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Discover the magic of open water swimming with individual or group sessions led by our experienced open water swimming coaches based right here in Southend-on-Sea.
We believe everyone deserves to dip their toes into the world of open water swimming. That’s why we offer open water swimming sessions suitable for beginners, social dippers, and experienced swimmers and athletes. All sessions available as private 121 sessions, private group sessions with friends or as open group sessions.
Take a look at our open water coaching options below — if what you're looking for isn't there just drop us a message to see how we can help!
Just getting started on your open water journey? We’re here to help you along the way.
Our sessions are perfect for new, novice, or nervous swimmers who are just getting started. You’ll get all the swimming support, encouragement, and tips you need to confidently (and safely) embark on your open water swimming journey.
Get in touch to enquire about open water swimming sessions for beginners.
You’ve dipped in the sea, been for some social swims, or perhaps you’re confident in the pool but still finding your feet in the open water — our improver sessions are for you.
These open water swimming sessions will get you making waves as you transition from dipper to swimmer. We’ll help you level up your swimming style, confidence and open water skills so you can fully immerse yourself in open water swimming.
Get in touch to discuss open water swimming sessions for improvers.
If you know your way around the water and feel at home swimming among the fishies, you’re what we’d call an advanced swimmer.
We love supporting advanced swimmers in pursuit of their swim-based goals. Whether it’s helping you train for a triathlon, improve your front crawl, or achieve another swimming goal, we have you covered.
We can also work with you 121 to develop event or goal-focused training plans.
Get in touch to enquire about open water swimming sessions for advanced swimmers.
Private 121 sea based coaching tailored to your own specific ability and requirements.
121 sea based sessions available at Thorpe Bay or Chalkwell beaches
60 minute 121 £55
Additional person(s) £15
Join a group sea session including Intro to Open Water Swimming sessions, stroke improvement sessions and Intro to Cold Water Swimming sessions.
Group Low Tide swims at the Ray and the Mulberry Harbour also available
From £20pp
Sea swim stroke technique and open water skills plus a fully supervised swim of the Southend Triathlon sprint swim course (750m). Perfect for individuals participating in the Southend Triathlon or wanting to gain more sea swimming experience.
90 minute session from £35pp
45 min guided yoga session
Fully supervised swim/dip
90 minute session £20pp
Equip your children with valuable water safety, sea swimming skills and self rescue techniques in small group or private family classes.
From £20 per child
Learn how to safely dip through Winter with an Intro to Cold Water Swimming session. Cold sessions available Oct to Apr.
From £25pp
PLUS Join the private Good Vibe Swim Tribe when you sign up for a GONE FOR A SWIM Open Water Swimming session.
Good Vibe Swim Tribe is an amazing Facebook community filled with Southend sea swimmers who are all part of the GONE FOR A SWIM tribe.
As a Good Vibe Swim Tribe member, you’ll get:
Then let me indulge you in some of the wonderful benefits of open water swimming…
Open water swimming, whether that’s sea swimming, dipping in the estuary or trying out a spot of lake swimming, is an exhilarating experience. It’s a great opportunity to let your hair down (or keep it dry under a swimming cap), laugh til your cheeks ache, and make memories with amazing friends.
The mental health benefits of open water swimming are unmissable. Being by, or in, the water is one of my favourite ways to calm my mind and soothe my soul. And I’m sure the rest of the GONE FOR A SWIM tribe will wholeheartedly agree!
Finally, open water swimming pushes the boundaries of your comfort zone AND gives you a chance to keep fit while learning or improving your swimming skills. From cold water swimming to social dips, triathlon training, and swim retreats, I’m certain everyone will find something they love about open water swimming.
"From a sea induction, sea coaching, to organised yoga & swim courtesy of Jo Good and her fabulous team. I have felt in completely safe hands. Jo has given me the confidence to try out organised distance swims and even a sponsored 1.4mile sea swim for charity. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back myself" — Emma
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