Summary
Open Water Swimming, Mallow
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Suitable Ages 16 yrs +
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Duration 2 hrs
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Difficulty Moderate
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Activity Type Water
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Group Bookings
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Wetsuits Provided €2 Rental
Find Us
Open Water Swimming at Ballyhass – The Season is Back
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Morning Swim Saturday's & Sunday's at 8am - 11am
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Evening Swim Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday at 5pm - 8pm
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Summer Season times will be available soon!
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Swim Tow bouys must be worn by all.
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Open water swim does NOT INCLUDE public swim area (see seperate opening times)
The Open Water Swim Season has returned! A 500m loop awaits you with crystal clear water and easy entry and exit points. For locals it is a fantastic training facility. Our pool area is now completly surronded by pontoons and has a 40m length so this is a perfect controlled area that is available to use on open water evenings also. This really is the perfect introduction into an open water swimming environment.
Fast Fact
- Perfect social distancing exercise.
- The lakes are safe & clean.
- Our site is fully serviced with free, secure car parking, changing rooms
- Cafe on site for teas / coffees to warm you up after.
Lane Swimming During Public Swim Times
Open water swimmers are now free to use the public swim area during summer public hours. We have lanes set up outside of the pool area that can be used but swimmers must have swim bouys to use the lanes during this times. All public swim area customers are required to wear a bouynacy aid for recereational swimimmg. See Public swim are for full opening times but generally this are will be open 12 noon to 5pm during the summer months. Please pre book your time slot where possible.
Save with the Adventure Pass for Open Water Swimming
The Adventure Pass gives you discounted swim rates and exclusive savings on all activities across Ballyhass Mallow & Coachford. Whether you're a regular swimmer or planning group sessions, the pass is designed to help you swim more and save more.
Pricing Example:
- 3 months | 3 swims per week = 36 swims total
- RRP: 36 Swims x €10 = €360
- Adventure Pass Price: 36 Swims x €5 = €180
- Total Savings: €180
One Adventure Pass can be used online to book up to 4 discounted tickets per session for friends and family, making it an excellent option for group swims.
Book your session now and enjoy a season of open water swimming at Ballyhass.
Online Price - €7
Adventure Pass - €5
RRP - €10
Wetsuit Rental - €3
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Evening
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5pm to 8pm ( Last entry: 7.30pm )
Saturday & Sunday Morning
- 8am - 11am ( Last entry: 10.30am )
Please read carefully prior to booking:
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This is for distance swimming only. No recreational swimming is allowed.
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You must not have any medical condition (such as Heart disease, Asthma, Epilepsy, Diabetes) which may impact my ability to safely partake in open water swimming. If unsure please seek advice from GP.
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All participants must sign an online waiver form.
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Booking in advance is highly recommened.
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It is highly recommended that swim bouys are used at all times. These are available to purchase at the pro shop or rent.
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All swimmers must pass a swim assessment with a member of staff. We have an outdoor swimming pool area where this can be done.
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You must wear a brightly coloured swim hat at all times and wear a wetsuit if the water temperature is below.
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You must enter and exit the water at the designated points (below the high. ropes course)
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In the event, you get into difficulty during the swim session, roll on to my back and signal for rescue by raising an arm in the air.
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A Ballyhass safety officer will be present on site during all swim sessions, however, Ballyhass will not provide full lifeguard cover. Because of this, you must not swim alone. You must attend the lake with a buddy and stay with them during the session. Alternatively, you must swim within a 15m distance of another swimmer during the session. In the event of seeing another swimmer getting into difficulty, You must raise the alarm.
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In the event of a thunderstorm, failing light, fog or high winds the safety officer may decide to end a session. If you are asked to exit the lake then please do so immediately
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You must acknowledge that the lake is a natural environment. Lake banks may be slippery, there may be sharp stones underfoot. There are various ramps, buoys and ropes within the water which must be avoided. If you do not feel comfortable with these hazards then you should not swim in this open water environment
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Anyone swimming without having checked into reception will be asked to exit the lake immediately.
Please pre book online where possible.
- Swim Gear
- Wetsuit (Rentals are avalible for an additonal €2)
- Swim Bouy - Available to rent and buy in the pro shop
- Towel / Robie
How do I sign up?
Jump online and book in to an availible session. You will be required to submit a waiver but once you have done it once you will be able to re use it subject to no changes each time you return.
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Remeber to purachase the Adventure Pass for the best rates this season. The Season Pass includes €50 of free swimming put back on your account!
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Anyone new to open water swimming must make themselves known to the reception on the day.
Where do I swim?
There is a 450 - 500m loop that is marked. The entry is below the high ropes only for 2022. Please checkin with the member of staff on arrival.
Can I use the public swim area during these times?
Yes, we always encourage it on your visit, to get accilmitize to the water temp and also the clear waters of Ballyhass. Its open to all open water swimmers.
How do I know when I can use the swim area during the day?
Check out the public swim area times. Book in online and arrive on site. There are seperate lanes that will be for the exclusive use of open water swimmers while the pontoon area will be used for recreational swimmers. A tow bouy most be worn for these sessions. All recreational swimmers will be wearing life kacket bouyancy aids.
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