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1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge30 Minute Swim Challenge
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British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022 30 minute swim challenge
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British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022
30 minute swim challenge
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the 30 Minute Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in 30 minutes.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in 30 minutes or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within 30 minutes. The swim must be completed in the months of January to July (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until August or September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
more
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the One Hour Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in one hour.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in an hour or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within one hour. The swim must be completed in the months of January to April (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until Augustor September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
february
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge30 Minute Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022 30 minute swim challenge
more
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022
30 minute swim challenge
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the 30 Minute Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in 30 minutes.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in 30 minutes or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within 30 minutes. The swim must be completed in the months of January to July (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until August or September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
more
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the One Hour Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in one hour.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in an hour or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within one hour. The swim must be completed in the months of January to April (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until Augustor September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
march
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
more
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the One Hour Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in one hour.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in an hour or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within one hour. The swim must be completed in the months of January to April (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until Augustor September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge30 Minute Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022 30 minute swim challenge
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British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022
30 minute swim challenge
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the 30 Minute Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in 30 minutes.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in 30 minutes or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within 30 minutes. The swim must be completed in the months of January to July (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until August or September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
12mar1:00 pm- 12:00 pmFeaturedAGM and Social Dinner
Event Details
Following a number of suggestions (and Covid) regarding the AGM and Annual Dinner, things will be done entirely differently in 2022! All the proceedings will be carried
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Following a number of suggestions (and Covid) regarding the AGM and Annual Dinner, things will be done entirely differently in 2022!
All the proceedings will be carried out on the SAME day –
Saturday 12th March 2022
The general itinerary will be as follows:
1.00 pm
AGM
Followed by a short trophy presentation (some trophies had no entrants in their categories)
6.30 pm for 7.00 pm
MEAL/SOCIAL GATHERING
A booking has been made for an informal sit down meal. There will be no guest speakers, toasts or presentations.
This is an opportunity for us all simply to enjoy a meal with friends and have a get together to eat, socialise and mingle.
This will all take place at Brathay Hall in Ambleside (LA22 0HP).
015394 33041
For those wishing to stay overnight, there are limited rooms available and I would strongly suggest booking straight away if you wish to stay on site. Obviously, Ambleside has lots of alternative places to stay if you prefer.
The room rates are from £85 to £120 per night with a £10 per person charge for breakfast. Rooms are to be booked direct
There are also 2 self-catering cottages available which can sleep 4 or 6 people (Treglown Lodge – £250 for 4 or Orchard Cottage – £350 for 6 although this does include 2 bunk beds!)
Dinner tickets will be priced at £35.00 per person and can be purchased via the Website.
These tickets are non-refundable.
SUNDAY 13TH MARCH 2022
Brathay Hall is situated on the banks of Windermere and a five minute walk down a gravel path brings you directly to the water’s edge where a refreshing swim can take place for those brave enough and crazy enough to want to do that!
This venue has a limited capacity so early booking is advised and Ticket applications must be received no later than Saturday 12th February 2022 unless sold out earlier.
Tickets on sale NOW!
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Our Awards
The James Brennan Memorial Trophy
Presented for services to the Association. The trophy was donated to recognise the members of the BLDSA who have given noteworthy service to the Executive Committee or other administrative functions so essential to the smooth running of a growing association.
The Harry Moffatt Memorial Trophy
Presented for outstanding services on the water throughout the season. (Can be awarded to a group or team)
The Hans Belay Trophy
Presented to recognise an outstanding swim by a BLDSA member during the year as an individual effort or within a championship without receiving an award from that championship. (Can be awarded to a group or team)
The Fred Slater Trophy
Presented to the swimmer of the year in BLDSA events who has demonstrated outstanding effort throughout the season.
The Tom Butcher Trophy
Presented to the Junior swimmer of the year in BLDSA events who has demonstrated outstanding effort throughout the season.
The Elise Brook Encouragement and Perseverance Trophy
Presented to recognise an outstanding swim by a BLDSA member as a junior during the year as a individual effort or within a championship without receiving an award from that championship.
The Breaststroke Trophy
Presented to recognise the ability and dedication of any breaststroke swimmer during the season.
The Avril and Alan Mitchell Trophy
Presented to recognise the ability and dedication of a Veteran swimmer during the season.
William Keating Trophy
Awarded for an outstanding swim on Windermere in the season (minimum single length course, solo or relay by a member/members of the BLDSA).
Time
(Saturday) 1:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Location
Ambleside
LA22 0HP
Organizer
Michelle HardyConiston events swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
april
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge30 Minute Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022 30 minute swim challenge
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Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022
30 minute swim challenge
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the 30 Minute Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in 30 minutes.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in 30 minutes or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within 30 minutes. The swim must be completed in the months of January to July (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA 30 Minute Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until August or September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
30 Minute Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
1jan - 1apr12:00 amapr 1- 12:00 pmBLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
more
Event Details
British Long Distance Swimming Association One Hour Swim Challenge 2022
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
Prices for entry are as follows
UK Individual £5.50 UK Team Entry £5.50
International Individual £7.00 International Team Entry £7.00
Dear Swimmers
Welcome to the BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge 2022.
The aim of the One Hour Swim Challenge is to swim as far as you can in a pool in one hour.
There are two competitions: individual and team. Swimmers all enter the individual competition. If they wish, they can then enter the team event as well. Teams must consist of 3 swimmers of the same age group and gender. Medals are awarded to the first 3 teams in each age group.
The swim can take place any time from January, in a pool that is at least 20 yards long. The closing date is currently not being set in stone. We intend to keep the entries open until at least 1st April. Each entrant will receive a cloth badge as a souvenir of the event and Bronze, Silver and Gold medals will be awarded to individual and team entrants in each age category, for able-bodied and disabled swimmers.
The swim is open to all – any age, any ability! You do NOT have to swim solidly for an hour, just go as far as you can. This is your chance to pit yourself against your own personal best distance swum in an hour or to set yourself a target to go for next year. Age categories (male/ female) range from under 10s – 85+.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Club coaches should decide the most suitable category for each swimmer. Please choose the appropriate option on the online entry form. Bulk entry forms are available from bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for a minimum of 15 swimmers. Smaller groups of swimmers can be entered via the online form very quickly.
Good luck with your swim!
