Dip for Duchy: Learn to Cold Water Dip Safely – Beginner Sessions
About this Event
Always been curious about cold water dipping, but not quite confident enough to try it on your own?
This friendly, informative group session is designed especially for complete beginners who would love to experience cold water dipping but want to know how to do it safely and confidently.
Why September & October? - the sea in warmest in September and so you get to learn the techniques and practice as the water cools over the following weeks. Once you know the process of safe entry youll be dipping well after the programme finishes.
You’ll be guided by Marie from Athena Success Ltd, a qualified STA Open Water Swim Coach, trained in Open Water Safety, Cold Water Immersion and Breathwork – so you’ll be in safe and experienced hands.
What will you learn?
During the session, Marie will help you:
- Understand how to enter and exit cold water safely
- Learn how your body responds to cold water
- Discover some of the myths and facts surrounding cold water dipping
- Explore the potential physical and mental wellbeing benefits
- Learn how to use your breathing to help you stay calm and in control
- Understand your own limits and why more isn't always better when it comes to cold water
- Experience a supported cold water dip alongside others
There's no "horse stance" , no ice tanks, no matcho competitions to stay in the longest or throwing yourself off the harbour wall (and you'll learn why for many this is in fact dangerous).
There’s no pressure to stay in for a certain amount of time and absolutely no prizes for being the last one out! (for many the health benefits of cold water dipping kick in after 3 minutes). The aim is to give you the knowledge and confidence to enjoy cold water dipping safely.
Dip for a Great Cause 💙
Athena Success Ltd is hosting these sessions to raise funds for Duchy Collective CIC.
Duchy Collective CIC is a not for profit helping people to improve physical and mental wellbeing, build community connections and reduce social isolation in rural and coastal communities across Cornwall.
Rather than charging a standard event fee, we ask you to make a minimum donation of £10 to take part.
All proceeds from these sessions will be donated to Duchy Collective CIC.
So, if you've been saying “I'd love to try cold water dipping one day…”, perhaps this is your day!
Come along, learn how to do it safely, meet some lovely people, take your first dip – and help us raise money for a great local cause at the same time.
Take the plunge. Dip safely. Dip for Duchy. 💙
Safety of our events is priority, therefore event dates may be cancelled and/or rescheduled due to weather and tidal conditions.
TO BOOK: Please click "Get Info" and I will send you a link to pay the £10 minimum donation for each session.
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:45 AM
Welcome & Completion of Paperwork (bring your glasses if you need them!)
🕑: 08:45 AM - 08:55 AM
Learn the benefits of Cold Water Dipping (wrap-up warm to stand on the beach)
🕑: 08:55 AM - 09:15 AM
Safety: Where, When and How to enter Safely into the Water (explore the beach)
🕑: 09:15 AM - 09:30 AM
Breathwork: to help you stay calm and why squealing doesn't help!
🕑: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Equipment & Keeping Warm: Basic Equipment and Safely exiting the water
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
The Dip: Time to get into the water and gain the benefits!
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Get Dressed & Visit the Cafe for Questions (cuppa at own expense)
Where is it happening?
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