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UKs biggest network of open water swimming venues....

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Guy Fisher
Enjoyable membership experience overall

I've been a member for a few years and truly appreciate the venues and the staff. The wristband system and booking process are straightforward, making it ideal for regular swimmers. I'm looking forward to joining the sub 10 club this winter! I would give it five stars if communication were improved, especially regarding the need to use a separate app for updates, which often leads to last-minute notifications about session changes.

4
Date of experience: Dec 22, 2025
Tony Carter
Great for regular swimmers at various venues

Once I set up the app, which was a bit tricky, it became easy to use. Bookings are instant, and I've never faced any issues. However, based on the negative reviews, I would only recommend it for frequent swimmers at these venues, which I believe is its primary purpose. It helps save on session costs and offers good deals on equipment.

5
Date of experience: Dec 22, 2025
Dominic
Fantastic open water swimming network

I've been a member for several years and really enjoy the venues and staff. The wristband system and booking process are straightforward, making it a great option for regular swimmers. I'm excited to join the sub 10 club this winter! It would be a five-star rating if communication were improved—particularly the requirement to use a separate app for updates, which often leads to late notifications about session changes.

4
Date of experience: Dec 22, 2025
Dulcie Baker
Difficult experience with the service

I would advise against using this service. The process for a single swim was overly complicated, and I received no communication for a whole year, only to find another payment deducted from my account without my consent for a one-time swim. Reaching out to the company has been impossible, and customer service is lacking.

1
Date of experience: Jul 23, 2025
Ford Johnson
Outstanding organization with excellent support

This organization is excellent. It provides continuity and reliability in open water swimming. The stats updates after each swim are great, and the check-in/check-out system is reassuring. Managing my account has been trouble-free, and the support team is efficient and quick to resolve any queries.

5
Date of experience: Jun 30, 2025
Herbert Scott
Challenging to cancel the standing order

Cancelling the standing order has proven to be extremely difficult. I've tried every possible method.

1
Date of experience: Jun 03, 2025
Harvey Coleman
Proud to be a member for over three years

Being a member for more than three and a half years has been an amazing experience. This organization is truly remarkable, filled with dedicated individuals focused on our water safety and enjoyment. I've had the chance to swim at 35 different locations, with 20 of those unforgettable experiences alongside this organization. Their unwavering dedication to enhancing water quality and opening beautiful venues inspires hope and admiration. I've also met some incredible people who have enriched my journey. As a passionate member, I can wholeheartedly say that this organization truly ignites my enthusiasm and rejuvenates my spirit every time I take a dive.

5
Date of experience: Dec 22, 2024
Silverlinn
Frustrating experience, avoid if possible

The process for just a few swims is overly complicated! First, you need to navigate through the app (or two, which I still haven't figured out), then get a membership. After that, booking a swim is tricky, especially with multiple locations having similar names. Getting a refund seems impossible as it cannot be done through the various platforms, only directly with venues, which complicates matters. I wouldn't recommend it, and I hope the swims are better than the booking process.

1
Date of experience: Jul 30, 2024
DwBiLouLeFou
Avoid this company completely

I strongly recommend avoiding this company as their service is nearly non-existent. Cancelling my annual payment has been impossible so far, even after downloading the app. When I attempt to activate it, no code is sent to me. It's been a frustrating experience.

1
Date of experience: Feb 09, 2024
godas200452
The most costly swim ever!

We joined to swim in the Thames back in 2019, hoping for more swims. When we tried to cancel our membership a year later, it didn't work. A year later, we were charged again for an annual subscription. Cancelling has been complicated due to the confusing array of sites and apps involved. After three years of subscriptions, this has turned out to be the most expensive swim ever.

1
Date of experience: Sep 02, 2023

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