Course Information

Come and join our British triathlon qualified coach for an introduction to open water sea swim session at Broad Haven, Pembrokeshire. 

Ever fanicied trying open water sea swimming but want to gain more confience and skills first? Then this session is perfect for you! It takes place during the  Pembrokeshire Coast Triathlon, once the swimmers of the standard triathlon have exited the swim and are on their bikes, we have acees to the water with the water safety team there, to deliver our coached swim session.

The introductory session is designed to give those new to open water swimming the opportunity to maximise their time in open water by receiving expert coaching.  The Novice session is aimed at first time open water swimmers who want to improve their relaxation and confidence in the open water whilst learning how to master the basic skills. 

During the session we will go through:

• How to put on/take off a wetsuit properly
• Acclimatise yourself to the water and breathing techniques
• Open water swimming techniques
• Sighting & drafting

There will water safety team for the duration of the session and plenty of opportunities to ask the coach any questions you may have about open water swimming. 

Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the open water training session. 

10:00- Arrive 

10:15 - Briefing , and dry land information

10:30-11:30: - access to the water 

11:30-12::00 - debrief 

Equipment needed: 

• Wetsuit  
• Swim hat
• Ear Plugs 

• Goggles  
• Towel  
• Tow float ( if you have one)

• Tri-suit/ swimming costume
• Any refreshments for after the activity
• Warm clothes for after the sesison ( Coat, gloves, hot water bottle) 

Once enrolled onto the course more information will be emailed prior to the swim session. 

Course Venue

Broad Haven Beach, Enfield Rd,, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA62 3JW