Swimming around a buoy
You learn to swim around a buoy, a large floating marker, and carry on in the new direction without bumping anyone. It is a key skill for organized open-water swims and triathlons.
You learn to swim around a buoy, a large floating marker, and carry on in the new direction without bumping anyone. It is a key skill for organized open-water swims and triathlons.
You learn to breathe comfortably when small waves splash around you, and to recognise when it is time to turn back. Good judgement matters as much as good breathing here.
Teens · AdultsYou learn to get into cold water gradually, calm your breathing, and get out as soon as you feel chilled. Respecting the cold is one of the most important open-water safety habits.
Teens · AdultsYou learn to rest on your back in open water when you feel tired, then find your way back to the exit you planned. It means there is always a way to take a break, even with no wall to hold.
Your child learns to swim alongside a buddy, keep them in sight, and stop and signal if they get separated. It is a simple habit that keeps everyone safer, in the pool now and in open water later.