Triathlon Training Centre Bristol

Temp at 10.30 is 22.5c at the #westcountrywaterpark There are a few free places on our beginners course tonight at 6-7 Open to the public for swimming

Water temp at the #westcountrywaterpark at1pm is 23c and rising open to the public but must be swimmers

Members of the Synergi taking time out to enjoy the the facilities at the #westcountrywaterpark today by swimming, running and fresh air

My first and only triathlon race 30years ago

Last Wednesday we entertained 35 swimmers of the armed forces training for their military triathlon event ( a fab turnout at the lake )

On Sunday we had members of the VI runners club taking a plunge ( visually impaired ) in the lake Chris Blackabee is training for the Outlaw Iron Man at Nottingham ( see VI runner on their face book page )

The #westcountry Waterpark is slowly gathering some great achievements in some races Last week member Michael Gniewek achieved 2nd place in the Poland Tri Tour In Szczecin in a time of 4hrs 28

Becky Commins of Monmouth Tri Club came a brilliant 9th position in Estonia ‘s last week end , which was Olympic distance European age group representing GB . She achieved this because she trained without a wetsuit at the westcountrywaterpark as on the day although a river swim , suits were not allowed and many got caught out Which is why we emphasise training without wet suits Due to the hot weather, there has been many events (swimming section) declaring no suits , so don’t get caught out, train without suits

Belle and Willie Bird of the Henleaze Swimming Club about to enjoy the tropical waters at the#westcountrywaterpark# today with temps at 1.30 of 25.5c Why not enjoy swimming as nature intended, no chloride, clean and safe, no algae or weeds. Sun bathing area Open to the swimming public at £6 . Canoes available for hire Close at 8pm

Today at the#westcountrywaterpark the water temp is 23c at10am and rising Come and have a cool swim in clean, safe water. open to the public but swimmers only Canoes available

Employees of Kilsby Williams ( accountants) enjoying an evening swim after a hot day at the office on Tuesday

Water temp 24c and rising

Today’s water temp at the #westcountrywaterpark at 1.30pm is 23.5c All swimmers welcome, close at 8pm

Swimming available now to 6pm No jet skis today Temp 23.5c

Lovely weather today temp at 22c at the #westcountrywaterpark

Temp at 12.30 is 20c Nice and sunny, all swimmers welcome at the #westcountrywatepark close at 8pm

Temp today at 11.30 is 21c , cooling down slightly All swimmers welcome in our clean waters at the#westcountrywaterpark near Bradley Stoke Details can be seen on #bristolopenwater.co.uk on the training page Other sports here is a 38 obstacle training /fun course, perfect for stags:hens and corporate entertainment see #madmikeassault and also a 50mph Karting track contact #westcountrykarting... On the lake we have canoe hire and you can bring your own paddle board Please share
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A good turnout tonight with swim coach George Clack introducing swimming technique for beginners The next courses will be two weeks time Please share

Sorry Guys I made a mistake on theSat/Sunday times , it should read to 1.30pm finish We have one free coaching class space tonight at 6-7pm and two advance at 8-7 (£10) for anyone Then phone me on 07811 108587

We everyone please please note We are open Monday 2-8. Tues-Fri 10-8 Sat-Sunday 8.30-1.30
... Yes we are OPEN EVERY DAY to October at the #westcountrywaterpark# Please share this
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We went today for the first time it was great. Everyone is so friendly and Mike is fab. It was our first time in open water and he really put us at ease and gave us a few tips to help get us started. Id highly recommend this place and will definitely be going back soon!

We popped in today for our first swim. The facilities are rustic and the lake is fabulous. Mike was a delight to meet and really helpful. Definitely will be back for another swim, feel amazing afterwards.

Visited here whilst in the area for work and squeezed in a quick evening swim. Great facilities, beautiful lake, and great swimming. MadMike is lovely and unforgettable:) Highly recommended and can't wait to return some day.

Thank you to the lady who answered my questions when I came to the lake on Saturday. She was very friendly and helpful. I even ended up going in for a swim. I will definitely be back�

Nice lake to swim in. Friendly people £6

Nell and I started a new sport this evening….Triathlon! Mike gave us a great welcome to the centre I last visited 28 years ago to go windsurfing. I remembered it as very muddy but that has now settled! Indeed the water is quite clear and full of fish! The half hour swim was fresh at first in our 'shorties' but lovely with the sea gulls and cormorants. We have a long way to go on our 'transitions' but went for a cycle with views of the Severn estuary as we went down and back up the escarpment. To finish we ran round the lake……. And all ten minutes from home!

My first open water swim and Mad Mike was so helpful at giving me tips before and after the swim.

My favourite place to open water swim, I have visited other lakes and this one is the most welcoming, and encouraging mike is full of humour and great advise. The course is clearly marked and big enough to spread everybody out, Bonus being the bike transition area and run route around the lake.

Finished off by a perfect cup of coffee.

Mike is great and makes everyone feel welcome! He even gave us a bike loop to follow too! Love this place!

I've been swimming here for over a year now. Mike is very supportive & encouraging. Taking his time to find out what you are training for, & then always there for helpful tips.

The atmosphere is very friendly, with some phenomenal swimmers, who are happy to chat away about their experiences.

There is a great loop for cycling & runs around the lake to practice transitions & bricks.

I love the awesome bacon rolls & cup of tea served at the weekends. Yummy.

I have been swimming here 2-3 times a week for the past year. Mike & Josie are always welcoming. The basic setup makes for a convenient, hassle free, safe environment to get your open water swim training in. I love how changeable weather makes certain areas of the lake choppier/tougher, it's great triathlon practice.