Best wishes
Caroline Lewis
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary
The Swim
The objective of the swim is for individual swimmers to achieve the greatest possible distance within one hour. The swim must be completed in the months of January to April (this may be extended due to covid 19 restrictions). The incoming results will be listed in order of the distance completed, in the individual age categories as detailed below.
Badges & Medals
Every entrant will receive a souvenir BLDSA One Hour Swim Challenge embroidered badge as a memento of having taken part in the swim.
The first 3 swimmers in each age category will receive Bronze, Silver and Gold medals respectively.
In the team swim, members of the first three teams in each age group will receive BLDSA medallions.
Location
You may use any swimming pool 20 yards in length, or longer. Entries must be in complete numbers of metres – no decimal places accepted.
All results will be in metres.
Eligibility
Entry will be accepted from any swimmer, you do not need to be a member of a club, with age groups from under 10`s to over 85`s, please see below. Entries can only be accepted online and accompanied by the correct entry fee.
Individual Categories (Men & Women)
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
20-24 yrs 25-29 yrs 30-34 yrs 35-39 yrs 40-44yrs 45-49 yrs
50-54 yrs 55-59 yrs 60-64 yrs 65-69 yrs 70-74 yrs 75-79 yrs
80-84 yrs 85 yrs +
Team Categories
Under 10s 10-11 yrs 12-13 yrs 14-15 yrs 16-17 yrs 18-19 yrs
25yrs + 35yrs + 45yrs + 55yrs + 65yrs +
A team must consist of 3 swimmers of the same sex and all swimmers in a team must be first claim members of the same club. Individual swimmers may only be entered into one team in this competition.
To enter the team event, all swimmers must have already entered the individual event. For the under 10’s, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14-15 years, 16–17 years and 18–19 years age groups, each swimmer must be that age or under.
For all other teams, the youngest member will determine which category the team is in, and all swimmers must be older than that category.
All age categories are calculated on ages on 1st January, in the year of the swim.
For disabled entrants, categories of disability are as follows:
H1. Ambulant: those with a predominantly physical disability
H2. Wheelchair: those who spend most of their time in a wheelchair
H3. Non-physical: those with a non-physical disability, ie. mental or sensory disability
Counters
Each swimmer must provide their own counter who can act as timekeeper and starter. Each counter must be a responsible person. This can also be done by a “smart watch” which can count lengths but please remember to set the pool length correctly in the device.
Entry For More Than One Event
This is quite acceptable, provided 2 entries are completed and two entry fees are paid.
Closing Date
All entries must be made online no later than 1st April.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time Delay
No medallions or souvenir badges will be forwarded until the adjudication is complete. Please do not expect to hear from us until Augustor September and again this will depend on the final closing date. Overseas results and souvenirs will be mailed via airmail.
Postal Swim Secretary
All online entries and must be accompanied by the appropriate entry fee.
Results will be posted as soon as possible after the closing date. Medals and badges will, likewise, be posted out to entrants at the earliest opportunity.
One Hour Swim Challenge Secretary 2022: Caroline Lewis
A bulk entry form for 15 or more swimmers is available by emailing the swim secretary at bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com and requesting either an individual or team entry form. You will then complete the form in EXCL and upload it back to use with your payment and club details using the bulk entry button above.
PLEASE NOTE to use this you must keep the format of the provided form in exactly the same way as you get it. Any alterations – including pretty colours or fancy text will void the form. This is because it has to be added to the online generated forms for our results to be compiled. Any void forms will just be deleted and you will have to re submit.
YOU MUST CONTACT bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com for instructions and the form regarding the bulk form entry.
bldsaonehourchallenge@gmail.com
Time
January 1 (Saturday) 12:00 am - April 1 (Friday) 12:00 pm
may
BLDSA Wykeham Lake Championships (Nr. Scarborough) NIGHT SWIM
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Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough)
- Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Event Details
The 19th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Swimmers will be escorted around a marked course by their individual kayakers with buoys lit for navigation. The 2022 NIGHT events include the following: 5 km, 3 km 1
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The 19th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
Swimmers will be escorted around a marked course by their individual kayakers with buoys lit for navigation.
The 2022 NIGHT events include the following:
5 km, 3 km 1 km- Traditional Costume/trunks
or
5 km, 3 km 1 km- Non traditional Costume or Wetsuit
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Wykeham (night swim)This is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY
PLEASE NOTE: DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED
For more information contact:
Ms Erin Hope
e-mail: erinx1xhope@outlook.com
Swim prerequisites
Swimmers are required to wear 2 LED adventure lights attached to them for this night swim. These can be purchased from the BLDSA shop for £9 each. All swimmers need to be accompanied by experienced kayaker. The swim organiser will endeavour to provide kayak support for you where needed and for this reason the swimmers may start at a different times depending on numbers. Swim places depend on available kayak support, which will be allocated on first come first serve basis. To ensure a place please try to provide your own competent kayaker.
Time
28 (Saturday) 8:00 pm - 29 (Sunday) 11:50 pm
Location
Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough)
Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Organizer
Erin Hope erinx1xhope@outlook.com
BLDSA Wykeham Lake Championships (Nr. Scarborough)
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Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough)
- Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Event Details
The 20th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Wykeham Lake is on the A170 Scarborough to Pickering Road. It is on the left if coming from Scarborough, just after West Ayton and on the right
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The 20th WYKEHAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
Wykeham Lake is on the A170 Scarborough to Pickering Road. It is on the left if coming from Scarborough, just after West Ayton and on the right if coming from Pickering. The Lake is sign posted Wykeham Lake / Charm Park and is opposite Hutton Buscel.
The 2022 events include the following:
8 km – Junior & Senior, Open – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit
5 km – Junior & Senior, Open- Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit
3 km – Junior & Senior, Open – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit
1 km – Open, Seniors & Juniors – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit
Triple – 8 km, 5km and then 1km – Junior & Senior, Open – Traditional Costume/trunks or Non traditional costume or wetsuit
Register here;
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Member Day EventsThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY Wykeham Open Events Non MembersThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
PLEASE NOTE: DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED
For more information contact:
Ms Erin Hope
e-mail: erinx1xhope@outlook.com
Time
(Sunday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Wykeham Lake (Nr. Scarborough)
Long Causeway Road Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9QU United Kingdom
Organizer
Erin Hope erinx1xhope@outlook.com
june
BLDSA Champion of Champions (South) Dover Harbour
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Port of Dover
- Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover, Kent CT17 9BU
Event Details
Overview One of our toughest swims on the calendar, but not for the total distance (9 miles). You will swim each of the three events (Non-wetsuit only), but with an interval
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Overview
One of our toughest swims on the calendar, but not for the total distance (9 miles). You will swim each of the three events (Non-wetsuit only), but with an interval between each swim and the challenge is not getting too cold swim to swim and being able to complete the 3 events.
