Dear swimmers,
We are delighted to announce details of our Open Water programme for this season. To make it easier for people taking holidays, to still achieve an award, we have decided to offer 2 intensive courses. These courses will involve three sessions: one midweek evening; and two weekend days either side of this. Full attendance at one of these courses could lead to an open water certificate, which is excellent preparation for anyone considering doing a Beach Lifeguard award in the future. Those who would like to attend two courses, are obviously more than welcome and would work on mastering different skills in the second week. The following are the details of the swim times and dates (based on the tide) for each course:
Course A
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Course B
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Sun June 25 – HW: 13.29 (4.2m)
Morning Start (11.30)
Afternoon Finish (15.30)
Claremont Beach
Thurs June 29 – HW: 16.49 (3.6m)
Sat July 1 – HW: 18.42 (3.4m)
Afternoon Start (16.30)
Evening Finish (19.30)
Claremont Beach
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Sun Aug 13 – HW: 16.22 (3.7m)
Afternoon Start (14.30)
Evening Finish (18.30)
Claremont Beach
Wed Aug 16 – HW: 19.26 (3.5m)
Sun Aug 20 – HW: 11.22 (4.0m)
Morning Start (10.00)
Afternoon Finish (13.00)
Claremont Beach
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New to Open Water?
Claremont Beach is where we base ourselves in the summer. This beach is located in Howth, Co. Dublin. It is behind the Dart station at the beginning of the West Pier. Walk down the lane with the height restriction barrier, to the left of the Scout Den. Bring a wetsuit if you have one, or borrow one off a friend. Alternatively, we have got some spares available on location.
Remember:
You must have
a brightly coloured swim hat,
footwear to wear in the water,
and warm clothes to change into afterwards
See you on the beach!
Nb: If your will not be at open water, be sure to be back at the pool for September as we don’t hold places!
