Open water swimming for all
DemocraSea
Swimming is an activity that is accessible to everyone, whatever their level, shape or specific needs. It allows you to enjoy the benefits of the water while respecting your individual abilities and goals. Whether in a group or on an individual basis, swimming promotes well-being, independence and inclusion.
What are the benefits of adapted open water swimming?
With the many benefits that this activity provides, adapted swimming in open water allows you to :
Strengthening muscles
Gentle thanks to the natural resistance of water
Improving coordination
But also balance by reinforcing body stability
Encouraging breathing
Thanks to breath control techniques that help you relax mentally.
Relieve pain
Whether articular or muscular
Good to know!
At what age can you start swimming in open water?
The good news is that adapted swimming can be taken up at any age. It can be part of a treatment programme, a rehabilitation programme or simply a leisure activity. It's also an excellent way of (re)gaining self-confidence in the water.
Why is swimming an activity for everyone?
Swimming is an activity that is accessible to a wide range of people because water supports the body, reducing gravity and allowing you to move freely, without pain. Whatever your morphology or physical condition, you can find a way of swimming that suits you, with or without flotation devices.
What equipment is essential for adaptive swimming?
Find all the practical and essential equipment you need for swimming:
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Flow Fins - Mellow Sea
- 39,90 €
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3/2 mm Double-Zip Men's AquaWalking Wetsuit - Anfibi by Mellow Sea
- 219,90 €
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Women's 3/2 mm Long John Wetsuit - Anfibi by Mellow Sea
- 184,90 €
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Suitable combinations
The Mellow Sea brand offers a wide range of unique and innovative wetsuits and accessories that are easy to put on and adapt to all body shapes.
How do you choose the right swimming equipment?
It is essential to choose equipment that is comfortable and suited to your level:
- Goggles and swimming cap for added comfort
- Floatation equipment if required (boards, belts, fries)
- Easy-to-put-on swimming costume or wetsuit
Putting on a neoprene wetsuit can sometimes be like a sports session before the sport itself! That's why the Mellow Sea brand has designed the Anfibi range: not only practical and easy to use, but also adapted to those who need extra help getting dressed or undressed, Mellow Sea wetsuits include a host of details to make you feel more at ease when changing, both before and after the session:
Double-zip
A double zip system that allows the suit to be opened from both the front and the back
100% Ultra Stretch Neoprene
Ultra-stretch neoprene, extremely supple and comfortable for freedom of movement.
Double collar fastening
Double collar fastening: Velcro at the front and Velcro at the back so you can adjust the collar fastening to your liking. to your liking, limiting water ingress on cold days and allowing you to breathe on warmer days.
Ankle zips
A zip at the ankles for easy foot passage
Mellow Sea's Anfibi wetsuits make getting into the water a breeze. Mellow Sea is committed to making the pleasures of water sports accessible to everyone!
Is it possible to adapt a suit for a specific need?
Do you or a loved one have a particular disability that restricts your ocean activities? Write to us at boutique@mellowsea.com and we'll be delighted to find a solution to your needs by customising our equipment. At Mellow Sea, we take great care to understand your constraints in order to improve the development of our products.
How can we make swimming safer?
When swimming in a natural environment, you need to take a few precautions: safety is paramount! It's perfectly possible to use buoyancy aids such as life jackets or inflatable buoys to ensure safety and independence.
In any case, we recommend that you never swim alone and, wherever possible, that you work with a trained professional. Finally, we recommend that you practice in a supervised environment (swimming pool or supervised beach).
How can we make swimming safer?
When swimming in a natural environment, you need to take a few precautions: safety is paramount! It's perfectly possible to use buoyancy aids such as life jackets or inflatable buoys to ensure safety and independence.
In any case, we recommend that you never swim alone and, wherever possible, that you work with a trained professional. Finally, we recommend that you practice in a supervised environment (swimming pool or supervised beach).
What facilities are available for adapted aquatic activities in the Basque Country or Landes?
Clubs, associations, schools: choose the right wetsuits for hire
At Mellow Sea, thanks to our double zip system, our wetsuits are not only practical and easy to use, but also suitable for those who need extra assistance getting dressed or undressed. We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy the pleasures of water sports and we are committed to making this experience accessible to all.
Discover all the adapted water activities
What is DemocraSea?
Democrasea is a project initiated by Mellow Sea and supported by the Région Nouvelle Aquitaine, whose mission is to make aquatic activities more accessible to everyone, including people with special needs (convalescence, disability, fragile mental health, pregnancy...). Because everyone should be able to enjoy the benefits of the ocean.
