the temperature etc. You will be able to immerse in the water and stay within your depth, plus practice with the safety craft. The normal swim session will usually be happening as we finish the intro session (if things go according to plan).
What you will/may need on the day:
The swim responsibility form, please print, complete and bring this with you.
Warm clothing - layers. Waterproof/umbrella.
Normal swimsuit minimum but with a tow float, (we have a few tow floats to loan, first come first served).
Wetsuit if you prefer. No need for a tow float if wearing a wetsuit, (we have wetsuits to loan, first come first served).
Towel.
Swim socks / shoes if needed but not essential.
Swim gloves if needed but not essential.
Swim cap mandatory. (We have some to loan, first come first served). Bright colours are better for safety.
Flip flops/crocs or similar for the water's edge recommended but not essential.
Warm drink/flask HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
