
Outdoor swim safety and lifesaving knowledge lie at the heart of our wild swimming courses and trips at Swim the Lakes. Over the years we have set the standard "best practice" for swim-guiding safety that others follow. We are lucky enough to have a fantastic team of guides, with many years of lifesaving and outdoor leadership experience who have contributed to our extensive pool of knowledge.
This one-day course will give you an insight into safer swimming practices and help build practical lifesaving skills. With a nice balance of practice and theory, this will be a fun and educational experience for all involved.
Booking essential: via www.swimthelakes.co.uk, 015394 33826 or click the direct link to our website on this page.
Welcome to Swim the Lakes, located in Ambleside at the heart of the Lake District since 2005.
Our passion lies in swimming within this stunning landscape, and we invite you to experience this wild swimming paradise alongside our friendly team.
Join us for an Adventure Swimming Day in the Lake District, or extend your stay with our Adventure Swimming Breaks. If you're short on time, dive into a guided Short Wild Swim, or get acquainted with the water through our popular Introduction to Open Water Swimming course.
We offer a fully stocked outdoor swimming shop both online and in Ambleside, featuring all the wetsuits and equipment you need. Additionally, we provide a wetsuit fitting service at our Ambleside location to help you find the perfect fit.
We look forward to seeing you in the water soon!
Swim the Lakes - Ambleside.
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Saturday | 08:40 | - 15:30 |
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Thursday | Open |
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