Entries Open 1st November 2021
The Event
The senior Champion of Champions events will consist of three swims – over 10 laps, 6 laps and 2 laps of a designated course in Dover Harbour. Each lap will be 1/2 mile – the course being set using GPS. All competitors shall enter all 3 events.
To complete the full Champion of Champions event, competitors must complete all three swims and the Championship will be decided on the basis of the lowest aggregate times
In order for competitors to complete the full Champion of Champions event, they must complete each individual event before the designated time for the start of the next element
Water Temperature for this weekend of the year has averaged 14.3 degrees Celsius over the last 10 years. The event has taken place in lower temperatures (12 degrees in 2013) so make sure you are prepared. Come with a buddy for support, make sure you have lots of hot drinks plus nourishment you can access between swims. A small tent is advisable to keep you away from the elements between swims.
Age Categories
Seniors & Juniors
- Only open to BLDSA members and this is a NON-WETSUIT event.
- All three events = £100 Seniors, £20 Juniors
- Juniors MUST have a Parent or Guardian present AT ALL TIMES during the events.
Registration
Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site at ‘Swimmers Beach’ (on the beach opposite Cinque Ports Yacht Club) from 8am.
Briefing
Please Note, attendance of the briefing is mandatory – failure to attend this will void your entry. This will be held on the beach.
5mile swim @ 8.45am
3mile swim @ 1:15pm
1mile swim @ 4:15pm
Start
5 mile swim – 9:15am
3 mile swim – 1:30pm
1 mile swim – 4:30pm
(Note that times will be subject to change)
Course
Will be around 3 buoys spaced out in approximately a triangle which will be set within the broader designated swimming area of Dover Harbour. This is clearly marked out by yellow buoys. Swimmers must pass outside each of the buoys on each circuit in a clockwise direction. Each time a swimmer passes the start point at the completion of each lap, they must clearly give his/her number to the Lap Recorders who will be in the lap counting boat. The start, finish and more details of the course will be outlined at the briefing.
Time limits
BE AWARE there will be VERY STRICT time limits as follows – this is to protect YOUR safety and to ensure the smooth running of the swim:
5 mile swim – 4 hours, 3 mile swim – 2 1/2 hours, 1 mile swim – 50 mins (The slowest finisher easily completed within these time frames in recent years)
Non UK Residents
Non UK Residents must provide evidence of membership of their governing body or individual insurance for Open Water Swimming.
Location
Swimmers Beach (where the Channel Swimmers usually train) on the beach opposite from the Cinque Ports Yacht Club on the Esplanade
You will need to ‘Pay and Display’ about £8.00 all day on the sea front. Other car parks are available near by. Most sea front hotels offer free parking. More details on Parking are available at Dover Council website.
Emergency Safety Cover
Safety cover will be provided by ca. 8-10 canoeist lifeguards, and by the BLDSA rescue boats. Given the difficulty in ensuring sufficient canoe cover, swimmers are encouraged to bring their own canoeists if possible.
Presentations
The presentation will take place on the beach at approximately 6:00pm.
Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the full Champion of Champions event.
Certificates will also be presented to all competitors finishing individual races.
General Information
The Championship will be held in the recreational area of the harbour. Nevertheless, it will be a very demanding swim and the following points should be taken into account before entering:
* The swim is early in the season and water temperatures can often still be cold. In 2013 the temperature was 12 degrees Celsius and in 2014 the temperature was 15 degrees Celsius. The average over the last 10 years during this weekend in Dover is 14.3 degrees. Do not fool yourself by training in 20+ degree conditions thinking that will be the same!
* The harbour is the largest man made harbour in the UK and can be influenced by wind and swell out side the protective breakwaters.
* The harbour is also subject to tidal flow (The swim course is in a low flow area and parallel to the swim).
Serious training is needed before attempting an open water of this magnitude, nevertheless all the above will add to the enjoyment of the swim and I encourage you to enter.
All persons are advised to report any incidents, including near misses, to a nominated person who shall be named at the championship briefing meeting.
The BLDSA has in place Anti-Bullying and Child/ Vulnerable Adult Safeguarding Policies. Copies of which may be obtained from the BLDSA Safeguarding Officer.
Any person associated with the swim is expected to pay any car park charges that may be due from the parking of their vehicle.
Accommodation
Try the nearest Premier Inn on the Esplanade or go to www.booking.com
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Port of Dover
Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover, Kent CT17 9BU
Organizer
Leslie du Canecofcswim@bldsa.org.uk cofcswim@bldsa.org.uk
july
Event Details
SWIM INFORMATION Age Categories Junior & Senior Race Categories There are 2 categories Championship events for swimmers in traditional swimming costumes/ trucks (must not
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SWIM INFORMATION
Age Categories Junior & Senior
Race Categories There are 2 categories
- Championship events for swimmers in traditional swimming costumes/ trucks (must not extend beyond the end of the shoulder onto the upper arm and lower than the crotch onto the upper leg) – i.e. No wetsuits or body suites.
- Swimmers in non-traditional swim wear and wetsuits
1 km Event and 3 km Championship
Registration 9:00am – Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site.
Briefing 9.30am on the stone jetty at the lake café car park
Start 10.00am from the stone jetty at the lake café car park
Course
The start and finish will be from an imaginary line between a buoy and the end of the stone jetty at the lake café car park. A triangular course will be formed from the jetty, up the lake, round a first buoy across to a second buoy and return to the jetty. Swimmers will complete one lap for 1km and 3 laps for 3 km.
Conditions of Entry
- This swim is open to both members and non-members of the BLDSA.
- Caps – Breaststroke swimmers must wear a PINK swimming cap. Novice swimmers may wear yellow to alert safety crews to pay extra attention to them. All other swimmers can wear any other colour swimming cap except pink or white. Note – only one cap may be worn which have no insulating properties.
