English Channel training camp / qualification swim

Join us for an exhilarating training camp from May 22-25, 2025, designed specifically for swimmers preparing to conquer the legendary English Channel.

This immersive experience caters to both solo and relay swimmers, offering expert guidance, valuable insights, and a supportive environment to enhance your skills and technique.

Itinerary

Thursday: Kickoff to Excellence

- Welcome Brief: Meet your fellow swimmers and team leaders.

- Swimming Theory: Deepen your understanding of the techniques and strategies essential for open water swimming.

- Swim Session: Loosen up and refine your technique with guided drills.

- Inspiring Talk: Hear from Sophie Etheridge, World Record Holder for the Channel Swim, as she shares her experiences and key insights. Friday: Skills Development

- Open Water Skills Session: Focus on critical techniques, including effective feeding strategies during long swims.

- Lunch: Enjoy a nutritious meal to fuel your training.

- Technique Swim: Short swim to further hone your skills.

- Nutrition Workshop: Learn about tailored nutrition plans to optimize recovery and performance.

Saturday: The Qualifying Challenge

- Qualifying Swims:

- Solo swimmers will undertake a challenging 6-hour swim.

- Relay teams will complete a 2-hour swim.

- Dinner & Recovery Talk: Engage in discussions about effective recovery strategies after intense efforts.

Sunday: Reflect and Recover

- Adventure River Swim: 8 / 10km swim focused on relaxed stroke technique and showcasing the beauty of river swimming.

What’s Included in Your Experience:

- Comprehensive safety cover and coaching.

- Oversight of qualification swims, complete with certificates.

- Exclusive camp T-shirt.

- Engaging talks and seminars.

- Tailored training planning support.

- Post-event support for your journey ahead.

Please Note: Accommodation and meals are not included in this package, nor is equipment hire, so please plan accordingly. Dive into this unique opportunity to prepare for one of the greatest swimming challenges of your life, surrounded by like-minded individuals and expert mentors. We look forward to inspiring you on this incredible journey across the English Channel!

Host or Publisher The Cambridge Swimming Company