Emma Brunning - Active Blu

On Saturday the 22nd June, the Blue Lagoon hosted the Swim Smooth / Tri England Open Water Day.  Photos by Jason Newsome As the Swim Smooth coach leading the day, I had a fantastic opportunity to support and work with 9 Volunteer British Triathlon Coaches, Venue staff, Safety Team and additional Tri England employees.  Identifying important drills. The day ran very smoothly, with the morning starting with 30 novice Open Water swimmers. The Coaching Team were able to support these athletes, giving them confidence in taking those first steps into the open water and encouraging them to practice their newly learnt skills. The afternoon consisted of an advanced group of 30 open water swimmers. After some theory in the class room, the coaches soon put them through their paces with some sighting, drafting and turning practice, before finishing off with a mass start and mini race. I would like to thank everyone involved in the day and the great venue staff at

The Great North Swim - Not just a Swim Event. Blue Wave Warming Up.    WOW, what a weekend.... With nearly 10,000 swimmers participating in either the 5km, 2 mile, 1 mile or 500m swims,  It was certainly a weekend to remember.  As a coach, friend and supporter, it was fantastic to see all the swimmers dedication, training and dreams come true. The weekend was not just a swim event, but also an example of peoples desires to achieve personal goals, support charity's of their choices and step out of their comfort zones to really challenge themselves.  The event was a great success, full of smiles, laughter and achievements. As a coach, I am delighted and proud of everyone who Swam, supported or attempted the distances.  Tom and Lisa - Take on the mile The conditions as always in Windermere are changeable, with this weekend being no exception. On Friday and Saturday swimmers experienced really choppy waters, putting all their training to the test from the

Active Blu Sessions Go wild Well it has been a great start to the open water season and even through the water took a bit of time to warm up, it has now reached a reasonable temperature. I would like to say both thank you and well done to everyone that has already been taking part in the sessions at Active Blu`s venue on Lake Windermere. Thursday Nights have seen record numbers turning up to get a coached session or just practice their open water skills. With the skills and Introduction to open water courses being packed with passionate, enthusiastic people wanting to improve their performance or just give it ago. This weekend is the Great North Swim where Lake Windermere will see over 10,000 people take part in the event and swim its waters. If you are after any last min advice, support, tips or just a friendly face, myself and a colleague will be at the Lake District National Park stand to offer any last minute help, alternatively come see us post event t