Choosing an open water swimming club If you’ve never swum in open water before, what’s the best way to get started? We’d suggest trying an open water swimming club to build your skills and you'll be open water confident in no time! 15 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim Looking for a health boost? Try open water swimming If you’ve committed to getting fitter and healthier, open water swimming might not be top of your list to try. But why not? 09 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim Essential Outdoor Swimming Skills How you can make your outdoor swim more enjoyable and, if you race, faster 22 Jan 2024 | By: Great Swim Training tips for your first outdoor swim If you’re new to outdoor swimming, the idea can be a bit daunting. Never fear though: follow our top training tips and you’ll soon be in shape to conquer the waters! 06 Jan 2024 | By: Great Swim Open Water Safety Guide to Lake Swimming Here's your handy checklist to equip you with a safety guide to wild swimming in a lake. 22 Mar 2023 | By: Great Swim JUST STARTING OUT So you've decided to get fit by swimming. Here are a few tips to help you on your swim journey 24 Feb 2022 | By: Great Run OPEN WATER SWIMMING To get started with open water swimming in the UK, find out about local swimming spots, look online in guide books to help you on your way. 24 Feb 2022 | By: Great Run TRAINING TIPS We want you to fully enjoy your training and, if you are building up to an event, prepare you for your big day in the best way possible. 24 Feb 2022 | By: Great Run Five Steps From Pool To Open Water Here's our top five tips to transition from the pool to open water 12 Feb 2022 | By: Great Swim 3 Open Water Swimming Tips For Beginners If you’ve just signed up for your first event and you’re starting to think, ‘what on earth have I got myself into’, don’t worry, you’re in safe hands! 02 Mar 2021 | By: Great Swim