Swim News The Brockwell Swim club is based at Brockwell Lido; an unheated open-air Lido in Herne Hill, South London, SE24. The pool is open all year for both Winter and Summers swimming. Challenging during the colder months and blissful on a hot sunny day. The Brockwell Swimmers club was formed in January 2016 by a group of Lido users keen to see more swimming activities at this historic South London landmark. The aims and objectives of the Club are to promote participation of the whole community in the sport of swimming. We work to facilitate and encourage the teaching, development and practice of good swimming both at the pool and open water. We also work with Lambeth Council and Fusion Management to ensure the continued accessibility of this public facility for the local community. As well as events at the Lido, the club organises indoor Water Polo and Swim Sessions at local indoor pools, as well as taking part in national and international club events and swims. We also organise Summer walk/swims, club socials and liaise with other swimming clubs.
Off to the Tooting Races.
The South London Swimming club SLSC has again invited Brockwell Swimmers to their annual Heron Cup Relays at Tooting Lido on Sunday 13th March. Races start prompt at 10am and finish around 11:30am.
These one width relays are always good fun, joining with other teams from all over London to celebrate the joys of cold water swimming. This is definitely more about the fun of taking part than any medals, so speed is not essential.
NEW Swim Analysis Sessions start in January
Have you ever wanted to see if you are swimming correctly? Starting in January Brockwell Swimmers will be introducing a swim analysis session in addition to our regular six week swim sessions at the indoor Alleyns School pool. Not only will you receive the footage, you shall also be sent a written critique of your style and how you can perfect your stroke. This is an invaluable tool to advance your technique, stamina and speed in the water.
Jersey Challenge 2022
In June 2022 Brockwell Swimmers will be sending a five person relay team to swim from Jersey to France and we are looking for swimmers who are up for a challenge. As well as achieving an epic swim you will also be raising money to help buy a new outdoor sauna for the Lido. We […]
How to be Bold in the Cold
The temperature at Brockwell Lido is getting cold so here are some tips on how to enjoy your swim and stay safe… HEALTH For most healthy people cold water swimming can be an enjoyable activity. However if you have any doubts please consult your doctor before getting in the water. COLD ACCLIMATISATION Unless you are […]
Art of Swimming
As a local artist and regular swimmer at Brockwell Lido, Priscilla Watkins is fascinated by the patterns created by sunlight in the pool and the shadows cast from swimmers above. In her large oil paintings she uses light as a tool to create depth and drama between highlight and shade, capturing the ever-shifting sparkle in […]
Brockwell Swim Quiz 2020
Helped by Selkie and our local InterSport shop, we are getting into the Festive Spirit with a super Christmas Gifts bundle for you to win which includes a very handy canvas barrel bag, a £10 gift voucher, Zoggs swim goggles and our cosy club beanie. To win just answer this simple question: This competition has […]
Lifeguard Christmas Box 2020
This year has been tough for all of us, and in particular our lifeguards who have either been furloughed or laid off during the pandemic. They look after us swimmers in all sorts of weather, come rain or shine, so please show your appreciation by donating £5. If you would like to donate more just […]
Lockdown petition to keep open-air pools open
A government petition has been set up requesting that open-air pools are kept open during the second lockdown starting 5th November https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/555079. They need at least 10,000 signatures for a response, or better still 100,000 for this to be debated in parliament. Please spread the word. Allow open-air swimming pools, lidos & lakes to open […]