Free Range Swimming Suffolk
Open water swimming coach based in coastal Suffolk, UK, coaching in beautiful estuaries, rivers and sea.
16/04/2023
Following the fabulous news that Waldringfield on the River Deben has been granted water bathing status from May, I am available for informal introductions to dipping/swimming outdoors at this lovely location.
I am a qualified and insured Open Water Swimming coach and I can do 1 to 1’s or small groups.
Please contact me for details via messenger or in [email protected]
Liz
26/07/2022
Lovely to see Felixstowe featured in this article.
10 of the best UK beaches for swimming Whether you want to swim long distances safely, or just bob about in a beautiful spot, there is a bay or cove to suit
18/06/2022
This shows how important a brightly coloured tow float and swimming hat is for increased visibility and safety when swimming in the open water, especially in a busy river like the Deben and with even a slight chop or waves. It would be almost impossible for a kayaker, SUPer or sailor to see someone swimming flat in the water otherwise.
08/06/2022
Just signed up to this event (recreational class), would anyone like to join me?
Swimmers who enter the elite class in our Aldeburgh to Orford flotilla on 4th September will be timed. Feeling competitive and want to raise funds for a good cause?! Spaces are now available for you to participate. Click on the link below to find out full details. ⏱🏊🏻♀️🏊🏻♂️
https://www.aoetrust.org/new-events/aldeburgh-to-orford-fundraising-flotilla
**Current availability for weekend Open Water coaching sessions at Waldringfield on the Deben**
Learn to feel confident and safe swimming in a tidal river.
Available as 1:1 for £30 or small group sessions at £15pp. Session based on your individual interests and goals.
Please email or DM for further information or to book.
Thursday 2/6: start time ideally between 8am and 9am for an hour.
Friday 3/6: start time ideally between 8.30am and 10am for an hour.
Saturday 4/6: start time ideally between 9am and 10am for an hour.
Saturday 18/6: start time ideally between 9.15am and 10.30am for an hour
Saturday 9/7: start time between 4.30pm and 7.30pm for an hour
Sunday 10/7: start time 8am for an hour or anytime between 5pm and 8pm
(Times can be flexible depending on the tide.)
This is an important message. Even experienced open water swimmers can experience cold water shock in the summer, especially if it’s a warm sunny day and the water is still cold, maiming the contrast in temperatures greater.
16/05/2022
Gorgeous sunny, calm evening for a coaching session at Waldringfield this evening 💙
11/05/2022
08/05/2022
Waiting for the tide to come in for a swim in the beautiful river Alde at Slaughden.
Hello my name is Liz, Welcome to my page. I am a swimmer and qualified and insured Open Water Swimming Coach. Join me for coaching in:
* intro’s to open/cold water swimming
* how to swim head down front crawl
* gaining confidence in open water
* stroke improvement for those already confident with front crawl
* swimming more efficiently to save energy and/or be faster
* drafting, sighting, buoy turns and feeding for events (or for fun!)
* knowledge of tides and currents
* how to perform a dynamic risk assessment and how to maximise safety