We thrive on sharing the joy of wild swimming in the South of Scotland and beyond by encouraging our adventurers to explore new places or return to old favourites and in so doing embracing the transformative joy of wild water sympathetically and safely so that you reconnect with nature, feel exhilarated, and find a sense of fulfilment they never knew existed. 

Take to the Water offers inspiring and empowering swims in new and exciting swim locations in Scotland. Our swims are designed specifically for each individual group of swimmers and takes into consideration ability, specific needs and requirements to ensure each experience meets and exceeds expectations. Our swim guides thrive on creating magic in and around the natural watery world in Scotland. 

About us

Together Lynda, and her husband Gordon, set up Take to the Water CIC in 2022 to promote and support wild swimming in sympathy with our environment, the adventures it creates, the friends which are made, and the health and wellbeing benefits involved, from our base in the Scottish Borders.   

We both have a deep love for the outdoors, and we are passionate about sharing and encouraging everyone to make the most of what nature offers, including the many beautiful bodies of water found across Scotland and beyond. While Gordon likes to walk, Lynda loves wild swimming, and their mission is to encourage you to ‘take to the water’ too. 

Our swim guides are all qualified with their own warm charming characteristics, complementary interests and are safety and people centric.

What we offer

Adventure Breaks:  

We are spoilt for choice with the wide variety of fabulous outdoor natural rivers, lochs and beaches to explore in Scotland. We thrive on taking adventurers on organised or bespoke swim trips around the country and more specifically we are advocates of promoting the fabulous swim opportunities in the South of Scotland, an area seldom explored.  

Team Building / Leadership & Management for Organisations:  

With a wealth of knowledge and experience in coaching Leadership & Management Lynda brings her honed skills from her corporate world into Take to the Water offering bespoke or group developmental sessions immersed in nature with cold water as the stretch challenge. For the Teambuilding opportunities she builds sessions immersed in nature around Teams working together to help increase the level of trust, and team centric knowledge which ultimately enhances efficiency and productivity. And again, no surprises, uses cold water as part of the agenda.

Introduction to Cold Water:  

Aimed at newbies who are desperate to explore the benefits of cold-water dipping for themselves but are not quite sure where to start. Our introductory sessions provides a solid basis of information both theoretical and practical to allow them to continue with their new favourite activity with confidence. 

Additional Services: 

We work with local youth groups promoting  water safety as well as groups of people who are more vulnerable introducing them to the magical and powerful health benefits, especially enhancement of mental wellbeing through cold water dipping