Time limit
There will be a time limit of 1.5 hours for the 1km and 2.5 hours for the 3km swim – this limit will be rigidly enforced.
Presentations
The presentation for the 1km Championships, will take place, next to the Stone Jetty as soon as possible after the swim (around 13:15 pm).
6 Mile – Two Way Championship
Registration 11.45am – Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site.
Briefing 12.00am on the stone jetty at the lake café car park
Start 1:00pm from the stone jetty at the lake café car park
Course
The swim will consist of two lengths of Bala Lake, starting and finishing across an imaginary line from the end of the stone jetty at the lake café car park. The route to be taken will be from headland to headland. Swimmers must give their number to the Turning Judge as they round the turning boat at the far end of the lake.
Conditions of Entry
- For this swim all swimmers must provide their own safety cover, which shall be either a canoe and canoeist or rowing boat and boat crew. No swimmers will be allowed to participate in this event if they have not provided their own support. NO INFLATABLE KAYAKS ALLOWED
- All support craft are to fly a Flag Alpha while escorting their swimmer, failure to do so will result in disqualification.
- Caps – Breaststroke swimmers must wear a PINK swimming cap. Novice swimmers may wear yellow to alert safety crews to pay extra attention to them. All other swimmers can wear any other colour swimming cap except pink or white. Note – only one cap may be worn which have no insulating properties.
Time limit
There will be a time limit of 5.5 hours on this swim – this limit will be rigidly enforced. However, if you feel that you wish to swim and have worries that you might be just outside this finish time, then by agreement with the swim secretary, there may be a possibility that you can start your swim up to half an hour earlier.
Presentations
The presentation for the 6 mile Championships, will take place, next to the Stone Jetty at 6:30 pm. Or as soon as reasonably possible as the last swimmer finishes if this a much earlier
Contact:
Philip Yorke
50 Heathfield,
Mirfield, W Yorks, WF14 9BL.
e-mail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
On the day entry for 3km and 1k events. Payment in cash only.
Entries Open 1st November 2021
1 km Member EventThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY 3 kmThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY 6 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY
NON Member Bala 6 Mile EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY Bala Open 1k & 3KThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Organizer
Philip Yorkeemail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
3jul11:00 pmBLDSA Bala (North Wales)3 miles Junior/Senior/Open Freestyle/Breaststroke.
Event Details
3 Mile - One Way Championship (Junior and Senior) Registration 11.15am - Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site. Briefing
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3 Mile – One Way Championship (Junior and Senior)
Registration 11.15am – Report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at the Start site.
Briefing 11.45am on the Public Beach at Llangower
Start 12.30 noon from the Public Beach at Llangower
Course
The swim will consist of one lengths of Bala Lake, starting from an imaginary line from the end of the stone jetty. Swimmers will swim across the lake to a large orange BLDSA buoy which they will turn around clockwise, on the right shoulder. Swimmers will then continue headland to headland along the side of the lake until they reach the stone jetty. Swimmers will finish by touching the jetty and calling out their number.
Conditions of Entry
- For this swim all swimmers must provide their own safety cover, which shall be either a canoe and canoeist or rowing boat and boat crew. No swimmers will be allowed to participate in this event if they have not provided their own support. NO INFLATABLE KAYAKS ALLOWED
- All support craft are to fly a Flag Alpha while escorting their swimmer, failure to do so will result in disqualification.
- Caps – Breaststroke swimmers must wear a PINK swimming cap. Novice swimmers may wear yellow to alert safety crews to pay extra attention to them. All other swimmers can wear any other colour swimming cap except pink or white. Note – only one cap may be worn which have no insulating properties.
Time limit
There will be a time limit of 3.5hours on this swim – this limit will be rigidly enforced. However, if you feel that you wish to swim and have worries that you might be just outside this finish time, then by agreement with the swim secretary, there may be a possibility that you can start your swim up to half an hour earlier.
Presentations
The presentation for the 3 mile Championships, will take place at the finish end of the lake, next to the pontoon as soon as possible after the swim (around 3:00pm).
Contact:
Philip Yorke
50 Heathfield,
Mirfield, W Yorks, WF14 9BL.
e-mail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker must be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
** PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY **
3 miles SundayThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLYNON Member Bala 3 Mile EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 pm
Organizer
Philip Yorkeemail: balaswim@bldsa.org.uk
9jul10:00 amBLDSA Torbay8 miles Senior, 4 Miles Veterans. Freestyle/Breaststroke.
Event Details
https://youtu.be/Z6QgttsGUGk If supplying your own canoeist they must be experienced in sea conditions. The BLDSA Torbay Championship takes place across a large, semi-circular bay on the south coast of Devon, famous for
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If supplying your own canoeist they must be experienced in sea conditions.
The BLDSA Torbay Championship takes place across a large, semi-circular bay on the south coast of Devon, famous for its beautiful long sandy beaches, stunning views, red sandstone cliffs and crystal clear waters. The 8 mile starts from Meadfoot beach in Torquay across to the turnaround point at Fishcombe Cove near Brixham. It’s recognised as one of the toughest swims on the BLDSA calendar and a history dating back to the 1950s and still has records that stand from the 1980s, where Karen Toole set a record time of 2 hours 42 minutes (1983) and Lyndon Dunsbee in 2 hours 40 minutes (1986). The event remains only one of two sea swims that the association runs annually.
Once the swim is entered if the swimmer cancels their entry they only receive a 50% refund up to 30 days before the date of the swim. If they cancel their entry within 30 days of the date of the swim window no refund is available.
Swim Secretary: Steve Price – info@torbayswim.co.uk
This event is NON-WETSUIT only.
Register
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Register NON Member Torbay RegistrationThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Swimmers must be experienced in sea swimming conditions similar to those defined below:
- Regular sea/lake swim training – at least a few hours per week in temperatures between 12 and 16 degrees C.
- Ideally the swimmer should have completed a 2-3 hour swim in the temperature range cited above.
- Swimmers must have a swim time for a mile of no more than 45 minutes. This swim can have a strong pull from the tide which could take you out from the bay.
- The swimmer in addition to meeting criteria 1-3, must also have done these without a wetsuit and under BLDSA swim wear rules.
