Compulsory Equipment
Tow Float: Brightly coloured swimming specific tow floats, with a waist band attachment, not ankle. No Tow float no swim!
Goggles: To fully enjoy your swim, you will need to be able to see clearly to navigate and to get the full experience of your surroundings. Please make sure they are not leaky, don’t fog up and it’s not your first time wearing them.
We recommend that you bring a minimum of 2 pairs, one clear and one tinted is recommended.
Swimming hat: We will supply you with a hat, but you might want to bring another if you need an extra layer for warmth.
Experience dependent
Wetsuits: Full wetsuits are recommended for protection against jellyfish and for added warmth – Shorties also can be worn. Only well acclimatised swimmers can participate in the swims without a wetsuit, please ensure your experience is listed on the booking form.
Recommended you wear/bring along.
Thermal/insulating layers: If you get cold a rash vest, base layer top or neoprene vest, worn under your wetsuit will make a difference.
Accessories: Neoprene hat, gloves & socks for warmth and for added protection, as there could be a few jellyfish.
Swimming Aids: If you want to use hand paddles and/or fins is fine, but please make sure you have practiced using them and confident with using them for longer than the swim distance your swim requires.
Footwear: Walking shoes, Jelly shoes or aqua shoes – essential for Llanddwyn light house, Bull Bay and Rhoscolyn.
Energy gels: You must ensure all rubbish is taken away with you.
Water/drink; Come well hydrated beforehand your swim. On some swims there will be a quick halfway stop for you to grab a drink. Hot drinks are provided by AAS at the end of swim.
*Llanddwyn – A water bottle can be taken along in the power boat, for access during scheduled mini stops.
Petroleum Jelly: To stop any uncomfortable chafing or friction rubbing on the skin or Lanolin for longer distances.
Suncream: Ensure the suncream you use is marine safe, advice below.
Post Swim
Towel/drying robe
Warm layers: Warm base layer, lots of loose-fitting clothes for layering, socks and warm hat.
Hot drink and snack: We will provide a hot drink and cake after the swim.