Join Fay at FLÖ for a gentle and confidence-building introduction to open water swimming, designed for beginners or swimmers who would like a little more guidance before joining regular swim sessions.
This session is ideal if you feel nervous about open water, are unsure what to expect, or would like support with entering the lake, managing your breathing and feeling safe and settled in the water.
Fay is a Swim Teacher, Open Water Coach and Open Water Lifeguard Trainer, with a calm and encouraging approach that’s ideal for beginners.
The session will begin with a 45-minute workshop, where Fay will guide you through the key things to know before getting into open water. You’ll then have a 45-minute swim slot, giving you time to put this into practice in the lake with Fay’s support.
The session will cover:
What to expect when swimming in open water
How to enter and exit the water safely
Managing your breathing and staying calm
Understanding your own limits
Basic open water safety
Building confidence in the lake
Time to ask questions before and after your swim
Who is it for?
This session is for swimmers who are new to open water, returning after a break, or looking for a calm and supportive introduction before swimming more regularly.
You do not need to be an experienced open water swimmer, but you should be able to swim and feel comfortable being in water.
What to bring:
Please bring swimwear, a towel and goggles if you’d like to use them. A wetsuit is optional, but you may wish to wear one for warmth and confidence. Warm layers for after the session are also recommended.
Things to note:
Spaces are limited to allow for a supportive small-group experience.
This session is focused on open water confidence, safety and support rather than distance swimming.
Refreshments will be available as part of the session.
Booking policy:
You can cancel your space for a refund up to 14 days before your session.
After this point, we’re unable to offer refunds or make changes to your booking.
If you can no longer attend, you’re welcome to pass your space on to someone else.
