Goodrington

Goodrington swim

Park at premier inn and walk along to Torbay SLSC shack by La Cantina max 1km

Download Ringo parking APP prior to travel and Register to park.

You must be able to swim 500m with ease

What do you need

Wetsuit-swimming wetsuits are the most comfortable but you can swim in any wetsuit.

We will supply tow floats.

A brightly coloured swimming hat.

Towel and a warm change of clothes with minimal straps and fiddly bits. Try to bring a towel which you can get changed under or a dryrobe. Makes changing easier.

Large bag for all your kit.

Matt to stand on when getting changed.

A warm drink and cake will be provided at the end of the session unless COVID restrictions apply.

Woolly hat.

Flip flops or crocs are good or Uggs and easy to put on socks.

Itinerary

Arrive 15 mins before swim at google mapped pinned venue.

Check disclaimers all received and consent forms signed.

You must disclose any medical information to your swim guide.

Get dressed in wetsuits etc. I tend to drive to the swim in my costume to save time and avoid bum flashes to all the locals.

Allocate pods to coach/lifeguard swimmer.

Safety brief and swim brief

Enter water if first time we will stay at your pace and depth according to your comfort zone (you must be able to swim 500m with ease in a pool.)

There will be regular stops to regroup.

Return to shore exit water 20mins before the hour is up

Get changed and warm and have tea and cake.