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, this can either be provided by us for a fee or you can bring your own. If you decide to bring your own, they must be experienced in rough sea conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
The Route
The swim starts from Meadfoot Beach in Torquay across to Fishcombe Bay and then heads back to Meadfoot. Having a good kayaker for this swim is essential since the swimmer can’t navigate and the kayaker can see how the currents are pulling the swimmer.
Accomodation
For those looking for relatively cheap accommodation, there are two Premier Inns in the area;
- Torquay Sea Front – Seafront, Belgrave Road, Torquay, TQ2 5HE, United Kingdom
- Goodrington Sea Front – Tanners Rd, Paignton, TQ4 6LP, United Kingdom
Other recommendations for hotels and bed & breakfasts can be found on the local tourist site – https://www.englishriviera.co.uk/accommodation
Weather and Conditions
In general, the bay is quite well protected from strong winds – but the race is still very weather dependent. In lead up to the event, the swim secretary, safety officer and race controller will keep a vigilant eye on the forecasts. Usually we use a combination of the following to judge what the conditions may be like; (1) Advice from the coastguard and harbour master in Torbay (2) the met office Inshore Forecast, (3) BBC Weather, (4) Wind Guru and (5) The main shipping forecast. We also have a wealth of experience of the conditions in Torbay from Paignton Sailing Club who help with our safety boat support and have really in depth knowledge of the bay. Our kayakers that we supply are locals too, highly skilled in dealing with tricky sea conditions. With this combination, we’re able to make a well informed decision on whether the race is safe to go ahead, what sort of conditions you as swimmers are likely to face and give you tips on dealing with those too before the start.
if you’re unsure on anything – please just ask us, we’re here to help!
Blogs on BLDSA Torbay
Each year we have swimmers that write about their experience of Torbay, we’ve listed a few below so you see what it’s really like to swim in one of the most stunning events on the BLDSA calendar;
Helen Beveridge – https://outdoorswimmer.com/blogs/the-bldsa-8-mile-torbay-swim-2014
Mark Sheridan – http://reminiscencesofalongdistanceswimmer.blogspot.de/2012/07/bldsa-torbay-2012.html
Rebecca Hollingsworth – https://intotheocean.wordpress.com/2017/07/02/swimming-the-english-riviera/
Swimmer videos
Chris Astill-Smith – BLDSA Torbay 2017;
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am
23jul11:00 amBLDSA Coniston5.25 miles. Freestyle/Breaststroke.
Event Details
Coniston Water is a beautiful body of water set in the stunning scenery of the fells where you can join this popular event. Test yourself to swim the 5.25 miles
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Coniston Water is a beautiful body of water set in the stunning scenery of the fells where you can join this popular event. Test yourself to swim the 5.25 miles in the sweet tasting clear water that was so loved by Arthur Ransome and his children of ‘Swallows and Amazons’.
Registration
5.25 miles membersThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Coniston 5.25 mile eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Any entrant whose entry has been accepted but who is unable to attend shall have their entry fee, less an administrative fee of 50%, refunded provided the Swim Secretary receives a notice of withdrawal not less than Thirty (30) clear days before the date of the Championship.
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event. You will need to arrange your own kayak and crew. However, we may be able to provide a small number of kayakers for an additional fee.
The event
The course goes from Water Park at the southern end of Coniston Water and you swim until you run out of water, finishing at Monk Coniston at the northern end of the lake.
Please note that we are not allowed to park at Water Park – but you can drop off kayaks in advance. You WILL have time to organise all of the logistical requirements, so all swimmers and kayakers MUST attend the briefing.
This swim is open to all but priority will be given to BLDSA members. Non traditional swimming costumes including wetsuits are allowed.
A presentation of certificates will be held on the beach as soon as possible after the last swimmer has finished.
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For more information please contact:
Michelle Hardy
Email: swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am
Location
Coniston Water
Lake Rd, Coniston LA21 8AN, United Kingdom
Organizer
Michelle HardyConiston events swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
24jul11:00 amBLDSA Coniston Short Course3.85 miles, Freestyle/Breaststroke.
Event Details
Overview A beautiful swim in a beautiful body of water. The short course swim starts near the Brown Howe car park and you swim down to finish on the beach just
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Overview
A beautiful swim in a beautiful body of water. The short course swim starts near the Brown Howe car park and you swim down to finish on the beach just before the Bluebird Café. This shorter course is designed to give all swimmers the opportunity to swim in Coniston. Presentation of certificates will take place on the beach once all the swimmers have finished.
If you would like to have a weekend of swimming, you can also enter to swim the full length of the lake (5.25m) on the previous day.
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event. You will need to arrange your own kayak and crew. However, we may be able to provide a small number of kayakers for an additional fee.
Register
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Coniston Short Course 3.85 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member Coniston 3.85 mile eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Any entrant whose entry has been accepted but who is unable to attend shall have their entry fee, less an administrative fee of 50%, refunded provided the Swim Secretary receives a notice of withdrawal not less than Thirty (30) clear days before the date of the Championship.
Prerequisites: You must be over 45 on the day of the swim to enter as a Vet.
The Event
The course goes from Brown Howe down to the beach just in front of the Bluebird Café, for a 3.85m swim.
The swimmers will start in waves to allow swimmers to finish as close to each other as possible.
This swim is open to all but priority will be given to BLDSA members. Non traditional swimming costumes including wetsuits are allowed.
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For more information for 2022 please contact:
Michelle Hardy
Email: swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
Time
(Sunday) 11:00 am
Location
Coniston Water
Lake Rd, Coniston LA21 8AN, United Kingdom
Organizer
Michelle HardyConiston events swimmermichelle8@gmail.com
30jul11:45 amPier2Pier Sea Swim - Isle of Wight2 miles tidal assisted.
Event Details
Iconic Isle of Wight Pier2Pier Sea Swim Event Confirmed. The IOW Marlins Masters Swim Club are pleased to announce that
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Iconic Isle of Wight Pier2Pier Sea Swim Event Confirmed.
The IOW Marlins Masters Swim Club are pleased to announce that the 70th Pier2Pier Sea Swim Isle of Wight event will take place on Saturday 30th July 2022, starting at 12.00 mid-day alongside Sandown Pier.
