GONE FOR A SWIM

GONE FOR A SWIM Southend based private swimming lessons and open water coaching for all abilities.
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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… a few days of sunshine makes all the difference ☀️The past few days at the be...
27/04/2026

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… a few days of sunshine makes all the difference ☀️

The past few days at the beach have been incredible — longer, warmer days, catch-ups with friends, meeting new clients, and seeing new connections naturally come to life.

There’s something special about the sun, the sea, and the fresh air… add in a shared willingness to try something new, and it brings people together every time 🌊

And honestly? I’m here for all of it 🩵

✨ I’ve still got a few sessions available to book via my website — if you’ve been thinking about it, now’s your sign to join us!

https://goneforaswim.co.uk/book-online

🌊 Have you ever wanted to try sea swimming? 🏊This summer could be your moment.We’re running Sea Swimming Intro Sessions ...
19/04/2026

🌊 Have you ever wanted to try sea swimming? 🏊

This summer could be your moment.

We’re running Sea Swimming Intro Sessions designed for those new or novice to swimming in the sea — and the best part?

✨ April & May sessions are FREE, thanks to Active Thames.

👉 We’ve got just a few spaces left for next week’s session.

In these 90-minute sessions, you’ll learn:

✅ How to read tidal info
✅ When it’s safe (and not safe) to swim
✅ How weather impacts the water
✅ How to choose safe locations
✅ How to manage risks
✅ What kit you actually need

Each session includes:

💦 A fully supervised swim/dip
📘 Complimentary 2026 tide book
🍰 Post-swim cake

All sessions are led by experienced, qualified, and insured open water coaches, with lifeguard and first aid training — so you’ll feel safe and supported throughout.

📅 26th April @ 8:30am
📅 9th May @ 3:30pm

👇Book here
https://goneforaswim.co.uk/book-online

Or message us if you'd prefer a private session with friends 🤩

FREE sea-based sessions are BACK for year three! 🙌🌊And they’re officially OPEN for booking!I'm so excited to bring these...
12/04/2026

FREE sea-based sessions are BACK for year three! 🙌🌊

And they’re officially OPEN for booking!

I'm so excited to bring these sessions to you again as part of the Southend Active-On-Thames programme, fully funded by Active Thames 💙

Here’s what you can dive into:

🧘‍♀️ YogaSwim with Healing House By The Sea
🏊‍♀️ Intro to Sea Swimming
🛟 Child Beach & Sea Safety
💦 Mulberry Harbour Walk + Dip

⚠️ Spaces are LIMITED for each session – once they’re gone, they’re gone!

👉 Book your FREE spot here
https://goneforaswim.co.uk/book-online

Got questions? Just drop us a message 😊
See you at the beach! ⛱️😎

Drowning prevention and staying safe in and around water is something I care deeply about.It’s why I teach swimming.It’s...
09/04/2026

Drowning prevention and staying safe in and around water is something I care deeply about.

It’s why I teach swimming.
It’s why I promote safe habits.
It’s why I run sea safety sessions.
It’s why I volunteer with the RNLI.

Yesterday I joined fellow RNLI volunteers, staff, and other water safety professionals at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service for a Water Safety Summit.

We looked at what’s already being done to prevent water-related incidents and drowning, had honest conversations about what we can do better, and explored how we can reach more at-risk groups.

Most importantly, we shared ideas on how working together can help save more lives.

It was such an inspiring day—reminding me just how many people are working hard to make our waters safer.

There’s a huge amount of helpful information here:
https://rnli.org/safety⁠
https://rnli.org/youth-education⁠
https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/water

Schools, colleges, and community groups can also book free RNLI visits to learn about water safety.

Plus GONE FOR A SWIM will be running free open water intros and child sea safety sessions again this summer in Southend... booking opening soon. 🙌

Anyone can drown. Nobody should.

