Summer Club
Summer Swimming
Our Summer Club runs from 1 July until 30 Sept
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Summer Club Highlights
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What is the NOWCA Summer Club?
NOWCA Summer Club is an exciting distance challenge that runs from 1 July until 30 September 2026.
You are challenged to swim the distance of some of the most amazing locations by the last day of the programme.
This year, we launch our Summer Club with the LAC LÉMAN – also known as Lake Geneva in Switzerland.
You will choose your challenge:
- 5km
- 20km
- 45km
- 70km
You may participate in one, two, three or all four distances – it’s your choice. You don’t need to start at 5km – but you will need to if you aim to collect all four medals!
Joining the Summer Club means you get to take part in swimming the distance of Lac Léman, but at your local venue over 3 months.
Test your endurance and swim a distance you never thought possible!
How do I join?
You must sign up for your chosen distance by 31 August 2026.
All swim distances are counted from 1 July until 30 September 2026 regardless of the date you signed up – ie. if you sign up in August, your swim distance will be backdated and counted from 1 July.
To join, simply log into the ACTiO booking app and search for NOWCA SUMMER CLUB.
Then you can select and pay for the distances you wish to participate in.
Each distance costs £10 each and you will receive a medal when you successfully reach the distance milestone.
The distance is based on total cumulative distance – and you are not required to start each milestone from scratch each time.
For example: When you complete the 5km distance, you only need to swim another 15km to reach your 20km milestone – not 5km + 20km.
MOST EXCITINGLY, when you enter all four distances, you get the chance to collect the full set of medals – which when placed side by side, gives you the complete picture of this year’s Summer Club image.
Participating Venues
The Summer Club is based on your cumulative swim distance at any and all venues that are part of the NOWCA venue network – we work with over 40 stunning venues throughout the UK!
You must be able to tap-in and tap-out of our swim safety system – and ensure your swim distance is recorded for it to count toward your milestone.
Summer Club Medals
Our Summer Club medals follows your journey and celebrates each of your milestones. Medals will be sent out at the end of the programme.
Start
Chillon Castle
Begin your journey at the iconic Chillon Castle. Set on the shores of Lake Geneva and framed by stunning Alpine scenery, this medieval fortress is one of Switzerland’s most famous landmarks and the perfect starting point for your challenge.
5km
Montreux
At 5km, you will reach the vibrant town of Montreux on the beautiful Montreux Riviera. Famous for its lakeside promenade, mountain views, and world-renowned Montreux Jazz Festival, it marks your first major milestone.
20km
Vevey
Continue to the charming lakeside town of Vevey. Known for its connection to Charlie Chaplin, picturesque waterfront, and as the home of Nestlé’s global headquarters, Vevey represents a significant step along your journey.
45km
Lausanne
Arrive in Lausanne, one of the largest and most important cities on Lake Geneva. Home to the Olympic Museum and the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee, reaching Lausanne means you’ve completed almost two-thirds of the challenge.
70km
Bains des Pâquis, Geneva
Cross the finish line at Bains des Pâquis, one of Geneva’s most iconic lakeside destinations. With views across the lake towards the Jet d’Eau and the surrounding mountains, this landmark marks the successful completion of the full 70km Lake Geneva Challenge.
Summer Club Scoreboard
- Tap-in for your swim session
- Ensure your swim distance is added to your swim when you tap-out.
- If your distance was not recorded for any reason, please speak directly with the venue you swam at.
Only swim activities booked as general Open Water Swimming (or the equivalent) are counted toward the total distance – ie. sessions that are excluded from the distance count are themed swims, moon swims, sauna & dip, sup & dip, etc.
Terms & Conditions
- All qualifying distances must be completed between 1 July and 30 September 2026.
- You must register for the Summer Club via ACTiO by 31 August 2026.
- Once your registration has been completed, entry fees are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be exchanged for cash, credit, or any other activity or event under any circumstances.
- Medals will only be awarded to participants who achieve their selected milestone during the programme period.
- All medals will be dispatched at the beginning of October 2026.
- Participants will appear on the Summer Club scoreboard once they have successfully registered.
- Distances swum at all participating NOWCA venues during the programme period will automatically count towards your total distance.
- Only swim activities booked as general Open Water Swimming (or the equivalent) are counted toward the total distance – ie. sessions that are excluded from the distance count are themed swims, moon swims, sauna & dip, sup & dip, etc.