Sadly the 2021 event had to be cancelled due to the adverse weather (or high winds causing large waves), and so the organisers held over the entries to the 2022 event. This year there will be 150 swimmers taking part – 50 are IOW-based swimmers, with 100 coming over to the Island from the mainland.
The swimmers enter the sea from the beach alongside the Sandown Pier, and then swim across the 1.8 miles of the Bay to finish on the beach outside the Shanklin/Sandown Rowing Club. Whilst the results are processed the Rowing Club members supply everyone with well-earned refreshments.
To ensure the safety of the swimmers the crews of the Sandown/Shanklin and the Ryde Inshore Independent Lifeboats, and members of the Shanklin Deep Sea Fishing Club provide powered craft.
The first line of safety is supplied by kayakers, supervised by the Isle of Wight Kayak Club. The organisers are requesting anyone who is a kayaker or canoeist or paddle boarder and can assist to contact Adrian.brown6@talktalk.net with their details. Please help us to keep this iconic event going by supporting us if you can.
Support for the event has been received from Godshill Model Village, Wight Crystal Water, Tesco Extra Ryde, and also Wightlink and Red Funnel, and we thank them for this. We are also grateful to Hovertravel and the many island hotels and B&B’s who have carried over last year’s bookings for the visitor entries.
Bob Cooper, Event Referee and Safety Officer said, “After the disappointment of last year’s cancellation it was pleasing that so many of the entrants were happy to hold over to this year. The Marlins members have also been delighted to see this year’s event be the biggest ever in it’s 70 year history.
It has been pleasing to work in co-operation with RESULTSBASE.COM who are providing the technology to enable improved swimmer registration and timekeeping processes.”
For further details contact Bob Cooper 07846438909.
Thank you for your support.
Time
(Saturday) 11:45 am
august
6aug - 7aug 62:00 pmaug 7BLDSA 2 Way Windermere21 miles (Overnight) Senior
Event Details
This information is likely to change due to a new swim organiser. We are waiting responses from various lake district officials to finalise details. Please keep checking back on this
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This information is likely to change due to a new swim organiser. We are waiting responses from various lake district officials to finalise details. Please keep checking back on this page and our facebook notifications.
Registration
2pm for 4.15pm starters
5pm for 7pm starters
Briefing time
3.45pm for 4.15pm starters
6.30pm for 7pm starters
Start time
4.15pm or 7pm
The boats will be available for preparation from 3pm onwards at Fell Foot Park near the café area.
Car Parking – at Fell Foot Park
Swimmers & Crew further information
The course is a straight line course from Fell Foot Park to Waterhead/Ambleside and back.
The finish is to cross the line in line with Jetty at Fell Foot Park, marked by a buoy in the water.
The turn is at Waterhead going through a line of buoys next to the jetty, swimming between the buoys and jetty and giving your number. Your crew are to stay outside this area, you will be guided towards a small boat which is lit up, please go around behind the boat anti clockwise.
At the turnaround point you may be asked questions to ensure we are happy that you are fit to return back to Fell Foot Park.
There are kayaks in the water at this point to guide you past the small lit up boat.
Your crew at this point may want to take a toilet stop, please let the turn safety staff know.
There is also a first aid point here.
Presentation location to be changed to the café at Fell Foot Park, to be between 12/1pm (to be advised)
Contact Swim Secretary: Stephen O’Brien
Tel: TBA
email: stephen-obrien@sky.com
Entries open awaiting information from swim sec 2021
Time
6 (Saturday) 2:00 pm - 7 (Sunday) 1:00 pm
Location
Windermere
Lake District National Park Cumbria UK
Organizer
Stephen O'Brienstephen-obrien@sky.com
13aug - 14aug 137:00 amaug 14BLDSA NORTH LAKES CHALLENGE7 Miles and 5 Miles Freestyle/Breaststroke.
Event Details
ULLSWATER Saturday August 13th 2022 DERWENTWATER Sunday August 14th 2022 EVENT OVERVIEW Why not make a weekend of it by entering the North Lakes Challenge and participating in both
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Event Details
ULLSWATER Saturday August 13th 2022
DERWENTWATER Sunday August 14th 2022
EVENT OVERVIEW
Why not make a weekend of it by entering the North Lakes Challenge and participating in both the Ullswater swim on the Saturday and the Derwentwater on the Sunday (5 mile event only). This can be completed as a solo swimmer or as a duo swapping role of swimmer and paddler on the second day. Additional certificates will be awarded for completion of this challenge.
Ullswater is the second longest body of water in the Lake District, at 7 miles long Ullswater is often deemed the most beautiful. The ribbon lake nestles within the foothills of the Helvellyn and High Street ranges, leading to chillier temperatures and bumpier waters as the wind channels down the valley.
With this in mind, Ullswater can be considered one of the toughest Lake District swims, with stunning views along the entire length of the course.
THE EVENT
The swim of 7 miles begin at the southern end of the body of water at Glenridding pier and concludes close to the source of the River Eamont and Lakeland boat hire, in Pooley Bridge. Advice regarding parking will be issued following entry to the event.
You will need to make your own arrangements for picking up vehicles left at the start of the swim in Glenridding.
Swimmers must provide their own Kayak and paddler for support on the water. See Boat Crews requirements on the BLDSA website.
Water Temperatures: Ullswater is a considered one of the chillier swims usually sitting below 16˚c.
Presentation: After the swim, join us in celebrating by friendly presentation in a local cosy pub in Pooley Bridge. Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the event alongside keepsakes to the winners of the Ladies and Gents Championship and winners of the boys and girls Junior Championship.
ENTRY CATEGORIES
Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and be non-wetsuit; veterans/ seniors & juniors
Juniors MUST have a Parent or Guardian present AT ALL TIMES during the events.
There will be a number of spaces allocated to a wetsuit category. All event rules will remain the same, other than swim wear and competing in a separate wetsuit class.
All swimmers must provide their own kayak and paddler support in the water.
REGISTRATION
Both swimmer and kayaker report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at Glenridding Steamer Car Park from 7.45am
BRIEFING
Please Note, attendance to the briefing is mandatory for both the swimmer and kayaker – failure to attend this will void your entry.
