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:
Did you know…..During the summer season the water ranges from 14 ˚C to over 20 ˚C !
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
- Showers and changing facilities*
- Hire wet suits - £7.50 (2021 season wetsuits all sizes) £5 (others)
- Slipway access to water
- Clearly marked swim course
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.
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. This cost £33 Junior, £66 senior and £99 family. 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.
Haven’t got a wet suit? Don’t worry we can hire you one until you are ready to buy your own.
To join:
Membership - Manvers Waterfront Boat Club (mwbc.org.uk)
There is one off Open Water Swim induction and sign off charge of £10.
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?
Summer Sessions
Mornings
Monday to Friday 6am to 8am
Saturday and Sunday 7am to 9am
Evening
Wednesday 18:00
Friday 17:00
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.
Mornings
Monday to Friday 6am to 8am
Saturday and Sunday 7am to 9am
Evening
Wednesday 18:00
Friday 17:00
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.
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:
https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/signed-off-members-open-water-swim
All swimmers must book a session before attending.
More information and to book:
https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/signed-off-members-open-water-swim
Book an Open Water Swim Evaluation
To book an evaluation (£10):
Wednesday and Friday mornings 7.15 and Wednesday Evening at 6pm (more sessions will be added if needed.
More information and to book:
https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/signed-off-swimmer-application-and-evaluation-session-booking-form-1
You get to swim after your successful evaluation.
Wednesday and Friday mornings 7.15 and Wednesday Evening at 6pm (more sessions will be added if needed.
More information and to book:
https://webcollect.org.uk/mwbc/event/signed-off-swimmer-application-and-evaluation-session-booking-form-1
You get to swim after your successful evaluation.
