Open Water Swimming at Manvers
Open Water Swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country, and Manvers Waterfront Boat Club has some of the best facilities in the country for the sport. Our home at Manvers Lake boasts:
If you’ve had enough of lane ropes, chlorinated water, congested lanes? Or if you love the outdoors or always enjoy swimming on holiday then why not give it a go?
- Clean clear water all year round
- Showers and changing facilities
- Loan wet suits
- Slipway access to water
- Clearly marked swim course
If you’ve had enough of lane ropes, chlorinated water, congested lanes? Or if you love the outdoors or always enjoy swimming on holiday then why not give it a go?
How good a swimmer do I need to be?
As with many sports open water swimming does have risks. If you are a confident swimmer and regularly lane swim for more than 20 minutes you should be OK to swim. All open sessions have safety cover and safety briefings.
The swimming circuit at Manvers Lake is 0.5 Miles or 800 metres (equivalent to 32 lengths of a normal pool). Some swimmers build up to this distance as part of a personal achievement.
The swimming circuit at Manvers Lake is 0.5 Miles or 800 metres (equivalent to 32 lengths of a normal pool). Some swimmers build up to this distance as part of a personal achievement.
I can only swim breaststroke - does that matter?
In short no, many of our swimmers choose to swim breast stroke and we often have coaches who will help you if you want to improve your strokes speed and stamina.
When can I swim?
The summer season generally runs from May to September depending on water temperature and conditions. More experienced swimmers continue to swim at Manvers Lake all year round. Dates and times of Open Water Swimming sessions are posted in the events calendar.
Go on - take the plunge!
Why not take the plunge? Once hooked you may even want to take part in a triathlon, go on a SwimTrek holiday, take a challenge for charity or just use it as a great way to keep fit and lose a few pounds!
Any Questions?
If you have any questions or would like to find out more about Open Water Swimming at Manvers Waterfront Boat Club please don't hesitate to contact us by email at [email protected] or take a look at our facebook group