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Open Water Swimming at Manvers Waterfront Boat Club

Go on - take the plunge!

Open Water Swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. 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

Is it for me?

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?

Manvers has some of the best facilities in the country for open water swimming. Set in the Manvers regeneration zone. Manvers Lake boasts:

  • Clean clear water all year round - see our water quality results here
  • Showers and changing facilities*
  • Hire wet suits - £7.50 (2021 season wetsuits all sizes) £5 (others) 
  • Slipway access to water
  • Clearly marked swim course
*access may be limited due to COVID
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Did you know…..During the summer season the water ranges from 14 ˚C to over 20 ˚C ! 

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 circuits at Manvers Lake is either 400m or 800 metres (equivalent to 16 or 32 lengths of a normal pool), although shorter distance swims also possible.

I can only do breast stroke - 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.

What does it cost?

You need to be a members of Manvers Waterfront Boat Club to swim. The costs are £33 Junior, £70 senior, £110 family and free for over 80's. Remember members have access to other sports available at Manvers.

To join:

Membership - Manvers Waterfront Boat Club (mwbc.org.uk)

​There is one off Open Water Swim induction and sign off charge of £10.
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Haven’t got a wet suit? Don’t worry we can hire you one until you are ready to buy your own.

When can I swim?

We have sessions every morning 365 days a year, although the timings vary slightly according to the time of year.

The summer season generally runs from mid April to September depending on water temperature and conditions. More experienced swimmers continue to swim at Manvers Lake all year round. 

Summer Season Only
Lifeguarded “Open to all” sessions: Wednesday evening and Saturday morning.
“Assessed” Members Only sessions: Monday to Sunday mornings and Wednesday and Friday evenings.  
See webcollect swim bookings page for session times, details, guidance and session rules
https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/category/swimming-event

Still not sure or want to talk to someone about it?

No problem - just contact us at  ows@mwbc.org.uk or via our facebook page !

Book a Swim - members only 

To book a swim sessions.
All swimmers must book a session before attending.
More information and to book:

​webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/2022-open-water-swimming-summer-season-signed-off-members-only

Book an Open Water Swim Evaluation 

To book an evaluation (£10):
Wednesday Evening at 6.30pm and Saturday Mornings at 8am (more sessions will be added if needed.
More information and to book:
https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/2022-ows-sign-off-assessment
You get to swim after your successful evaluation.

New and Nervous - Want To Try Open Water Swimming?

The best way to try Open Water Swimming at Manvers - a very small group supported by a coach/lifeguard.
More information and booking:
​webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/2022-try-open-water-swimming-at-manvers-lake

Members Coached Session? 

Small groups of members improving swimming skills.
webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/2022-coached-open-water-swim-at-manvers-lake-1

So what's stopping you?

See our Facebook Page for more info
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Registered in England & Wales, Company Number 08239169
Manvers Waterfront Boat Club Ltd
The Boathouse, Station Road, Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham
South Yorkshire S63 7DG

​For directions using a Sat Nav​use the postcode S63 7BU
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