Free Cold Water Dips & Water Safety Workshops Return for 2026!

Published on: July 8, 2026

Looking for a refreshing way to enjoy the summer, meet new people and feel more confident around open water?

SAVS is pleased to be supporting a series of free cold water dips and water safety workshops with Blue Therapy Active. Book your place here

These friendly sessions are a great opportunity to try cold water dipping in a supported environment, learn more about staying safe in and around the water, and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of spending time by the sea.

No previous experience is needed, and safety tow floats will be loaned to swimmers at no cost.

Upcoming Cold Water Dips:

🌊 Sunday 19 July, 4pm – 5pm
🌊 Sunday 2 August, 3pm – 4pm
🌊 Sunday 16 August, 3pm – 4pm
🌊 Sunday 23 August, 9.30am – 10.30am

Upcoming Water Safety Workshops:

🛟 Sunday 19 July, 3pm – 4pm
🛟 Sunday 16 August, 2pm – 3pm

These sessions are part of the Southend Active-on-Thames programme and funded by the Active Thames Partnership.

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