Tried something new for me last night. Swimming in the lake at night was something truly magical. The lake is stunning in the day and so relaxing but at night… Read more “Moonlight magic”

I first went to Ocean Walker Academy for a SUP Yoga class and had such a great time that I have now done three of these classes! Having never been… Read more “Amazing experiences at Ocean Walker Academy”

Youve heard of swimming with dolphins but swimming with dogs in the crystal lakes was awesome. Ella, my black labrador, has always loved swimming but this was the first time… Read more “Amazing Experience”

I bought swim with your dog session for my dog ‘Julie’s ‘ 3rd birthday. This was our first visit but won’t be our last. We had an absolute blast. Julie… Read more “Ocean Walker Academy Visit 23.09.24”

I decided to take the plunge and give the OceanWarrier race a go, I was a bit nervous to say the least! I needn’t have been ….. the whole Ocean… Read more “What a fantastic team!”

Fantastic venue, great staff very welcoming. Nice relaxed atmosphere. My granddaughter entered this time as well and won the ladies event. Look forward to the next event.

Great time swimming with the dog, lots of space and most of the other participants were respectful of each other. The lake was nice and warm and there’s lots of… Read more “Dog swimming”

What a fantastic time we had, my self my, 2 sons and my sister swimming with our 2 Labrador’s. So amazing, fantastic facilities and such lovely people. Highly recommend to… Read more “Swim with your dog”

Beautiful place. friendly staff, amazing experience.

Swimming has always been a big part of my life. Nowadays I swim 4 times a week. I’ve always been scared but curious about open water swimming. Even the lock… Read more “Try Something New.”

Our second visit to swim with our labrador Dexter and we absolutely loved it. Adam, Zoe and Sam are always so cheerful and helpful and keep everyone safe but without… Read more “A splashing time”

A lovely peaceful well organised swim in a beautiful location I’ve never done a night swim before but felt really safe Loved the cafe . I’ll definitely come back 😊

I’ve wanted to do this for 2 years. The right time came up so I rang my husband and asked him if he would also come to give me some… Read more “Apprehensive”

I came for the first time with friends to crystal lake to attend the Warrior lake race! It is a fantastic venue with great facilities, and it was a very… Read more “The Most Beautiful Lake”

Wow, I am hooked! I attended an open air swim @ 17.00 and it was absolutely fabulous. My daughter and I left feeling so refreshed and a little tired at… Read more “I am hooked!”

Attended OceanWalker for a taster open water swim session on 2 June. Beautiful, serene setting with a great introduction from Adam. Very reassuring to a novice open water swimmer. What… Read more “Taster Open Water Swim”

It is the first time I have been to a sound bath after wanting to try one for a while. It was an incredible experience. Iza was amazing, taking you… Read more “Incredible experience”

Great experience for the nervous swimmer. Tutorial was good and really informative. Great group of females which made it feel easier no pressure and was reassured with all the safety… Read more “Taster course”

What an hour, what a venue and so friendly and helpful. Came across this place whilst looking for something outdoors to do during a camping trip to Jubilee Park, Woodhall… Read more “Absolutely Brilliant”

Swimming in the lake is a brilliant experience. From the beginning (& thinking I’ll never manage this) to now swimming twice a week in all weathers it has been such… Read more “What a Great Swim”

I absolutely love this place and it’s people! The Winter Retreat days are a perfect balance of tranquility and uplifting energy, set in beautiful surroundings. The mix of yoga, meditation,… Read more “A warm, welcoming, winter treat.”

I attended the first Mindful Walk with Yoga Stretching and it was fantastic! In such a stunning venue, it is impossible to not be mindful as you walk around the… Read more “Mindful Walk with Yoga Stretching a success”

Having booked for a six week course after a few years of not doing yoga I found the class easy to follow, relaxing and informative with excellent instruction from Sam.… Read more “Inspiring and Relaxing”

Tranquil, relaxing and very enjoyable ! Sam made the day just perfect ! Lovely group of people as well which made the day. Well done Sam and team – you… Read more “Tranquility Retreat”

We absolutely loved our Swimming session with Roo yesterday it was the perfect setting with gorgeous surroundings. Lovely and clean we will definitely be back. We also enjoyed a coffee… Read more “Beautiful place”

What a fantastic night and a lovely temperature . Staff are so friendly and can’t wait for the Halloween 👻 one the best one of the lot , if you’ve… Read more “Moon 🌙 light swim”

