I offer instruction in OWS aimed at triathlete aspirants, those interested in competing in the increasing number of ocean swimming events available these days or those who just wish to swim away from chemically-treated water or to avoid the ‘tyranny of the wall’ (having to turn every 25 or 50 metres), losing count in the process and having to follow that endless black line. Have you ever considered that long-distance open water swimming is really a form of meditation? You will finish your swim totally relaxed - OWSers often say that they leave all their cares and worries in the water. Once you make the transition, you will see that this is real swimming and that pool swims are just training for the real thing (this is my bias of course). Some swimmers want to introduce themselves to OWS in order to prepare themselves for Otter Aquatics’ domestic and international swimming tours.
OWS training – for both novices and those more experienced - will normally be held early on most Saturday mornings (with a likely start of about 6.30am in summer – but this will change as the cooler weather starts) at Queens Beach North, Scarborough (although we may use other venues from time-to-time). These sessions will go for 30 minutes and will be held only if there is a demand – so please phone or text me no later than the evening before if you plan to come. There will be a mix of on-the-beach training to discuss such things as fear of the open water/relaxation, navigation/sighting techniques and handling rough conditions – as well as actually doing it in the water.
Once a certain OWS proficiency is reached, swimmers may wish to take part in our regular OWS non-competitive group training swims over a distance of two kilometres or so (with the opportunity to pull out earlier if you wish), starting at about 8am on Saturdays (but the time and venue may change from time-to-time, so it’s a good idea to check beforehand). These swims run throughout the year with the wimps (me included) resorting to wearing wetsuits in the winter. This is as much a social event among like-minded people as anything else and, of course, there is no charge. We generally warm up with coffee in a nearby cafe afterwards.
Phone 0438 652 696 or email mark@otteraquatics.com.au for more information or to book your place.
OWS training – for both novices and those more experienced - will normally be held early on most Saturday mornings (with a likely start of about 6.30am in summer – but this will change as the cooler weather starts) at Queens Beach North, Scarborough (although we may use other venues from time-to-time). These sessions will go for 30 minutes and will be held only if there is a demand – so please phone or text me no later than the evening before if you plan to come. There will be a mix of on-the-beach training to discuss such things as fear of the open water/relaxation, navigation/sighting techniques and handling rough conditions – as well as actually doing it in the water.
Once a certain OWS proficiency is reached, swimmers may wish to take part in our regular OWS non-competitive group training swims over a distance of two kilometres or so (with the opportunity to pull out earlier if you wish), starting at about 8am on Saturdays (but the time and venue may change from time-to-time, so it’s a good idea to check beforehand). These swims run throughout the year with the wimps (me included) resorting to wearing wetsuits in the winter. This is as much a social event among like-minded people as anything else and, of course, there is no charge. We generally warm up with coffee in a nearby cafe afterwards.
Phone 0438 652 696 or email mark@otteraquatics.com.au for more information or to book your place.
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