A series of five, 5km swims, undertaken in 5 separate locations, which must ideally include

one sea/ocean swim (IF practical ie. If you live in a landlocked country, this may be difficult but

please get clarification), aimed at  para, adaptive or disabled swimmers. 

 

• Swimmers can undertake each swim in a wetsuit or skins.

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• There is no time limit to complete the swims, or the Para V challenge. 

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• Swims must be witnessed by an observer, preferably independent but, if the swim is supported by evidence from a GPS tracker (eg Garmin), then the independence of the observer is not necessary.

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• Each swimmer is responsible for ensuring they swim in a safe manner and are suitably prepared for the endeavour. 

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• Tow floats aren’t mandatory but being able to be seen by other water users is extremely important.

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•  All Para V swims have to be reported to Para V with the following information included:  

  • ​Photos of location and entry/exit from the water

  • Total time of each swim

  • Date of each swim

  • Name of observer (s)

  • Use of “What Three Words” is recommended.

 

• Swimmers may be accompanied by other swimmers, helpers, or their support team but they cannot provide assistance with propulsion.

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• Any stroke can be used, including non-standard strokes if that is all the swimmers can manage.

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• Feeding is allowed but the swimmer cannot leave the water while doing so. 

 

• Flippers are not to be used unless with prior agreement of the Founder.