Had a great day with Pete Lewin and the Team. The dogs were adorable very big and strong and yet so gentle in the water, being towed back to shore… Read more “Newfoundland Experience”

I attended yesterday with my dog for the first time, this is such a well organised super venue. Both myself and my dog had a fabulous time, we will definitely… Read more “Swimming with your dog”

I took part in an Open Water taster session on Sunday 20th August. I was very uncertain about swimming in open water, but after this session I can’t wait to… Read more “First open water swim”

Fantastic afternoon last Tuesday learning how to SUP – think I spent more time in the warm water in the lake but that all added to the fun of the… Read more “Fantastic afternoon”

On Saturday I attended a sound bath with Iza moon followed by a swim in the lake. Iza created an incredible sense of tranquility with instrument and song. The setting… Read more “Rejuvenating”

I had a great time at the taster event on 6th August. Plenty of like minded people and such a beautiful, peaceful place. I only realised afterwards how much less… Read more “Don’t use the C*** word”

I visited Ocean Walker Academy for the first time this weekend, firstly to attend the dog swimming session and the next day we had a kayak lesson with Sam. My… Read more “Water activities”

I’m so glad I found this place. I have taken part in all the swim with your dog sessions held this year and it’s been amazing. The grounds are fantastic… Read more “Great place, Great Facilities, Great Experiences!”

SUP Yoga was one of the most amazing things I have ever done! Having never done paddle boarding before but dabbled in different yoga classes, I was convinced I would… Read more “Amazing experience”

Have been here twice now, for swimming with our dogs and to learn how to SUP. Both great experiences. Really friendly staff, clear instructions and rules and great cake! Wouldn’t… Read more “Great fun, highly recommend”

I came with my two weimaraners for the dog swim as I’ve always wanted to swim with my dogs. We had a fantastic time. I really enjoyed my swim. Winter… Read more “Dog swim”

From the welcome to the goodbyes this was a most tranquil experience. The space was beautifully presented an the session took me to a place of calm I’ve never experienced… Read more “Crystal healing and meditation”

Attended a sound bath at this amazing place- the sun was pouring into the room through the picture windows- what a backdrop . The energy was amazing!

On arrival at the Ocean Walker Academy for my tranquility yoga day retreat I was presented by Zoe with a lovely strawberry, apple,blueberry smoothie. What a Lovely way to start… Read more “Tranquility Yoga Day Retreat”

I had been paddleboarding a couple of times but hadn’t managed to stand up, so booked a SUP lesson with OWA. Sam is an excellent teacher and the facilities are… Read more “SUP lesson”

Thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Ocean Walker Academy SUP lesson with Sam . Sam was very enthusiastic about Paddle boarding, she gave us great instructions what to do and… Read more “Fabulous way to spend two hours 😊”

Saturday 24th June 2023: attended a 50min SUP Hire session. It was my 1st time on a SUP. Staff are amazing! Really great instruction, well organised, great quality equipment, beautiful… Read more “Fantastic experience!”

I absolutely loved Stand-up paddleboarding! It was my first lesson with Sam and she was amazing. A great teacher and full of enthusiasm for the sport. She gave everyone time… Read more “SUP lesson”

Great venue and lesson sam is an excellent teacher gave me lots of confidence didn’t quite get to stand up sure I will do it next time so a calm… Read more “2 hr sup lesson”

I did SUP with Sam on Saturday 17th June. Just to what a great experience. Really attentive and clear and put everyone at ease. The location is idyllic. Just a… Read more “Outstanding”

I tried SUP yoga for my first time with Sam. It was an amazingly tranquil experience. Sam was professional and extremely warm and friendly, which put me at ease straight… Read more “Dreamy experience.”

Oh I had the best time at Ocean Walker on Saturday.. fun, informative and I stood up almost immediately under the guidance of Sam . Sam is enthusiastic, warm and… Read more “SUP Lesson”

Excited to be up and on as I was on my way to Ocean Walker Acedemy. Not just for a swim in the lake today but to experience the Yoga… Read more “Yoga meditation and Crystal Lake – Perfect Combination”

Fantastic lesson with Sam in a beautiful location. Really helped build my confidence, so much so that I went out on the River Ancholme on my own two days later.

A really fun session . Sam was a brilliant tutor and I actually spent a lot more time stood up than I thought I would!

The Crystal healing meditation was an incredible hour of pure bliss felt rejuvenated and relaxed after with my eyes wider than they were before! Thank you!

I had a great day out at Ocean Walker, their beautiful location , detailed briefing and safe supervision throughout my swim made for a very enjoyable swim.

