Join our workshop on open water swimming
This year, we’re offering 3 open water swimming camps for swimmers of all abilities. And now, we’re now inviting you to take part in a… Read More »Join our workshop on open water swimming
This year, we’re offering 3 open water swimming camps for swimmers of all abilities. And now, we’re now inviting you to take part in a… Read More »Join our workshop on open water swimming
When you live in Stockholm, it’s easy to enjoy the water in the summer. There are lots of places to swim, cool off or just… Read More »Staying safe in the heat
This year, Stockholm International Swimming Club is celebrating its 5th anniversary which we celebrated in style with part of the team at Stallmästaregården just on… Read More »Stockholm International Swimming Club turns 5
Are you looking for a way to energize and challenge your team? Then team up with Stockholm International Swimming Club for an open water swimming… Read More »Open water swimming courses for companies
Dear SISC members, This year’s annual general meeting will be held on 29 May at 18:00. Due to concerns about COVID-19, the meeting will be… Read More »Notice to attend the Annual General Meeting 2020/Kallelse till årsmöte 2020
According to the Public Health Agency of Sweden, physical activity is good for public health, so we should all keep participating in sports, although outdoor exercise is… Read More »Recommendations for sports activities during COVID-19
According to the World Health Organization, Europe is now the center of the COVID-19 pandemic. The risk of the coronavirus spreading in Sweden is considered to be very high. People are more… Read More »We’re still swimming!
Everyone is talking about coronavirus these days. It’s not surprising that people are worried and want to protect themselves. We at Stockholm International Swimming Club are following the recommendations of the public health authorities in Sweden and would like to inform our students of what we’re doing to protect our students, keep our lessons save and help prevent the spread of the coronavirus in Sweden.
Read More »Our precautions against COVID-19Looking for a new experience in Sweden? Winter swimming can be a thrilling way to challenge yourself and experience nature in a whole different way.
The health benefits of winter swimming have been scientifically proven. Swimming in cold water increases feel-good hormones, reduces stress and improves sleep (unless you have heart or blood circulation problems, which means swimming in ice-cold water should be avoided).
Cold water causes constriction of the blood vessels, which allows your body to retain heat, and blood pressure increases to avoid cooling down. In the process to protect the body, hormones like endorphins are released and act as pain relief (as well as an antidepressant) for a few hours. This is one reason why winter bathers are known to lead more active lives and are generally happier and more fulfilled than other people. Another reason could be the great feeling of adventure winter swimming delivers!
With Christmas right around the corner, the all-too-familiar “holiday gift” anxiety is increasing as well. Questions like What in the world should I get them? Will they like my present? start running through our minds, causing unneeded stress during the holiday season. However, with this Christmas Gift Guide for Swimmers, I hope to present simple solutions to your gift-giving worries!
Read More »Christmas Gift Guide for Swimmers 2019