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Swimming alone is meditative, but a group gives you lane partners who raise your pace, experienced swimmers who correct your technique, and a social ritual around every session that makes you actually look forward to getting in the water.

For open water swimming, a group is essential for safety as much as motivation. Most open water events have buddy systems and safety cover that make sea and lake swimming accessible to swimmers who would never venture in alone.

Masters swimming clubs welcome adults of all abilities and are structured by lane pace rather than age. They are one of the most inclusive sports communities for adult returners and experienced swimmers alike.

Browse Social for swimming plans in your area — pool sessions, open water mornings, and organised swim events. Plans show the venue, water type, level, and session format so you know what to expect before you show up.

Your local leisure centre often runs social swim sessions or hosts informal clubs. Ask at the pool desk about any group swims, or check community noticeboards.