Both humans and dogs enjoyed the ‘Swim with your Dog’ event on Sunday April 16th 2023. Lots of room for swimming and fetching, plus a stroll round the lake to… Read more “Dogs can fly!”

Having taken part in a sound bath session that I didn’t fully enjoy at a retreat earlier this year I was nervous. But I didn’t need to be. Iza was… Read more “Sound Bath with Iza”

I recently attended a crystal meditation session at Ocean Walker Academy. My first thoughts were just how tranquil the setting was with a really calm energy present and how wonderful… Read more “Crystal Meditation”

I had a lovely afternoon learning to stand up paddle board. Everything was well organised and I felt safe at all times. The teacher was professional and encouraging. I will… Read more “Great new experience”

As a person in the middle of my seventh decade I am new to this sport but it is something I am determined to master. All the people who were… Read more “Paddle boarding”

Really enjoyed my paddle boarding lesson. Sam the instructor was brilliant and really puts you at ease. The facilities are excellent and such beautiful surroundings. Will definitely be back.

We went to try paddle boarding, so had a group 2 hour session. The safety brief and equipment were excellent. I learnt that my knees arnt up to paddle boarding,… Read more “Beautiful setting”

Open water swimming has been in my bucket list for a while now. But I didn’t know where to start. The taster course was great for that. Lots of information… Read more “Amazing!!”

I attended SUP lesson on Saturday, the instructor was very good and once in and up and comfortable, gave you other manoeuvres to try….which did result in me falling off!!… Read more “Awesome”

Having never been paddle boarding before, I thought it wise to book a lesson and decided to go Kayaking first to see what the facilities offered. I first learnt to… Read more “Stand up Paddle boarding (SUP) lesson”

My 1st ever paddleboard session. Had a absolutely amazing time. Instructor was so good and helpful. It was just a lovely fun time

Well what can I say “Fantastic” Loved it… great venue and the most kind and friendly staff Sam, the teacher, was fun, friendly and patient . First time I have… Read more “SUP Lesson for beginners”

I took my 16 year son with me for the introduction to paddleboarding course and we both had a great time. We’d never done anything like it before so wasn’t… Read more “Paddleboarding”

At first I was very impressed with the location and the surrounding area, beautiful. Staff were friendly, informative and helpful. The swim experience itself surpassed expectations. Ok it was 25… Read more “Wonderful place”

I’d booked a 2-hour learn to stand up paddle board session which I can say hand on heart I would highly recommend for anyone interested in getting started with SUP.… Read more “Highly Recommend”

I have just completed my first night swim 🏊‍♂️ and it was fantastic. Swimming in the lake is really good for those aches and pains being a very good reason… Read more “Dusk to Dark”

If you could bottle how you feel after a swim in Crystal Lake it would be the most priceless, healing bottle of Wellness. I’ve just been to the Open Water… Read more “Taster session Open Water Swimming”

Excellent course,the venue is beautifully kept and very welcoming what ever your swimming ability. Your safety and comfort are paramount and Adam and team are friendly and make it a… Read more “Open water taster”

This is, quite simply, the most wonderful setting for open water swimming. Calm, peaceful, exceptionally well maintained and with friendly and informative staff. I attended my first session today and… Read more “Swimming as it should be”

Thank you for allowing me to undertake one of my favourite things swimming in the rain , under the watchful eye of your safety team , who even under the… Read more “Swimming in the rain”

Just completed the Open Water Taster Course and had my first swim in the lake. The guidance and supervision were excellent, as I was gently encouraged to swim to my… Read more “More than just a swim”

My wife and I came along for a Taster Session yesterday afternoon, never having done open water swimming before. There were four other people on the session with us. We… Read more “Taster Session – A Fantastic Introduction”

Following the death of my Mother, Father and most effecting of all my Wife I experienced a period of grieving and barely functioning. I came for a swim in the… Read more “Winter Swim.”

I attended Adams talk on the 2nd April. Firstly I was very impressed by the site adam and his family have acquired . Before the talk there was a chance… Read more “A great experience”

I have to admit that I was slightly nervous the first time that I went because I have never experienced open water swimming before, but as we were entering the… Read more “Just do it!”

I’ve swam quite a few times at the Crystal Lake. I’m a novice swimmer that only started Lake swimming in June this year. If you haven’t been yet, it really… Read more “Beautiful experience..”