I came here for my second ever open water wetsuit swim, having freaked a little during my first elsewhere. Mike gave me advice and encouragement and I had a great swim. The lake is perfectly positioned near the M4/M5 interchange and so is the perfect place to stop when doing a long motorway journey to the south-west or back. Nothing wakes you from motorway monotony like a spot of cool water!

Had my first swim at the lake today and thoroughly enjoyed it. A friendly welcome and ideal facilities for training...I'll be back

Great swim this morning loved it,highly revommended.definately be returning

Great place for open water swimming and having the transition option is fab too I’ll defiantly be back soon ! Thanks Mike

First time swim at Triathlon training centre Bristol, thought I would take my boys along 11yr old and 9yr old, not sure how I would fit in a swim of my own !! enter Mad Mike he watched over my lads while I swam, by the time I got back they had swam in the lake themselves with a watchful eye over them, both were full of smiles, we all then hooked up and swam together, there was an on site café which we made use of and was very friendly. The Hot chocolate and oat flaps were just what we needed, we would all recomend the Centre. Many thanks Mad Mike, the Lewis Family.

Came here for my first ever open water swim. Staff were great, really helpful and gave me plenty of advice. Nice lake to swim in and to top it off we had a bacon buttie and a cup of tea after. 5 stars.

love this lake...ever hopeful that one day there might be hot showers and changing area, but you need to roll with the eccentric charm of the place!! But, big bonus for me, its a safe place to swim on your own as you can (just) stand all the way round (I'm 5ft6) and I started open water swimming here.

Great place for open water swimming. Friendly, reasonably priced and always welcoming. If only the water was a little clearer.

We went today for the first time it was great. Everyone is so friendly and Mike is fab. It was our first time in open water and he really put us at ease and gave us a few tips to help get us started. Id highly recommend this place and will definitely be going back soon!

We popped in today for our first swim. The facilities are rustic and the lake is fabulous. Mike was a delight to meet and really helpful. Definitely will be back for another swim, feel amazing afterwards.

Visited here whilst in the area for work and squeezed in a quick evening swim. Great facilities, beautiful lake, and great swimming. MadMike is lovely and unforgettable:) Highly recommended and can't wait to return some day.

Thank you to the lady who answered my questions when I came to the lake on Saturday. She was very friendly and helpful. I even ended up going in for a swim. I will definitely be back�

Nice lake to swim in. Friendly people £6

Nell and I started a new sport this evening….Triathlon! Mike gave us a great welcome to the centre I last visited 28 years ago to go windsurfing. I remembered it as very muddy but that has now settled! Indeed the water is quite clear and full of fish! The half hour swim was fresh at first in our 'shorties' but lovely with the sea gulls and cormorants. We have a long way to go on our 'transitions' but went for a cycle with views of the Severn estuary as we went down and back up the escarpment. To finish we ran round the lake……. And all ten minutes from home!

My first open water swim and Mad Mike was so helpful at giving me tips before and after the swim.

My favourite place to open water swim, I have visited other lakes and this one is the most welcoming, and encouraging mike is full of humour and great advise. The course is clearly marked and big enough to spread everybody out, Bonus being the bike transition area and run route around the lake.

Finished off by a perfect cup of coffee.

Mike is great and makes everyone feel welcome! He even gave us a bike loop to follow too! Love this place!

I've been swimming here for over a year now. Mike is very supportive & encouraging. Taking his time to find out what you are training for, & then always there for helpful tips.

The atmosphere is very friendly, with some phenomenal swimmers, who are happy to chat away about their experiences.

There is a great loop for cycling & runs around the lake to practice transitions & bricks.

I love the awesome bacon rolls & cup of tea served at the weekends. Yummy.

I have been swimming here 2-3 times a week for the past year. Mike & Josie are always welcoming. The basic setup makes for a convenient, hassle free, safe environment to get your open water swim training in. I love how changeable weather makes certain areas of the lake choppier/tougher, it's great triathlon practice.

I came here for my second ever open water wetsuit swim, having freaked a little during my first elsewhere. Mike gave me advice and encouragement and I had a great swim. The lake is perfectly positioned near the M4/M5 interchange and so is the perfect place to stop when doing a long motorway journey to the south-west or back. Nothing wakes you from motorway monotony like a spot of cool water!

Had my first swim at the lake today and thoroughly enjoyed it. A friendly welcome and ideal facilities for training...I'll be back

Great swim this morning loved it,highly revommended.definately be returning

Great place for open water swimming and having the transition option is fab too I’ll defiantly be back soon ! Thanks Mike

First time swim at Triathlon training centre Bristol, thought I would take my boys along 11yr old and 9yr old, not sure how I would fit in a swim of my own !! enter Mad Mike he watched over my lads while I swam, by the time I got back they had swam in the lake themselves with a watchful eye over them, both were full of smiles, we all then hooked up and swam together, there was an on site café which we made use of and was very friendly. The Hot chocolate and oat flaps were just what we needed, we would all recomend the Centre. Many thanks Mad Mike, the Lewis Family.

Came here for my first ever open water swim. Staff were great, really helpful and gave me plenty of advice. Nice lake to swim in and to top it off we had a bacon buttie and a cup of tea after. 5 stars.

love this lake...ever hopeful that one day there might be hot showers and changing area, but you need to roll with the eccentric charm of the place!! But, big bonus for me, its a safe place to swim on your own as you can (just) stand all the way round (I'm 5ft6) and I started open water swimming here.

Great place for open water swimming. Friendly, reasonably priced and always welcoming. If only the water was a little clearer.