Essential Equipment for Beginner Swimmers

If you are new to swimming, it can be quite a daunting task kitting yourself out for your first swim, with so much advice around on what you need and what you should buy, it can be a bit of a minefield. To set your mind at ease and make your new pastime as enjoyable as it can be, we have compiled a list of our key items you might need before you hit the pool, and why they could be helpful to you.

Here at Simply Swim, we think all swimmers are part of the team whether you swim for fitness or as a hobby, everyone has to start somewhere. So, we have put together an equipment guide to help you get your kit ready so you can focus on swimming!

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