As a novice I felt completely at ease. The team were very welcoming. The lake is beautiful , the temperature was easy to adjust to which helped me relax and… Read more “Peaceful”

Visited the lake for a swim last Wednesday evening with a few friends We had a great swim on a sunny evening. The water was warm and the atmosphere was… Read more “It wasn’t just about the swimming”

What can I say other than wow,I have been 3 times now and it just gets better. I loved the freedom ,it’s like swimming in the sea, but without the… Read more “Fantastic”

From the moment you are greeted at reception you are made to feel welcome. Everywhere is spotless and well thought out design wise. The lake looks fantastic and a beautiful… Read more “Amazing way to start the day!”

First visit and fairly new to open water swimming. Everyone really helpful and welcoming, and the lake was clear and warm, a fabulous location and natural looking lake.

A refreshing hours exercise in open water – swimming for an hour in 27 degrees. Great place to cool off. I will be back

I have really enjoyed my swims at Ocean Walker, the water is beautiful and everyone so friendly. Looking forward to the next one, thank you.

Great swim venue. Well designed, with plenty of variety with the islands, so not just swimming between buoys. Adam, Gemma and the rest of the staff, Jim, Bod and Gavin… Read more “Open Water Swimming”

Swimming is my safety valve, and developing cold urticaria denied me a swim fix for 2yrs. (The longest I’ve been dry; inc during cancer recovery) Words really aren’t sufficient to… Read more “Swimming in the blue”

Beautiful setting, wonderful lake, gorgeous water. So lucky to have this facility in Lincolnshire. Care needs to be taken not to allow rowdy youngsters clowning around throwing mud etc to… Read more “Fantastic Facility”

Really stunning lake , the swim was relaxing and so calming , yet invigorating Well worth a visit just for the scenery alone . So peaceful and the water was… Read more “Stunning relaxing lake”

My nephew and I had a Sunday early morning swim and it was amazing. From the welcome at reception to the pre-swim briefing and exit chat, I can offer no… Read more “Beautiful lake swim”

Ocean walker Academy is a truly wonderful place to swim. I feel lucky to live so close and want to keep it quiet but I cannot help but tell everyone… Read more “A place of tranquility.”

Two weeks ago myself, nephew and niece had our first open water swim, it was amazing not only the swim but the environment, facilities and staff. The water was great,… Read more “Fabulous first Open water swim”

WOW… from the Warmest welcome on reception right though to the warmest waters in Crystal Lake the whole experience has just been fab , Adam even spent time telling all… Read more “Crystal Lake”

As a lady of 60 l wasn’t sure if l would feel silly wanting to swim … but not at all!! Everyone was so welcoming – other swimmers friendly –… Read more “Absolutely brilliant experience!”

Everyone is so friendly and immediately make you feel welcome, comfortable and safe. The lake is stunning, so beautiful! I enjoy swimming for relaxation and a bit of exercise, doing… Read more “My new happy place”

Clean lake, picturesque and lovely to swim in. Friendly team running venue.

I am not a strong swimmer, or even particularly enjoy swimming but when I saw Ocean Walker Academy advertise, open water swimming, I said “I have to go..”None of my… Read more “Amazing”

Lived up to expectations from the website. Thoroughly enjoying outdoor swimming. Ocean Walker have made an environment whereby outdoor swimming can be safe, fun and also challenging for experienced swimmers… Read more “Swimming”

The fresh cool water and natural surrounds relax me into a gentle, effortless swim without the stress of being stuck behind a slow swimmer or hassled by a fast one… Read more “Natural Swimming”

For some one who is apprehensive about fish, weeds and the unknown I certainly didn’t feel that way when getting into the water at Ocean Walker academy. It was really… Read more “Best Openwater experience”

Not like wild swimming but a really lovely experience. An hour was long enough. The water was warm so no need for wet suits. Took an unfit girl like me… Read more “so safe”

I love swimming but never tried open water swimming before. This place is a hidden little gem, it was the best experience I’ve ever had. The water is so blue,… Read more “Amazing”

Great set up , went with a few friends for a kayak/ padal boarding session. Made all the funnier by my husband falling in a few times, everyone had a… Read more “Brilliant fun”

We received a warm welcome at Ocean Walker Academy a week after it opened it’s doors. What a wonderful, rural and peaceful setting for an open water evening swim. Adam… Read more “Warm welcome, great waters!”

