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Outdoor Swimming Information

Willow Garth is not lifeguarded. We have taken time to ensure health and safety for all by carrying out risk assessments and extensive contrast therapy training. However, we encourage you to make informed decisions based on your own self care and or the agreeance of a health care practitioner.

Please come prepared and do some research before dipping.

Steps for your safety :

    • STRICTLY NO CHILDREN UNDER 16yrs OLD
    • A SENTINEL Online waver is MANDATORY
    • Green Light health check before usage
    • Limited numbers of six people at any one time
    • Buoyancy floats are provided and worn mandatory 
    • Safety whistles provided and worn mandatory
    • Emergency blankets provided
    • Floating safety doc
    • Thermometer monitor, to check water temperature
    • High-viz safety ropes and life rings
    • First aid equipment 
    • Designated First Aiders on site
    • Safety posters and information shown on site
    • Fire extinguisher on site
    • Trained Contrast Therapy Coaches available upon request
    • Emergency Alarm
    • Blood pressure monitor available upon request
    • Emergency location (What3words action-take-part)

    What we don’t have :

    • We do not provide swimming attendants. This is a none supervised service, but a first aider will always be onsite. IF IN DOUBT – LEAVE IT OUT!

    Please do your research :

    • Learning new things never exhausts the mind!

    Swimming and Saunas Whilst Pregnant :

    The safety of sauna use and wild swimming during pregnancy is unclear. While these activities may offer physical and mental health benefits, contrast therapy (hot sauna/cold water) poses risks such as increased core temperature, changes in blood pressure, dehydration, and fainting. The impact on unborn babies is also not well understood. Review the UK-based articles below, consult your midwife, and research before using a sauna while pregnant. If you choose to swim or use saunas during pregnancy, be aware of the potential risks to you and your baby.