Top 5 Swim Tips with FINIS
One of the great brands we stock here at Simply Swim is Finis, they create a whole range of different swimming equipment that in their words “help swimmers swim better”. Whether you swim for fitness,...
View ArticleOur Top 5 Swimming Blog Posts
Here at Simply Swim we love writing about our favourite things in the swimming world. From triathlon, to leisure swimming to first swimmers, you can find articles about all of it here on our blog. That...
View ArticleSimply Swim, Funkita & Funky Trunks Support Water Aid!
This year we are very pleased to announce that here at Simply Swim we are partnering with Funkita and Funky Trunks who are proud to support WaterAid! WaterAid is a great charity that work to provide...
View ArticleThe Importance of Pool Training for Open Water Swimmers
So at last the open water swimming season is upon us, for many of you the arrival of the OW season could not have come soon enough as it is an opportunity to leave the monotony of the pool and venture...
View ArticleSPEEDO NEW Limited Edition LZR Racer X Launch Video
FEEL the water, FEEL the speed, FEEL fast and look great in the NEW Fastskin LZR Racer X Limited Edition from Speedo. This fantastic racing suit offers a performance system that works with your body to...
View ArticleNEW Michael Phelps XPRESSO Collection at Simply Swim
In collaboration with Aqua Sphere, Olympic Medallist Michael Phelps has launched a brand new competitive swimwear range, named ‘MP’, with the first swimsuit XPRESSO now available at Simply Swim! With...
View ArticleLet’s Be Imaginative With Our Open Water Swims
With the open water season well under way it’s time to look at the sort of work you will be doing when in the big blue. Many swimmers and triathletes will focus on completing long slow swims when...
View ArticleWIN Finis Swim Training Gear!
Fancy winning yourself Finis swim training gear? We have 6 prizes up for grabs so read on to find out how you could win! For one lucky winner we have a training kit including a kickboard, foam pull...
View ArticleFind Your Own Swim
As a swimming coach I have always tried to coach the swimmer rather than the stroke, the reason for this is that everyone is an individual and there is no one size fits all. As soon as I start to tell...
View ArticleA Day At Kings Cross Pond
When I was asked if I would like to take a dip in the new Kings Cross Pond Club, of course I jumped at the chance. This much publicized art installation/leisure project is hidden amongst the growth and...
View ArticleThe Thames Baths Project
On the 19th May 2015, 26 days into a 30 day Kickstarter campaign, a new outdoor swimming initiative in London reached its £125,000 crowd-funded target. The final Kickstarter total was over an amazing...
View ArticleFunkita & Funky Trunks – Dividing Lines Collection
The Funkita & Funky Trunks new collection has just arrived at Simply Swim! And these new styles are sure to turn some heads… Entitled, ‘Dividing Lines’, the new range offers something for everyone,...
View ArticleTriswim – Hair & Skin Care for Swimmers
Do you swim regularly? Then the Triswim range of hair and skincare could be just what you’re looking for. Frequent time spent in the pool or the open water (or both!) can be damaging to your hair and...
View ArticleWhy Swimming is the Perfect Family Activity
Statistics aside: squeals and splashes, giggles and hugs are four of the main reasons why swimming is the ideal way to bond as a family unit – not to mention the exercise, and of course getting away...
View ArticleEnter Your Swim Club For A Chance To Win £1000
Are you a member of a swimming club? Fancy winning £1000 worth of Simply Swim vouchers to buy new gear for your club? Then enter yourselves into our first ever Swim Club Awards! Whether you’re a...
View ArticleHow To Get Back Into Swimming After A Long Time Out
Getting back into swimming after a long time out can be exhilarating or challenging, depending on your level of interest. If you really want to rediscover a favourite pastime or get yourself back into...
View ArticleVote For Your Swim Club To Win £1000 of Simply Swim Vouchers
The voting is now open for our Swim Club Awards 2015! All you need to do now is choose your club in the drop down list below, enter your email address and submit your vote! Voting for the winning club...
View ArticleThe 10 Best Water Slides In The World
Here at Simply Swim, you know we love all things swimming, and one of our favourite water activities is heading to a great waterpark! If you’re a thrill seeker then one of the best parts of a water...
View ArticlePoll: Where’s Your Favourite Place to Swim?
We love all types of swimming here at Simply Swim, but we want to know about you! Where’s your favourite place to swim? In an indoor pool such as a leisure centre? Or an outdoor pool? Or maybe you...
View ArticleFather Leads Daughter To Paralympic Swimming Glory
Claire Cashmore is a Silver Medal-winning Paralympic swimmer and a new documentary short film has just been released about her, have you seen it? It’s a really inspiring piece about her journey in...
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