Open Water Swimming Fundamentals & Social

£40 per person | Ages 12+ | Max 30 guests

A calm, confidence-building introduction to open water swimming, designed for those taking their first strokes beyond the pool. This is as much a social gathering as it is a workshop, bringing together like-minded swimmers in a supportive, unhurried setting at Lake-Y.

Whether you’re a capable pool swimmer or just starting out, moving into open water can feel like a leap. This session is designed to ease that transition, with expert coaching, a considered pace, and plenty of reassurance along the way. With a maximum 10:1 swimmer-to-coach ratio, you’ll receive attentive guidance throughout, helping you settle into the rhythm of open water with confidence.

As with all Lake-Y sessions, the experience extends beyond the water, guests are invited to continue the conversation over coffee at the onsite Wheelhouse Café, a chance to connect and become part of the growing Lake-Y community.

What’s included

Expert coaching from British Triathlon Certified and fully insured coaches, including a lead coach trained and certified by Swim Smooth.

What you’ll cover

– Open water essentials

– Water safety and acclimatisation

– Breathing and stroke adaptation for open water

– Sighting and swimming in a straight line

– Confidence-building techniques

– Open Q&A

Details & Notes

Open to ages 12 and above.

Ahead of the session, you’ll receive a short information email and survey to help us understand your wetsuit requirements and ensure everything is prepared for your arrival.

What to bring

– Swimwear (and wetsuit if you have one)

– Towel and warm clothes for afterwards

– Any personal medication

– Goggles (recommended: tinted or open water specific)

– A drink

A thoughtfully guided introduction to open water swimming equal parts skill-building, confidence, and connection.