What an amazing open water first swim we had, lovely place and looking forward to my next visit

This fantastic open water swimming lake is the perfect place to wind down after a tough week. Swimming in clear, clean water with dragonflies, oystercatchers and swallows dipping all around,… Read more “Utter tranquility”

Loved my open water swim experience. So peaceful and quiet with lovely views. Will definitely be back for another visit and would recommend to any friends or family.

What a gem! I swam in a pool regularly before lockdown and I was reluctant to start again when regulations eased. A friend told me about the lake and I… Read more “Fantastic facility”

Had a fantastic relaxing evening swim . What a wonderful setting, being at one with nature . Warm welcome from owners and a feeling of being safe at all times… Read more “With nature”

I’ve been every week for about 5 weeks now and I love it more and more every time I go. It’s such a beautiful, tranquil place to be in the… Read more “Absolutely beautiful place to be”

I really enjoyed my trip to Ocean walkers Crystal Lake. Staff so friendly and I felt completely safe as I swam because of a member of staff overseeing the lake… Read more “Great swim”

I had my first open water swim a few weeks ago and loved every second of it. The water was warm and clean and I personally appreciated the AstroTurf for… Read more “Great for the soul!”

What a fantastic experience to be able to swim in open water. I am a keen swimmer and so far have only swam in swimming pools. Swimming in the lake… Read more “Freedom!”

We have absolutely loved our time at the beautiful crystal lake. We were 3 novice open water swimmers and have now become way more confident, to the point where I… Read more “Flowery Hat Ladies!”

My first visit to your lake and the service was first class. The lake itself was a delight to swim in,it felt like river swimming ,will definitely be coming regularly.

I started my open water swimming here a few weeks ago, as a novice, and every week I love it even more. This beautiful environment, and great course are a… Read more “A wonderful experience!”

Was greeted by all friendly, helpful members of staff. Changing facilities were not available but that is more the fault of Covid, toilets were available and clean. Was lucky enough… Read more “Glorious outdoor swim”

Adam demonstrated how I swam after he had got me to swim a length. He then demonstrated the Ocean Walker swim technique. We would meet once a week where Adam… Read more “Swim with a bad technique and you will be practicing bad technique.”

As a former Royal Marines Commando I wasn’t afraid of hard work and had always maintained a high level of personal fitness. Why then was it that I was left… Read more “Mike’s Story”

I’ve always struggled with front crawl and since taking up open water swimming I was keen to improve my endurance and technique. I came across the Ocean Walker Technique and… Read more “No more breastroke for me!”

I’ve been swimming since i was a kid and doing triathlons since 2012. I needed something to help improve my stroke. I found Adams workshop just what I needed. Adam’s… Read more “You have reignited my passion for swimming”

I started to learn swimming at 30 years old, and after 10 years of struggling, with so many and often opposite advices in different lessons/stages, I decided to make a… Read more “Fun, very professional… and moreover efficient! What else?”

I went to my first clinic with Adam in April 2017. This was prompted by hearing him interviewed on radio about his developing a technique for endurance swimming having had… Read more “Southampton Follow up clinic”

After seeing endless videos on instagram of Adam swimming using his own technique and the effortlessness plus the speed he was creating i thought i wanna piece of that. But… Read more “I Cant Believe It”

I had the opportunity to work with Adam for 3 days over his specific approach to comfortable, joyful, strong and effective swimming! I am thankful to Adam as I had… Read more “A great and unique swimming experience!”

Adam is a terrific and patient teacher. I had two one-on-one sessions with him and also a group session. The OW stroke is worth persisting with and refining on your… Read more “A Great Teacher”

The videos you supplied following the session are excellent and I have worked with them since. I now swim in the fast lane at my pool. Not because I want… Read more “I now swim in the fast lane!”

After an ongoing shoulder injury I decided to try out Adam’s swim technique to see if that would help. I really enjoyed the 1:1 sessions and felt that I learnt… Read more “I swim completely differently now!”

WOW! 1 week on from my first lesson, I’ve just done an Ironman distance training swim that was 5 minutes quicker than I’ve done this year! Equaled my fastest time… Read more “5 minutes quicker!”

Meeting Adam was a revelation! I had a 2 on 1 lesson with Adam and can easily call this one of the best days of my life! I took up… Read more “One of the best days of my life!”

A one-to-one half day session with Adam was a terrific experience. Adam is a great coach and the video analysis is a good way to see what you’re going wrong,… Read more “A terrific experience!”

Due to an accident at work 3 years ago I’ve developed major back issues, and after numerous procedures, surgery etc it had stopped me swimming !! I started hydrotherapy and… Read more “He has worked miracles with me!”