Welcome to the National Open Water Coaching Association
Through our regulation and governance of suitably appointed venues, the Association seeks to provide safe, quality open water training facilities for the use of swimmers and other water-sport participants, with training and coaching provided by appropriately qualified and NOWCA registered coaching personnel
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2011 promises to be a fantastic year for open water swimming and here at NOWCA we are busy moving to our new HQ at Thorpe Lakes ready for the season to begin.
Thorpe Lakes represents possibly the best open water swimming venue in the UK. Not only do we have multiple lakes offering a full range of open water swimming distances and individual coaching + group courses, but there is also a well stocked shop and fixed distance running courses.
If you are new to NOWCA then please read on, as a swimmer if you signup today - for free - you can enjoy a free swim at Thorpe Lakes.
Don't worry if you are not based near Thorpe, we have a growing list of NOWCA approved lakes throughout the UK.
As well as discounted swims NOWCA offers you the assurance that the lake and coach you are using meet the hightest standards. Register below for free.
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Accreditation and NOWCA listing can bring more customers to your lake and highlights your dedication to safety and standards.
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As a NOWCA approved coach you can benefit from our directory, advertising your service to all our members
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