START
1st Wave @ 8.30am
2nd Wave @ 9.30am
(Note that times may be subject to change)
FINISH Pooley Bridge near the boat hire
Cut off time 6 hours
ACCOMODATION
There is a wide variety of accommodation to choose from should you wish to stay in this stunning location, from campsites to welcoming B&B’s. A simple google search will pull up a number of options.
Annie Stafford
Swim Secretary
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
DERWENTWATER, Sunday August 14th 2022
EVENT OVERVIEW:
Derwentwater nestles under Cat Bells with Borrowdale at the southern end. The river Derwent comes into the water here adding a refreshing surprise during the longer triangular swim of 5 miles.
The start for the 5 mile swim, is from the Keswick Launch piers, to the south end of the body of water then east towards Kettlewell beach and back to the piers.
The EVENTS:
Swimmers for both events need to provide their own Kayak and paddler.
Briefing for both swims is on the beach by the Launch piers near the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. There is ample parking.
Presentations will be held on the beach after the last swimmers have completed.
Swim Secretary
Annie Stafford
Tel 01257 268946
Mob 07768132622
ENTRY CATEGORIES:
Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and is for non-wetsuit swimmers in traditional costumes.
5.00 mile triangular swim seniors / veterans and juniors.
Juniors must have a parent or guardian present at all times during the events.
There will be open category places for both swims, where wetsuits or non-traditional costumes are allowed. If you are a BLDSA member prices are the same.
REGISTRATION:
8.30 am at Keswick Launch Piers.
Briefing for swim 9am. Kayakers must register and attend the briefing.
5.00 mile swim starts at 9.30am.
Finish at the beach near Keswick Launch piers.
Cut off times 5.5 hours.
Accommodation:
There are campsites, a YHA and B&Bs in Keswick.
Annie Stafford
Swim Secretary
EVENT ENTRY
PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
Entries Open 1st November 2022
BLDSA Member North Lakes Challenge EntryThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member North Lakes Challenge EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
Time
13 (Saturday) 7:00 am - 14 (Sunday) 4:00 pm
Organizer
Annie Staffordtel: 01257268946 Email: annegstafford@googlemail.com
13aug7:45 amBLDSA Ullswater7 Mile Senior Freestyle/Breaststroke
Event Details
ULLSWATER Saturday August 13th 2022 EVENT OVERVIEW As the second longest lake in the Lake District, at 7 miles long Ullswater is often deemed the most beautiful. The ribbon lake
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Event Details
ULLSWATER Saturday August 13th 2022
EVENT OVERVIEW
As the second longest lake in the Lake District, at 7 miles long Ullswater is often deemed the most beautiful. The ribbon lake nestles within the foothills of the Helvellyn and High Street ranges, leading to chillier temperatures and bumpier waters as the wind channels down the valley.
With this in mind, Ullswater can be considered one of the toughest Lake District swims, with stunning views along the entire length of the course.
Why not make a weekend of it by entering the North Lakes Challenge and participating in both the Ullswater swim on the Saturday and the Derwentwater on the Sunday (5 mile event only). This can be completed as a solo swimmer or as a duo swapping role of swimmer and paddler on the second day. Additional certificates will be awarded for completion of this challenge.
THE EVENT
The swim of 7 miles begin at the southern end of the lake at Glenridding pier and concludes close to the source of the River Eamont and Lakeland boat hire, in Pooley Bridge. Advice regarding parking will be issued following entry to the event.
You will need to make your own arrangements for picking up vehicles left at the start of the swim in Glenridding.
Swimmers must provide their own Kayak and paddler for support on the water. See Boat Crews requirements on the BLDSA website.
Water Temperatures: Ullswater is a considered one of the chillier swims usually sitting below 16˚c.
Presentation: After the swim, join us in celebrating by friendly presentation in a local cosy pub in Pooley Bridge. Certificates will be awarded to all swimmers completing the event alongside keepsakes to the winners of the Ladies and Gents Championship and winners of the boys and girls Junior Championship.
Swim Secretary: Debbie Taylor
email: debbie.taylor007@yahoo.com
Mob:07967720798
ENTRY CATEGORIES
Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and be non-wetsuit; veterans/ seniors £80 and juniors £20
Juniors MUST have a Parent or Guardian present AT ALL TIMES during the events.
There will be a number of spaces allocated to a wetsuit category. All event rules will remain the same, other than swim wear and competing in a separate wetsuit class. This is offered at a price of veterans/ seniors £130 and juniors £30 if not BLDSA members, BLDSA members will pay standard BLDSA rates.
All swimmers must provide their own kayak and paddler boat support in the water.
REGISTRATION
Both swimmer and kayaker report to the Swim Secretary upon arrival at Glenridding Steamer Car Park from 7.45am
BRIEFING
Please Note, attendance to the briefing is mandatory for both the swimmer and kayaker – failure to attend this will void your entry.
1st Wave, slower swimmers @ 8.00am
2nd Wave @ 9.00am
START
1st Wave @ 8.30am
2nd Wave @ 9.30am
(Note that times may be subject to change)
FINISH Pooley Bridge near the boat hire
Cut off time 6 hours
ACCOMODATION
There is a wide variety of accommodation to choose from should you wish to stay in this stunning location, from campsites to welcoming B&B’s. A simple google search will pull up a number of options.
Debbie Taylor
Swim Secretary
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
Registration
PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Ullswater Member EventThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY Ullswater OPEN eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Time
(Saturday) 7:45 am
Location
Ullswater 'Steamers'
The Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria CA11 0US
Organizer
Debbie TaylorTel: 07967720798 Email: debbie.taylor007@yahoo.com
14aug8:00 amBLDSA Derwentwater2 miles, 5 miles Junior/Senior. Freestyle/Breaststroke.
Event Details
DERWENTWATER, Sunday August 14th 2022 EVENT OVERVIEW: Derwentwater nestles under Cat Bells with Borrowdale at the southern end. The river Derwent comes into the water here adding a refreshing surprise during the
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Event Details
DERWENTWATER, Sunday August 14th 2022
EVENT OVERVIEW:
Derwentwater nestles under Cat Bells with Borrowdale at the southern end. The river Derwent comes into the water here adding a refreshing surprise during the longer triangular swim of 5 miles.
The start for the 5 mile swim, is from the Keswick Launch piers, to the south end of the Lake then east towards Kettlewell beach and back to the piers.
