Breaststroke technique (Cold Water)

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  • 45 mins

  • Up to 8 people
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    Salford Watersports Centre

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  • Description

    Breaststroke - it's time to make it great again! Often learned in childhood and then overlooked, this versatile stroke is your secret weapon for year-round open water swimming. As we approach the colder months, our 45-minute Breaststroke Workshop aims to help you rediscover and refine this essential technique. By perfecting your breaststroke, you'll be better equipped to enjoy and excel in open water swimming throughout the winter season.

    This session caters to both "head-in" and "head-up" breaststroke swimmers aiming to enhance their cold water performance. Whether you're seeking to improve efficiency, increase speed, or simply feel more comfortable as temperatures drop, this workshop offers valuable insights and practice.

    What You'll Learn:

    1. Technique Refinement: Focus on key aspects of your stroke, including arm and leg movements, breathing techniques, and timing - all adapted for colder water.
    2. Efficiency and Speed: Discover methods to swim more efficiently, conserving energy while potentially increasing your speed in chilly conditions.
    3. Personalised Feedback: Receive individual guidance to fine-tune your technique and build confidence for cold water swimming.

    Session Details:

    1. Duration: 45 minutes
    2. Instructor: Certified Open Water Coach and Level 2 Swimming Teacher
    3. Location: Salford Watersports Centre
    4. Cost: £11 per person

    Prerequisites: Participants should have open water swimming experience and be comfortable swimming at least 200 metres breaststroke.

    Who Should Attend: This workshop is ideal for swimmers familiar with open water environments who want to adapt their breaststroke technique for autumn and winter swimming. It's perfect for those looking to diversify their cold water swimming skills and embrace the invigorating challenge of the season.







    Before booking, please ensure you have read / aware of all session information and safety rules & advice:


    Swim Rules & Safety Advice


    Swim Coaching Information


    Open Water Session and Centre Information





    Requirements

    Before booking, please ensure you meet the following requirements:

    1. Must be able to swim 200 meters continuously.
    2. Must be physically capable of swimming in cold open water. Please consider any health conditions that may affect your safety in the water.
    3. Completion of our swim questionnaire is required to provide us with your emergency contact details and any pertinent medical information.
    4. Ages 17+



    What to bring
    1. A brightly colored swim hat.
    2. Tow Float
    3. Warm layers for after your swim to help you warm up.
    4. Neoprene gloves and socks are highly recommended for comfort and warmth in colder water.

    Note: Tow Floats, goggles, and wetsuit gloves & socks are available for purchase on-site.




    Itinerary

    Meet our team over by the water 15 mins before the session to be issued a wetsuit and to get changed. The team will let you know where to go once you are ready.

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3 months ago

I really enjoy the open water swim sessions here! They feel really safe, the course is easy to navigate, great location, really good price and changing and locker facilities too! My preferable swim spot in and around ...

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3 months ago

Half day Splash adventures for kids. I booked my 8 year old Granddaughter onto this session. Lead by Jason who was an excellent instructor she had an amazing afternoon learning Canoeing and paddle boarding. We were ...

Frances Celensu

Frances Celensu

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3 months ago

I am a returnee to open water swimming and so glad to have found Salford Water Sports Centre. To get going again, I took the Introduction To Open Water Swimming and Breaststroke to Front Crawl coaching sessions with ...

Chenaara Edghill-Peart

Chenaara Edghill-Peart

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4 months ago

We met 3 of the team and all were so helpful and patient with my son who has some additional needs. They went above and beyond. Prices are very reasonable. Place is clean and tidy. Highly recommended.

Rachel Pendlebury

Rachel Pendlebury

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4 months ago

What a day to choose for the beginner open water swimming course ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️. Fantastic instructor, learnt loads of how to safely swimming in open water. Absolutely will be coming back to try and do a full loop or 2

Sam Fletcher

Sam Fletcher

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