Introduction to Cold-Water Swimming

Whether you’re preparing for the triathlon season (e.g., the Einsiedeln Triathlon) or simply looking to enjoy a swim in the lake, we’re kicking off the 2026 season with a special cold-water swim in Lake Zurich. You’ll learn the basics of cold-water swimming and take a guided swim in the still-cool lake. 

Expert guidance

Experienced swim coaches led by Michael “Micky” Tronczik will share tips and tricks for open-water swimming, with a special focus on cold-water conditions. Of course, we’ll be swimming together in the lake.

Program

5:00 p.m.: Part 1 at Tempo Sport in the store in Horgen

– Introduction to the basics of open-water swimming / Refresher course for experienced swimmers
– Tips on preparation, equipment, behavior, training, and safety in cold water
– Answers to individual questions, plus tips and tricks for open-water swimming

6:00 p.m.: Part 2: Practical session on Lake Zurich near Horgen (we’ll walk together from the store to the lake)

– Group open-water training (exact distance depends on water temperature)

Registration and Fees

The cold-water seminar costs CHF 20 per person. Participants in ourOpen Water trainingand registered participants inthe Einsiedeln Triathlonmay attend for free. Wearing a wetsuit is mandatory.
If needed, you can rent a wetsuit for the event at a special price of CHF 20. Please indicate your height and weight when registering.
Registration and information: events@tempo-sport.ch
Please transfer the feeafter your registration has been confirmedto the account of Tempo-Sport AG at Bank Zimmerberg, 8810 Horgen (IBAN CH26 0682 4347 9242 8455 0) with the reference “Cold Water Seminar 2026”.

Further information: Blog post

Hereyou'll find a blog post on cold-water swimming that provides an introduction to the topic, as well asinstructional videos.