The Programme

Our Pool to Pier programme runs from February to July, split into three 6 week terms.

Easter Term: At the Pool

Aims:

• Understanding Tides and Currents
• Developing your swimming techniques for varying sea conditions
• Developing your stamina

 

Spring Term: At the Pool and in the Sea

Aims:

• Developing awareness of local marine life and environmental concerns
• Ensuring everybody is 'Sea Fit'
• Complete first open water sea swims over distances of 200 to 400 metres

Summer Term: In the Sea (weather permitting)

 Aims:

• Use Tides and Currents to your advantage
• Develop swimming distances from 200 to 1000 metres
• Swim around Brighton's Palace Pier!

Other Benefits

• Improve your strokes and aquatic skills
• Develop your stamina and confidence in the sea
• Learn how to help keep yourself safe when sea swimming

View further details of the 2010 Timetable

Please Note:Participants must be able to swim at least 200 metres prior to the course commencing.