Directory of Winter Swimming Resources

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Also known as ice-swimming, this activity is undertaken in both Northern and Southern Hemispheres, in the sea, fresh water, and swimming pools. It is usually in the context of a group or club, and may be for endurance, health benefits, or as a personal challenge.

Resources in This Category

• Bondi Icebergs

  http://www.icebergs.com.au/
  Founded in 1929 in Sydney, Australia, the swimming club presents details of its facilities, events and history, with membership form and merchandise for sale.

• Cold Water Therapy

  http://www.alliancemartialarts.com/cold.html
  A martial arts perspective on the benefits of icy water, with photographs and suggestions for a procedure to follow.

• Coney Island Polar Bear Club

  http://www.polarbearclub.org/
  Features photographs, history, and details of club activities, with FAQ and merchandise. New York, USA.

• Jacksonport Polar Bear Club

  http://www.jacksonportpolarbearclub.com/
  Includes pictures of annual swims, instructions, tips and articles. Wisconsin, USA.

• Polar Bear Club

  http://www.morz.h12.ru/polar-bear-club.html
  Group in Moscow, Russia presents photograph galleries of their members and events.

• Wikipedia: Ice Swimming

  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice_swimming
  Gives an account of the different practices in several countries, with an explanation of how holes are kept open in the ice.

• Winter Swimming

  http://ecopsychology.swami-center.org/winter-swimming.shtml
  Examines the benefits from a spiritual perspective, and provides a video to download.

• World Winter Swimming Championships

  http://www.slsc.org.uk/cwsc/
  Held in the United Kingdom in February 2008. Provides details of events, accommodation, rules, and FAQ.

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