An open-water journey for two, created by SwimNest in collaboration with Wild Wellness and Dippy. Curious about open-water swimming, but not quite sure where to begin? We’re looking for two people at or near the beginning of their open-water journey to join us for a supported experience in the Lake District this autumn. You might never have swum outdoors before, or perhaps you’ve tried it once or twice but would like the knowledge and support to take that next step. Apply with a friend, partner, family member or someone else you’d like to share the experience with. What’s included • A private open-water coaching session with Wild Wellness, shaped around your starting point and experience • A Dippy open-water starter kit for each participant, including a 28L swimming dry bag & tow float, swim cap, 3mm neoprene swim gloves, 3mm neoprene swim socks and 40L waterproof tote bag • The opportunity to choose preferred colourways and relevant sizes from the Dippy range available at the time • Professional photography capturing the experience • Follow-up reflections and the opportunity to feature in the SwimNest Journal This isn’t about being the fastest swimmer or already feeling confident in open water. We’re interested in why the water appeals to you, what may have held you back, and what taking that first supported step could mean. The experience will take place in the Lake District, with the final date agreed with the selected participants. Please note that travel to and from the Lake District and any accommodation required are not included and will need to be arranged and paid for by the selected participants. Ready to apply? Select “Send an enquiry” below to begin your application. If you don’t already have a SwimNest account, you’ll be prompted to create one. Please select Guest when asked. Complete the application questions shown on the next screen. These form the main part of your application. At the end, you’ll also see an Enquiry message box. Please use this for anything else you’d like us to know about you both — a short note is absolutely fine. Applications close Sunday 13 September 2026.

Important application information

Applications Applications are free and close at 11:59pm on Sunday 13 September 2026. Applications received after the closing time will not be considered. One pair will be selected jointly by SwimNest, Wild Wellness and Dippy. Selection is not random and applications are not judged on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications will be considered based on the applicants’ current experience with open-water swimming, their reasons for applying, what they hope to gain from the experience and their suitability for the coached session. Application review and data sharing Relevant information provided as part of your application may be shared between SwimNest, Wild Wellness and Dippy for the purpose of reviewing applications, selecting the participants and administering the campaign. Application information will not be used by Wild Wellness or Dippy for unrelated marketing unless you separately choose to give consent to receive marketing from them. Who can apply Both participants must be aged 18 or over at the time of application. Both participants should be at or near the beginning of their open-water journey. Both participants must be able to travel to the Lake District for the experience and be available on the final agreed campaign date. The selected participants will be required to complete Wild Wellness’ normal pre-session health and suitability checks before taking part. Any health information requested for this purpose will be managed by Wild Wellness as the coaching provider and should not be included in the initial SwimNest campaign application. What’s included Each selected participant will receive: • A private open-water coaching experience with Wild Wellness • One Dippy 28L swimming dry bag & tow float • One Dippy swim cap • One pair of Dippy 3mm neoprene swim gloves • One pair of Dippy 3mm neoprene swim socks • One Dippy 40L waterproof tote bag • Professional photography during the experience • The opportunity to share reflections from the experience as part of SwimNest campaign and Journal content Participants will be invited to choose their preferred colourways and relevant sizes from the Dippy range available at the time. Product availability may vary. There is no cash alternative to the experience or products supplied. Travel and accommodation Travel to and from the Lake District is not included. Any accommodation required before or after the experience is also not included. The selected participants will be responsible for arranging and paying for their own transport, accommodation and any other personal expenses associated with attending the experience. Photography and campaign participation This is a documented participant journey as well as a coached experience. Both selected participants will therefore need to be comfortable being professionally photographed and with agreed images and reflections being used by SwimNest, Wild Wellness and Dippy in connection with the campaign, including websites, social media and related editorial or promotional content. We’re interested in capturing the experience naturally - participants will not be expected to perform or create content themselves. Selection Submitting an application does not guarantee selection. Preferred applicants will be contacted privately before any public announcement. Final participation will be subject to availability and Wild Wellness confirming suitability following its normal pre-session health and safety checks. If the initially selected applicants are unable to take part, another application may be selected. Changes to the experience Open-water activity is weather and conditions dependent. SwimNest, Wild Wellness and Dippy may make reasonable changes to the timing, location or practical arrangements where necessary for safety, weather or water conditions. By applying By submitting an application, you confirm that the information you provide is accurate and that you have permission from the person you are applying with to include them in the application.