Pool to Pier Yearly Programme
With a rapidly increasing interest in open-water, the Pool to Pier course, together with developing stamina and technique, is aimed at bringing together like-minded people in a fun, social and safe environment to experience open-water swimming. Whether you are new to open-water sea swimming or looking to fine-tune your technique, Pool to Pier's coaches can help you achieve the personal goals on your sea-swimming adventure. Our courses offer great value for money, and we offer a variety of lesson times through the week.
Due to the programmes continued popularity and success, the programme runs on a termly basis, organised into three terms - each term consists of twelve weeks. Our Autumn and Spring term sessions focusing developing stroke technique and stamina in the pool. After you reach the required standard, in the summer term we then venture into the sea at the earliest opportunity (usually May). In the sea, we then work with you to complete two key swims: 'Around the Pier' and 'Pier to Pier'.
SeaFit: In the Autumn term we introduce sea-swimming for new members, working on improving swimming front crawl, developing good technique and stamina. This is all working towards a personal goal of your first venture into the sea. This part of the course is also open to existing members wishing to maintain involvement and develop existing technique/stamina as we can tailor sessions to your ability. Please note - A basic level of swimming is required before the course (to join the course in the Autumn term, must be happy to put your face in, have a basic knowledge of front crawl, and be able to swim around 6 lengths of front crawl).
Dates:
Autumn Term Structure:
Dates:
- 1st Half of Term: Monday 9th September 2024 - Sunday 27th October 2024
- 2nd Half of Term: Monday 4th November 2024 - Sunday 22nd December 2024
Autumn Term Structure:
- First six weeks (Developing Technique) - Aims - Stroke analysis and feedback; Development of stroke techniques; Introduction of key drills and practices. This part of the course is pool based.
- Second six weeks (Refining Technique) - Aims - Continue to build on existing stroke techniques; Implementing advanced drills and practices; Combining technique and stamina. This part of the course is pool based.
Sea Challenge: In the Spring term we move beyond SeaFit to help swimmers with a good grasp of front crawl start to increase the distances they swim and 'fine-tune' their technique. It is at this point where we start to work towards the goals of the iconic Pier to Pier and Round the Pier swims. This part of the course is pool based. Please Note: Spring Term is the last term you can join the course. To join the course in the Spring term, you must be able to swim around 400m of front crawl continuously and have a developed understanding of front crawl.
Spring Term Structure:
Spring Term Structure:
- First six weeks (Maintaining Technique) - Aims - Re-assessing swimming ability and grouping for the sea swims; Developing and building on physical conditioning; Sustaining technique; Completing and improving on distance swims of up to 800m.
- Second six weeks (Refining Technique) - Aims - Developing swimming techniques for varying sea conditions; Maintaining your stamina; Understanding essential sea swimming knowledge such as tides and currents; and beach safety/equipment.
Sea Swims: In the Summer Term we take the skills, technique and stamina developed through the Autumn and Spring terms to start swimming in the sea. This part of the course is based largely in the sea, or where sea conditions are adverse, then in the pool. All sessions are still coached and lifeguarded by fully qualified beach lifeguards.
Times: For more information on course times and to book on - contact us here.
Summer Term Structure:
Times: For more information on course times and to book on - contact us here.
- Times are variable during the summer term depending on sea conditions.
Summer Term Structure:
- Twelve weeks (Developing Sea-Swimming technique and stamina) - Aims - Developing awareness of local marine life and environmental concerns; Ensuring everybody remains 'Sea Fit'; Complete first open water sea swims over distances of 400 to 1000 metres. Achieve main swims of Pier to Pier and Around the Pier.
Pool 2 Pier course ends in July with two swims 'Around the Pier' and 'Pier to Pier'. 'Pier to Pier' swim is on the same day and time as the regular sessions in summer term (weather permitting). 'Around the Pier' swim's date and times are set in advance. You will be required to book the swim with us. Please note: Around the Pier swim is usually organised on third Sunday of July.
Times: For more information on course times and to book on - contact us here.
Classing Abilities: All sessions are catered to your ability and you will be grouped accordingly to benefit most from your session
Prices: For more information on pricing - contact us here.
- Monday: 10:45-11:40, 11:45-12:40, 19:15-20:10, 20:15-21:10 (Returners)
- Wednesday: 18:30-19:25, 19:30-20:20
- Thursday: 19:15-20:10 (Adult & Teen Pool to Pier - Click here for more information), 20:15-21:15 P2P Teen and Returners
- Friday: 07:00-08:00 (Returners).
Classing Abilities: All sessions are catered to your ability and you will be grouped accordingly to benefit most from your session
- To join in Autumn Term - Able to put face in, swim 6 lengths (120m) front crawl and a basic knowledge of front crawl.
- To join in Spring Term - Able to swim 400m front crawl continuously and developed knowledge of front crawl.
Prices: For more information on pricing - contact us here.
- Price for Group Pool to Pier - £131.99 - 55 minutes lessons, 7 weeks.
- Discounts - 50% fee discount for a third family member or fourth family member free of charge.
- Note - Prior to beginning of term, session times are subject to change depending on bookings and number of swimmers per group.
P2P Returners
Pool to Pier Returners – A session designed for current customers who have already completed our Pool to Pier programme and are looking to continue with building their stamina & strength. One of our professional Pool to Pier coaches will design a set prior to the lesson which swimmers will then follow throughout their session. Although the session is not run by a coach there is always a coach on poolside for any help or questions which may need answering.
Experience and Stamina required.
The cost for seven weeks is £72.99.
Pool to Pier Returners – A session designed for current customers who have already completed our Pool to Pier programme and are looking to continue with building their stamina & strength. One of our professional Pool to Pier coaches will design a set prior to the lesson which swimmers will then follow throughout their session. Although the session is not run by a coach there is always a coach on poolside for any help or questions which may need answering.
Experience and Stamina required.
The cost for seven weeks is £72.99.
Benefits of the Pool to Pier Programme
- Improve your strokes and aquatic skills whilst developing your stamina and finessing your technique.
- Learn how to help keep yourself safe when sea swimming and improve your confidence in the sea.
- Meet like-minded swimmers with numerous social events, including BBQs on the beach, Christmas social gatherings and pub trips.
- The Pool to Pier Programme has produced numerous long-term friendships as a result of weekly sessions and sea swims.
