Get more from winter swimming ❄️

Published: Sun, 09/28/25

Updated: Thu, 10/02/25

Dear Swimmer

There's a chill in the air and we're looking forward to the thrill of colder water. But, with longer swims planned for summer 2026, how do we keep up our swim fitness over the winter?

If you're anything like us, you'll be heading to the pool this winter. But how do you navigate those pool sessions? How do you cope with lane swimming? And how do you keep swimming indoors interesting, effective and fun?

That's where digital coaching comes in. We asked Rebecca Wetten, co-founder and Head Coach at Catch how outdoor swimmers can use the pool to transform their winter swimming.

FIND REBECCA'S TOP TIPS

HOW DO I MAKE THE MOST OF WINTER?

We recommend taking a two part approach to winter swimming:
1. Cold water dipping outdoors for health and wellbeing
2. Head indoors to work on your technique and fitness in the pool

Because the pool is warm and regulated, it's a perfect environment to work on your technique. You can break your strokes down, mix them up and use swim aids to help you.

"The fastest way to transform your swimming is through technique," says Rebecca. "Pool season is perfect: it’s predictable, kit is right there on the side, and short reps make it ideal for high-quality technique work. Improving technique makes swimming more effortless, faster and helps you go further."

TOP TIPS FOR WINTER

YOUR BEST WINTER SWIMMING

We asked Catch co-founder, Rebecca, for her top tips for making the most of the pool - and how digital coaching can help with that.

"Lots of swimmers head into winter with a sense of dread, or not sure how to use the months productively," she says. "So, we want to turn that around — embracing cold-water joy, while also using the pool to build fitness, endurance and confidence."

That's where a digital coach can help. Your personalised training plan and video lessons will show you exactly what to focus on in your swims, adding structure, variety and expert coaching.

HOW TO ENJOY THE POOL

HOW DOES CATCH WORK?

Catch coaches you with personalised training plans, quality video lessons and a supportive swim community - all at your fingertips.

To get started, follow these four steps:

1. Take the quiz

Tell about your swimming, goals and lifestyle so your plan fits you perfectly.

2. Get your personalised plan

We’ll build you a training plan and weekly video lessons matched to your goals - fully customisable for pool, open water or both.

3. Learn & train

Watch high-quality technique videos, then put them into practice in your swims.

4. Progress & achieve

Your plan adapts to your results and feedback. With expert coach support & progress tracking, you’ll keep improving, reach your goals - and enjoy the journey.

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