Renaissance Swimmer

Tag: wildlife encounters

  • SCUBA and Snorkelling: When Being a Swimmer Helps, and When It Doesn’t

    SCUBA and Snorkelling: When Being a Swimmer Helps, and When It Doesn’t

    How two swimming-related activities led to very different experiences A core concept in Renaissance Swimmer is to be curious and open-minded about new swimming-related experiences. Within swimming itself, it’s clear that there are benefits to broadening the range of activities you do. But how far does that extend? Two swimming-related activities that I have very…

  • There’s a Shark. Quick! Get in the Water

    There’s a Shark. Quick! Get in the Water

    Shark sightings aren’t always a reason to panic I always assumed I would be frightened of sharks. I get startled by shark-shaped shadows in the mostly shark-free waters around the British coast. I was therefore surprised by my excitement and lack of fear when I encountered sharks for the first time in the wild. It…