Adult Open Water Swimming Classes
SwimCamp: Your Partner in Open Water Excellence
Ready to actually enjoy sea swimming this season?
Over 500 Dublin swimmers have made the jump from pool to sea with us – even the ones who thought they never would.
“SwimCamp completely transformed my relationship with the sea. I went from panicking at the shoreline to confidently swimming 1500m in open water. Their systematic approach and supportive coaches made all the difference!” – Mallaidh Ó., Dublin
We get it – the pool and the sea are completely different animals. There’s no black line to follow, no wall to push off, and yes, it can feel a bit overwhelming when you can’t see the bottom. That’s normal.
The good news? Once you learn the actual skills for open water – proper sighting, dealing with chop, staying relaxed when it gets a bit choppy – it all starts to click. Whether you want to finally join your mates at Seapoint, sort out your triathlon swim leg, or just experience what it’s like to swim somewhere beautiful, you’re in the right place.
SwimCamp is your comprehensive solution: Dublin’s premier open water coaching programme that transforms nervous dippers into confident sea swimmers through expert guidance, personalised coaching, and a supportive community of like-minded swimmers.
Please Choose Your Level:
Coaching That Actually Watches You
Small groups mean our coaches spot what’s going wrong with your stroke – and fix it. No generic advice, just what you actually need.
From Nervous to “Is That Me?”
We’ll sort out the skills that matter in open water – sighting, breathing in chop, staying calm when it gets deep. The confidence comes with it.
People Who Get It
ou’ll swim alongside others who remember exactly what those first few sessions felt like. It’s supportive, it’s social, and yes – people actually know each other here.
Coaches Who Know Their Stuff
Our team has 15+ years in open water. They’ve seen every kind of nervous swimmer, and they know how to get you comfortable.
That’s the SwimCamp difference. Let’s get you in the water.
Why SwimCamp?
Most open water “lessons” are just supervised swims – you turn up, swim about, go home. We do things differently.
Our sessions are structured so you’re actually learning something each time: how to sight properly, how to handle chop, how to pace yourself when there’s no wall to rest on.
Coaches with 15+ years in open water, small groups so you’re not just another wetsuit, and a community of swimmers who genuinely look out for each other. Chasing triathlon times? Want to finally feel comfortable at Seapoint? This is where you start.
“We started SwimCamp because we wanted to help people actually enjoy open water, not just survive it. Good coaching, small groups, and a community that makes you want to come back. That’s it, really.” Susan Dillon, Founder & Level 3 Coach
From “I’m Not Sure About This” to “Same Time Next Week?”
Expect Transformation at SwimCamp – Let’s Dive In!
Don’t just take our word for it
Here’s what actual swimmers (not actors, not our mates) have to say about making the switch to open water:
Courses that fit around real life
We run 2-day intensives if you want to get stuck in over a weekend, or 3 to 4 week courses if you’d rather spread it out. Sessions run at Seapoint Beach, times depend on the tides. Have a look below and find one that works for you.
👉 [Beginner] Start your Open Water Journey (Beginner & Dipper) ☆
New to open water? Start here. This course is for swimmers who are comfortable in a pool but haven’t made the move to the sea yet. Maybe you’ve dipped your toes in at Seapoint and thought “not for me,” or you’ve been meaning to try it but never quite got round to it.
We’ll cover the basics: getting comfortable out of your depth, what to do when you can’t see the bottom, how to stay relaxed, and how to actually enjoy it. Small groups, patient coaches, and nobody expecting you to swim to the buoy on day one.
Please select a date and time that works best for you below:
👉 [Open Water Improver] (For swimmers who’ve got the basics sorted) ☆☆
Already comfortable in the sea? Let’s work on the details. This one’s for swimmers who can handle open water but want to get better at it. Maybe your sighting needs work, your breathing falls apart in chop, or you just want to swim further without feeling wrecked afterwards.
We’ll focus on technique, efficiency, and building your distance. You should be comfortable out of your depth and able to swim at least 50m without stopping. Triathlon swimmers, regular sea dippers looking to improve, or anyone who’s past the nervous stage and ready to progress.
Please select a date and time that works best for you below:
👉 [Open Water Endurance] ☆☆☆
Open Water Endurance is designed for experienced sea swimmers ready to push their limits. Build stamina, increase distance capacity, and develop the mental resilience needed for longer swims and open water races.
Guided Distance Swims are specifically for swimmers who want to build stamina, endurance, and prepare for open water races in a supported environment with expert coaching.
Please select a date and time that works best for you below:
What it actually looks like
Real open water sessions, real sea swimmers, real sea. No stock photos.
Questions we get asked a lot
If yours isn’t here, just ask. Drop us a message anytime.
