Training Plans & Advice

We’re here to support you on your open water swimming journey. Whether you’re new to open-water swimming, training for your first event or have your eye on a PB; we can help as you prepare to take on your Great North Swim. Whatever your swimming ability you'll find some great advice and motivational support here to help you enjoy your open water event even more.

We’ve got training plans and plenty of swimming tips & advice, from starting out with open water swimming to swimming technique, to the psychological tricks and tips to get the most out of your experience.

Jump straight into your Great North Swim distance below for tailored tips & training advice.

Get Training with Catch

The best way to banish those pre-race nerves & truly enjoy the Great North Swim? Simple: prepare well. Meet Catch – our Official Training Provider. The Catch app gives you personalised plans, technique video lessons & coach support to help you train smarter & feel confident on race day.