The first sunset YogaSwim session of the season is now open for booking! 🧘‍♀️🏊‍♀️🙏And this year I'm delighted to partner...
04/04/2026

The first sunset YogaSwim session of the season is now open for booking! 🧘‍♀️🏊‍♀️🙏

And this year I'm delighted to partner with friend and yoga teacher Louise from Healing House By The Sea (check out her page...she does amazing sessions). 🫶

🗓 Saturday 11th April
🕖 7pm
💰 £20pp

This 90 minute session includes:

🧘 45 minute guided yoga with Louise
🏊 Fully supervised sea dip
😋 Delicious post dip treats

Suitable for all levels of yogi and swimmer (aged 16+).

Praying for some perfect evening sunset vibes 🙏

https://goneforaswim.co.uk/book-online

It's the 1st of April! 🙌 The winter is behind us and I really love this time of year! 😍The days are longer....the sun sh...
01/04/2026

It's the 1st of April! 🙌 The winter is behind us and I really love this time of year! 😍

The days are longer....the sun shines more....and the sea starts to warm up a bit more (hopefully!). 🙏

So with the open water swimming season also starting it's time to head to the beach. 🏊‍♀️

The following sessions are coming very soon...and better still some will be FREE!!

💦 Intro to Sea Swimming
💦 YogaSwim
💦 Family Sea Safety
💦 Mulberry Harbour Walk & Dip
💦 Deep Water Confidence
💦 Float to Survive + Self Rescue

Booking links will be open this week so watch this space 👀

If you're interested in a particular session drop a comment below and I'll make sure you receive the booking link once live!

See you at the beach! 😎

What a difference the sunshine makes! ☀️Back in the sea (still freezing 🥶) but the sunshine afterwards makes it feel alm...
05/03/2026

What a difference the sunshine makes! ☀️

Back in the sea (still freezing 🥶) but the sunshine afterwards makes it feel almost like a good idea!

Winter hibernation and social media silence are over… I’m back!! 🙌🫶

Open water sessions coming soon....🌊

I've not been a lover of cold water for a few years now. 🥶But occasionally things align perfectly and it's hard to say n...
22/12/2025

I've not been a lover of cold water for a few years now. 🥶

But occasionally things align perfectly and it's hard to say no...

Sunshine 🌞 ✔️
Calm water 🏊‍♀️✔️
Mince pies 🎄✔️
Cake 😋✔️
Friends 💙✔️

Do I love it again? Hell no! But sometimes its worth getting frozen! 😍

Lessons are now finished for another year! A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing swimmers for another wonderful year! We l...
19/12/2025

Lessons are now finished for another year!

A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing swimmers for another wonderful year! We loved swapping goggles for glam at our festive afternoon tea today — proof that the GONE FOR A SWIM team scrub up nicely out of the water 😄💅🥂

And a massive thank you to my wonderful team. I couldn't run everything without you all. You're the best. 🥰

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. 🎄🎅🏊‍♀️

For anyone doing the RNLI Southend Lifeboat New Years Day dip....we'll see you there! 🏊‍♀️💙🥶

One Last Look at the Summer That Flew ByIt’s been a while since I’ve posted, and with the clocks going back this weekend...
24/10/2025

One Last Look at the Summer That Flew By

It’s been a while since I’ve posted, and with the clocks going back this weekend, it feels like the right time to pause and look back a bit.

This summer seems to have slipped by in a blur of salty water, early mornings, and some really special swims. I spent a lot of it away with SwimQuest Swimming Holidays, helping swimmers explore new places, build confidence, and find that simple joy of being out in open water. It was busy, brilliant, and full of good people and even better swims. 💦

But some of the best moments were right here at home — the YogaSwim sessions, those walks and dips out at the Mulberry Harbour, and the event training with swimmers pushing their limits. Those local swims are the heart of what I do, and they reminded me how lucky I am to have such a strong, supportive little community here. 💙

Now, as the water cools and the mornings get darker, I’m feeling grateful for all of it — the travel, the teaching, the laughter, and the (few) quiet moments in between.

Here’s to carrying a bit of that summer energy into autumn (and beyond). 🍂

A few memories below — before I pack the summer kit away for another season.

Thanks to everyone who shared the water with me this summer — near or far. It’s been a good one. Now, time to dig out the bobble hat and keep dipping through the chill (maybe!).

Where did your summer swims take you this year? Always love hearing what everyone’s been up to. 💬🌊

Address

Southend-on-Sea
SS25LX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+447968160055

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