What to Bring for Cold Water Swimming?
Prepare with our checklist to make sure everything goes according to plan!
Cold Water Swimming Checklist for Her
For entering the water
Swimsuits and swimwear for women Beanies for women Hats with wool for women Women’s gloves Fleece gloves for women Water shoes/neoprene socksFor the shore (before and between entries)
Winter jackets & coats for women Hoodies and sweatshirts for women Women's fleece jackets and sweatshirts Women's sweatpants Women's leggings Socks with wool for women Women's winter & snow shoes Women's bandanas, balaclavas and scarvesAfter leaving the water
Beach & swim towels/poncho Women's cotton underwear Thermal underwear top Thermal underwear bottom Spare women's hats & caps Small towel for hairAccessories for comfort
Training bags for women Water bottles for women Thermos Flip-flops & slides shoes for women Blanket or mat for changing Blanket Protective face cream Protective lip balm Bag for wet items Hair tie/clip Optional swimming cap SnackCold Water Swimming Checklist for Him
For entering the water
Swimwear for men Men's beanies Hats with wool for men Men's winter gloves - insulated, thermal Fleece gloves for men Water shoes/neoprene socksFor the shore (before and between entries>
Men's winter jackets Hoodies and sweatshirts for men Men's fleece jackets Men's sweatpants Socks with wool & merino wool for men Men's winter and snow shoes Men's bandanas, balaclavas and scarvesAfter leaving the water
Beach & swim towels/poncho Underwear for men Thermal underwear top Thermal underwear bottom Spare men's hats & caps Small towel for hairAccessories for comfort
Sports and training bags for men Water bottles for men Thermos Flip-flops & slides shoes for men Blanket or mat for changing Blanket Protective face cream Protective lip balm Bag for wet items Optional swimming cap SnackCold Water Swimming Checklist for a Girl Aged 6 and Above
For entering the water
Girls swimwear Winter hats for girls Hats with wool for girls Winter gloves for girls Water shoes/neoprene socksFor the shore (before and between entries)
Winter jackets for girls Hoodies and sweatshirts for girls Fleece jackets for girls Sweatpants for girls Socks for girls Winter shoes for girls Girl's bandanas, balaclavas and scarvesAfter leaving the water
Beach & swim towels/poncho Cotton underwear Thermal underwear top Thermal underwear bottom Spare hats for girls Small towel for hairAccessories for comfort
Bags & backpacks for girls Water bottles Thermos Girls flip-flops and slides shoes Blanket or mat for changing Blanket Protective face cream Protective lip balm Bag for wet items Hair tie/clip Optional swimming cap SnackCold Water Swimming Checklist for a Boy Aged 6 and Above
For entering the water
Swimwear for boys Winter hats for boys Hats with wool for boys Winter gloves for boys Water shoes/neoprene socksFor the shore (before and between entries)
Winter jackets for boys Hoodies and sweatshirts for boys Fleece jackets for boys Sweatpants for boys Socks for boys Winter shoes for boys Boy's bandanas, balaclavas and scarveAfter leaving the water
Beach & swim towels/poncho Cotton underwear Thermal underwear top Thermal underwear bottom Spare hats for boys Small towel for hairAccessories for comfort
Bags & backpacks for boys Water bottles Thermos Boys flip-flops and slides shoes Blanket or mat for changing Blanket Protective face cream Protective lip balm Bag for wet items Optional swimming cap SnackOrder the set straight from the lookbook!
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Safety and general rules: what should you take with you when winter swimming?
Cold water swimming makes sense when you approach it calmly. Do a short warm-up, enter the water gradually, and watch your breathing. Don't swim alone and choose places with easy access to the shore. Before your planned cold water swim, check what you need to take with you. In practice, this means not only a swimsuit, but also a hat, gloves, and water shoes to protect the most sensitive areas.
Once outside, act immediately: wrap yourself in a blanket or large towel, put on a set of dry clothes that you have packed beforehand. Put a thermos with a warm drink and a bag for wet clothes in your bag. If you or anyone else experiences dizziness, uncontrollable shivering, or severe discomfort during winter swimming, stop the activity and warm up on the shore.
What should you take with you when winter swimming with your child... and how to winter swim wisely?
When thinking about what to take with you for winter swimming with your child, focus mainly on what happens after getting out of the water. Children cool down much faster, so a thick poncho, down jacket, or very large towel is essential. After winter swimming, a set of dry clothes is necessary – thermal underwear, pants, a sweatshirt, warm socks and shoes, and a spare dry hat. Also, throw a thermos with a warm drink and a small snack into your backpack.
And age? In practice, there are different approaches, but...
cautious recommendations often say: not earlier than around 6 or even 12 years of age, regardless of health and tolerance to cold.
The potential benefits of winter swimming for older children mainly include: stimulation of the immune system, improved circulation, and better oxygenation of the body. However, it is always a good idea to prepare well for this – do not lose control, do not put pressure on your child, and consult your pediatrician.
Winter swimming – what to take: a list for a spontaneous trip
Are you leaving in a moment and wondering what to take with you for cols water swimming? When packing spontaneously, it's easy to overlook something, and here the little things have a real impact on your comfort and health. That's why you need a checklist! It reduces preparation time to a minimum and helps you take care of the most important part, i.e., what you put on after getting out of the water.
Prepare and always have our checklist handy. It is available online and can be downloaded in PDF format, so you can print it out for yourself or for the walrus who will be with you. This way, even a quick decision does not mean chaos, but helps to create a safe plan of action.
