Open Water Swim Clinic
25.10.24-06.11.24, Gran Canaria
Are you looking to take your swimming skills to the next level and conquer open water? Join us at our swim camp, where you will experience:
How to Register
To register for our upcoming clinics, please visit our Contact Page and complete the Personalized Training Questionnaire to evaluate your athletic experience.
Training:
• Advanced Techniques: cutting-edge methods and programs led by professional coaches and open water champions.
• Precision and Strategy: Perfect your technique and strategic approach to swimming.
Navigation and Orientation:
• Confident Navigation: Master the art of navigating open waters with confidence using natural landmarks and specialized techniques.
• Strategic Positioning: Learn how to dominate and position yourself effectively in any open water course.
Endurance Training:
• Specialized Swims: targeted swims and intensive training sessions to boost your physical fitness and endurance.
• Competition Preparation: Prepare for the most challenging competitions with tailored endurance workouts.
Mental Preparation:
• Resilience Development: Build mental toughness to handle stress and anxiety in open water conditions.
• Winning Mindset: Cultivate a mindset geared towards success and calmness in any situation.
Ideal Locations:
• Ideal Training Spots: locations with crystal-clear water and stunning landscapes, providing the perfect setting for both training and recovery.
• Unforgettable Experiences: Enhance your skills while enjoying memorable and inspiring surroundings.
Technique Analysis:
• Personalized Feedback: Receive individual advice and detailed analysis of your swimming technique for optimal improvement.
Start and Finish:
• Efficient Techniques: Master quick and efficient start techniques from the shore or water, and powerful finishing strategies.
Turns and Maneuvers:
• Effective Turns: Learn efficient turns and maneuvers to maintain speed and rhythm throughout the course.
Drafting:
• Group Swimming: Develop group swimming skills using drafting techniques to conserve energy and increase speed.
Strategy Development:
• Customized Strategies: Develop personalized strategies for various distances and competitions for the best performance.
Understanding the Environment:
• Environmental Adaptation: Gain insights into the impact of currents, tides, and weather conditions on swimming and learn how to adapt to different conditions.
Participation in Local Competitions:
• Real-World Experience: Test your skills and strategies in real open water competitions to gain invaluable experience.
• Challenge Yourself: Compete against others to push your limits and assess your progress.
• Stay Updated: We track open water events that coincide with our camp dates for timely participation.
Important Knowledge You Will Gain at the Camp
For Swimmers:
• Technique Refinement: Enhance your swimming technique for maximum efficiency.
• Endurance Building: Increase endurance for long distances.
• Confident Navigation: Develop confidence and precision in open water navigation.
• Stress Management: Learn to handle unexpected conditions and remain calm in stressful situations.
For Triathletes:
• Comprehensive Understanding: Gain a thorough understanding of all aspects of open water swimming, from start to finish.
• Realistic Training: Experience swimming in conditions that closely mimic real competitions.
• Effective Strategies: Develop individual strategies for efficient course completion, including drafting techniques and optimal energy distribution.
• Weather Adaptation: Prepare for swimming in any weather and water conditions, crucial for successful triathlons and Ironman events.
• Multisport Training: Access excellent cycling routes, including mountain tracks, and a stunning running track along the oceanfront for continuous training.
• Customizable Plans: Adapt the training camp program to your individual triathlon training plan.
Schedule and Program
25.10.24-06.11.24
Day 1:
• 10:00: Welcome and Adaptation – Introduction, participant orientation, and adaptation swim with various drills.
• 17:00: Light Jog and Warm-Up
• 19:00: Group Dinner and Program Discussion
Day 2:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Modern open water swimming techniques and technologies.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Technique optimization focusing on breathing, stroke efficiency, and body position.
• 17:00-18:00: Cardio and Strength Training: HIIT and plyometric exercises.
Day 3:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Effective start and finish strategies.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Fast starts and powerful finishes.
• 17:00-18:00: Functional Strength Training: Cardio and functional exercises.
Day 4:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Strategies for long distances and endurance development.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Long swim with tempo intervals.
• 17:00-18:00: Interval Strength Training
Day 5:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Navigation and orientation methods.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Precise navigation exercises using natural landmarks.
• 17:00-18:00: Plyometric and Cardio Training
Day 6:
• 10:00: Active Recovery: Light morning jog and dynamic stretching.
• 17:00: Intensive Stretching and Light Jog (Optional)
• 19:00: Group Dinner
Day 7:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: High-intensity methods for sprinters.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Intensive sprint sessions.
• 17:00-18:00: Bodyweight Exercises and Warm-Up Jog
Day 8:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Technique and drafting.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Technique analysis and drafting drills.
• 17:00-18:00: Strength and Functional Training
Day 9:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Transferring pool speed to open water.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Speed adaptation exercises.
• 17:00-18:00: High-Intensity Cardio and Strength Training
Day 10:
• 10:00: Recovery: Light morning jog and dynamic stretching (Optional).
• 17:00: Recovery Swim
Day 11:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: High-speed turns and maneuvers.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Turn and maneuver practice.
• 17:00-18:00: Plyometric and Functional Training
Day 12:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Propulsive swimming.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Propulsive swimming techniques.
• 17:00-18:00: Specialized Cardio and Strength Training
Day 13:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Psychological preparation before competitions.
• 10:30-12:00: Training: Final technique and strategy adjustments.
• 17:00-18:00: Strength and Cardio Complexes
Day 14:
• 10:00-10:30: Lecture: Final tips and future training plans.
• 10:30-12:00: Final Competitions: Apply all learned skills in real conditions.
• 19:00: Group Dinner and Wrap-Up
This enhanced program ensures comprehensive development and improvement of open water swimming skills, catering to diverse training needs of athletes. With a balance of rigorous training, mental preparation, and strategic planning, participants will leave the camp ready to excel in open water swimming competitions.