Believe YOU can

and you are half way there

Hi there this is me. . .looking tired but ecstatic after swimming the full 11 miles of Lake Windermere in Sept 2023.
Usually you can find me swimming off the golden beaches of the South Hams, Devon. I am a qualified STA Open Water Swim Coach and have completed an Open Water Swim Safety Course.
I initially trained with Kerri-Anne Payne (Olympic Open Water Swimmer) to be an Open Water Coach which was a pleasure and joy to learn from her. Annually I continue my training with Stephan Vuckovic (Olympic Triathlete & Ironman medallist). I now regularly coach swimmers to improve their technique and confidence as well as speed and endurance for those taking on Triathlons, Swim Runs and Ironman events.
I came to love Open Water swimming after joining a friend training to swim round our local Burgh Island for charity. A 1 km swim which looked daunting with but once I got over the fear of seaweed, deep water and the odd Jellyfish I was hooked on Wild Swimming. Since 2014 each year I have trained for different challenging swims and my love for the ‘sport’ has grown so much I felt compelled to train as a coach so I can help others experience the wonders and benefits of wild swimming.
Living in South Devon I am very spoilt when it comes to wild swimming locations. The sea, estuaries and rivers are on my doorstep so there is always a swim to suit your mood (weather allowing).
I grew up here in the South Hams and have always loved the outdoors so trained as an Outdoor Education Teacher and worked in Wales for several years before returning home to run a toy and bike shop! I have been a member of the Hope Cove Coastguard team and have taught Coasteering, Canoeing and Surfing so I am happy in the water and have a wide breath of local knowledge.

Testimonials

Chris…”Julia is an absolutely superb sea swimming coach, who helped me progress from indoor pool to competing in The Burgh Island swim, for charity”

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Clouds like mountains
Water like warm silk
Wind cutting like a knife
Swimmer learning and improving like a dream

#openwaterswimminguk #openwaterswimmingcoach #seaswimming #wildswimminguk #wildswimdevon

More November swimming. I've never been so busy in these cooling waters, temperatures still holding up at 15'c for the brave and seasoned swimmers.
Super low tide, so we even saw the ship wreck!

The sun is out, so off we popped through the Thurlestone Rock arch after a coastal 5km run.
It's not too chilly for November (in my opinion)
What is keeping you out and about this autumn

A few spaces remaining if you fancy a spot of coaching this Sunday.
Visit the website to book or just send me a message.

Ladies that Swoosh ...
down the River Avon Swoosh.
Great super High tide to Swoosh us along in the sunshine spotting crabs along the sandy River bed.
Well Done Claire and Barbara

#swoosh #avonswoosh #banthamswoosh #bantham #openwaterswimminguk #op

Tough start to the day

The sea is calm, and the sun hopefully will shine Sunday morning for a Conquer Front Crawl coaching session.
A few spaces remain if you want to join in.
Send me a message now to reserve your spot.

A cracking finish photo after the challenging 'Gribben' Hokey Cokey Swim run by @madhattersports
Just an amazing team, challenging route and clear seas to swim in.
What next?

Back in the sea coaching. What a joy.

Just the perfect Sunday morning swim.
Training with hard intervals and then a fab fun coaching session. How to breathe in front crawl and where to add power to your stroke.
It's just the best way to start the day.

#openwaterswimmingcoach
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September 1:1 coaching sessions now live to book.
If none of the times and dates suit your busy schedule just send me a message and I will tailor a tie to suit you.
lets make the most of the warm water and sunshine!
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Do you want to move out of the pool and into the sea to swim?
Do you struggle with breathing whilst swimming front crawl?
Do you struggle to get you head in the water to swim front crawl?
Then come along to any of these coaching session during Septem

Do you want to move out of the pool and into the sea to swim?
Do you struggle with breathing whilst swimming front crawl?
Do you struggle to get you head in the water to swim front crawl?
Then come along to any of these coaching session during Septem

1 mile Sunday morning swim. Just the perfect way to start the day.

Has the Olympics left you wanting more from your swimming.
Do you need to tidy up your front crawl catch, learn how to sight whilst swimming, or make a fast bouy turn. Then send me a message, I can help with 1:1 coaching or small groups, taylored to

Swim Challenges I have completed:

Windermere 18km - 11 miles

Ullswater 12km

Coniston 8km

Wye River 10km

Plymouth Breakwater 4km

Hurly Burly 10km

Thames Marathon 14Km

Dart 10km

The Big Swim Cornwall 4km

St Michaels Mouth 2.5km

Burgh Island 1km

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