A second, 2 mile swim, sets off a little later from Kettlewell Beach on the eastern shore, with both swims finishing back at the piers together.
For those also swimming Ullswater the day before and entering the longer Derwentwater swim, there is a price reduction and an extra Northern Lakes Challenge Certificate.
Some duos swap, swimming one lake and paddling for the other.
The EVENTS:
Swimmers for both events need to provide their own Kayak and paddler.
Briefing for both swims is on the beach by the Launch piers near the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. There is ample parking.
Presentations will be held on the beach after the last swimmers have completed.
Swim Secretary
Annie Stafford
Tel 01257 268946
Mob 07768132622
ENTRY CATEGORIES:
Championship entry will require BLDSA membership and is for non-wetsuit swimmers in traditional costumes.
5 mile triangular swim seniors and veterans £60, Juniors £10.
2 mile swim senior and veterans £40. Juniors £10.
Juniors must have a parent or guardian present at all times during the events.
There will be open category places for both swims, where wetsuits or non-traditional costumes are allowed. If you are a BLDSA member prices are the same.
For non-members 5 mile seniors and veterans £110 juniors £20.
For non-members 2 mile seniors and veterans £90, juniors £20.
REGISTRATION:
for both swims 8.30 am at Keswick Launch Piers.
Briefing for both swims 9am. Kayakers must register and attend the briefing.
5 mile swim starts at 9.30am.
2 mile swim starts 10.30am at Kettlewell Beach National Trust car park. (NOT AVAILABLE IN 2021)
Both swims finish at the beach near Keswick Launch piers.
Cut off times 5.5 hours and 2.5 hours.
Accommodation:
There are campsites, a YHA and B&Bs in Keswick.
Annie Stafford
Swim Secretary
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, the kayaker should be experienced in rough waters and head wind conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
Registration
PLEASE TAKE NOTE ON-LINE ENTRIES ONLY
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Time
(Sunday) 8:00 am
Location
Derwentwater
Lake Road, Keswick CA12 5DJ, United Kingdom
Organizer
Annie Staffordtel: 01257268946 Email: annegstafford@googlemail.com
september
10sep9:00 amBLDSA St. Mary's Loch3.25 miles, 6.5 miles and 1km events.
Event Details
This is a challenging swim in a remote area on the Scottish Borders. There are 1km, 3.25 miles and 6.5 mile events, the longer 2 needing a personal escort boat
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Event Details
This is a challenging swim in a remote area on the Scottish Borders. There are 1km, 3.25 miles and 6.5 mile events, the longer 2 needing a personal escort boat or kayak, provided by the swimmer. In return for your efforts you are treated to unrivalled scenery, refreshment and excellent company. The swim starts and finishes on the Tibbie Sheils campsite, where camping and other accommodation is available.
Contact:
Mrs Janet Wilson
20 Padget Court,
Ben Rhydding Drive,
Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8AU
Tel: mobile number 07957 348328
email: janetwilson22@aol.com
Kayak Support
Swimmers must have a kayak escorting them for this event, you need to bring your own, they should be experienced in rough water conditions and ideally should have a BCU 2 star award.
Registration
Online
Entries Open 1st November 2021
1 km Member EventThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member St Marys 1K EntryThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY 3.25 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY
6.5 miles membersThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY NON Member St. Mary's eventThis is for NON MEMBERS ONLY
Info PDF, please read before entering
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
St. Mary's Loch
Scottish Borders
Organizer
Mrs Janet Wilson20 Padget Court, Ben Rhydding Drive, Ilkley West Yorkshire, LS29 8AU. Tel: mobile number 07957 348328. email: janetwilson22@aol.com
17sep8:00 amBLDSA Windermere10.5 miles Seniors / Juniors / Open
Event Details
Saturday 17th September 2022, 9:00am BLDSA Windermere 10.5 miles Seniors & Juniors – all strokes, non-wetsuit and wetsuit Windermere is the longest “Lake” in England
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Event Details
Entries Open 1st November 2021
Saturday 17th September 2022, 9:00am
BLDSA Windermere 10.5 miles Seniors & Juniors – all strokes, non-wetsuit and wetsuit
Windermere is the longest “Lake” in England with a rich history of people completing the swim. The swim starts at Fell Foot park and finishes at the top end of Windermere just after Ambleside Pier. At 10.5 miles it’s a challenging and iconic swim but you will be treated to beautiful scenery all the way up the body of water. We will be allowing wetsuit swimmers to swim along the traditional non-wetsuit swimmers. Only non-wetsuit BLDSA member swimmers will be eligible for the Championship however.
Non member and wetsuit places will be limited and will be issued on a first come basis, assuming all the pre requisite conditions are met.
Pre-requisites for the swim are having swam an open water swim over 5.5 miles in 3.5 hours. Your entry will only be fully accepted with proof of this swim. Entries will be considered prior to this being met, but this will have to be complete by the end of June 2021 for full acceptance.
All swimmers have to have a crew to take part in the swim. You can provide your own or the BLDSA can try and provide one for you numbers permitting
We would be delighted to welcome you to our evening meal and presentation after the swim, back at Fell Foot Activity Centre (same building as the registration in the morning). As per 2019, we have agreed with the National Trust to serve hot food (choices below) but places are limited to 35 people. If you’d like to join us for some hot food and the presentations, be quick to get your ticket! There will also be a selection of drinks available (alcohol and soft drinks) but these are not included in the price of your meal. The price of the meal will be £TBC and options are:
TBC
Categories:
Windermere Non-wetsuit providing own crew – £130
Windermere Non-wetsuit BLDSA providing Kayak & crew – £250
Windermere Wetsuit providing own crew – £130
Windermere Wetsuit BLDSA providing crew – £250
Juniors will be allowed to swim providing they can give proof of experience in events of this magnitude. See options for pricing from £20
Non member prices are as above +£60.00
Pre-requisites include an open water 5.5 mile swim in 3.5 hours.
Swim Secretary: Chris Malpass
Entries open 00:05 1st November 2021.Registration
Windermere 10.5 milesThis is for BLDSA MEMBERS ONLY Windermere Open (one way)This is for NON MEMBERS ONLY After Event MealNumber of limited places
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am
Location
Windermere
Lake District National Park Cumbria UK
Organizer
Chris Malpasscmalpass@hotmail.com
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