Fit & Abel

We are back into racing this week! Join us at Naval Point for our second @funkytrunks and @funkita race this Wednesday 13 January! Please enter online early; https://goteamup.com/p/403516-fit-and-abel-nz-ltd/ Registration opens from 5:30pm with racing kicking off at 6:30pm. Race distances include; 500m, 1000m and 2000m. ... See you sea side #swimracing #raceseries #openwater #openwaterswimming See more

Picture perfect morning at #lakeswimfitness today what a spectacular place to swim, train, share stories, take time, socialise and enjoy nature. Next weekend #lakeswimfitness is on Sat morning, 21 Nov, not the Sunday! Note it on the calendar We look forward to seeing you there! #swimming #openwaterswimming #openwaterswim #openwater #pictureperfect #chch #lovetoswim #sundaymorning #sogood #sunrise #daybreak

10:15am Saturday we are back at MACs pool for our second #wintersquad. Every week, join us to keep your training on track and continue your swimming development over the cooler months. https://goteamup.com/providers/schedule/calendar/ ... #wintertraining #swimsquad #swimdevelopment #wintersquad #swimfitness See more

There’s nothing better than a good post swim stretch Followed by some R&R, a 121 consult and then deliciously nutritious food Absolutely cracker day #swimcamp #trainingcamp #swimtraining #christchurch #openwater #swimaddicts #daythree #swimming #learning #sharing

Plenty of awesome goodies up for grabs at our @funkytrunks and @funkitaswimwear Race Series tonight @puresportsnutrition podium prizes plus #funkytrunks & #funkita, @frontrunnercolombo and @duckewebrandco spot prizes! Don’t forget, online entries close at 2:00pm. If you miss the cut off, you can enter on the night, please bring cash ($30).... Registration will be open 5:30-6:15pm with racing starting at 6:30pm. It’s looking like a stunning afternoon ahead We look forward to seeing you at Naval Point Yacht Club for a great evening of action! #swimracing #raceseries #openwater #swimevent #realswim

We are ecstatic to announce our latest swim camp addition... Inspired by FitandAbel coaches experiences, our new and unique #breathingcamp is designed to build ability and confidence in the #openwaterswimmer. A waterman of the highest calibre and AIDA freediving instructor, @mossburmester is joining us for this three day camp to take you through the stroke mechanics of breathing, theory of breathing, breath hold theory and practical breathing activities. ... Plus local yogi Suzie will complement the learnings with yoga breathing exercises. This camp aims to expand your knowledge and abilities around the art of breathing, developing you into a much more confident swimmer. For more info and a camp schedule head to www.fitandabel.com and click Swim Camps. Or click to book; https://goteamup.com/p/403516-fit-and-abel-nz-ltd/courses// Please email enquiries to: [email protected]. #swimclinic #swimbreathing #swimdevelopment #breathholdtraining #breathholdtechniques

A cracking start to our #wintersquad sessions this morning with all the key elements: energy, enthusiasm, banter and lots of swimming! Same time, same place next week! #wintertraining #wintersquad #swimtraining #lovetoswim

WALTHAM LIDO EARLY MORNINGS START MON 16 NOV Who is joining us this coming Monday morning for their swimming fix at Waltham Lido? If you haven’t heard, #fitandabel, on behalf of the Outdoor Swimmers Club will be opening the lido 6am-9am weekdays for you to enjoy throughout summer. ... We have lobbied the CCC for years to have the Waltham space open to those who funded itand wahoo they have really listened and come to the party. Thank you CCC. Our goal is to make this an awesome adult, community, aquatic space. Here is how it will work and FAQ’s; Lanes will always be available for casual lane swimming so you can swim/train according to your own plans. There are coached swims Mon, Tues and Fri 6am-7am. And 121 lessons are available throughout the week. Who can swim during this time? YOU! Simply become a member of the Outdoor Swimmers Club (there is no additional cost to you) and you can make the most of this facility during these hours with us. How do I become a member of the Club? All you need to do is sign up with us through Go TeamUp (if you don’t already have a profile) and then purchase your first Waltham pass and $5 from this purchase goes to the Club. https://goteamup.com/p/403516-fit-and-abel-nz-ltd/. If you are under 18yrs of age, we ask you swim with a parent or guardian. Can I use my CCC swim pass? No, your CCC pass isn’t valid for use at Waltham during the hours mentioned above when FitandAbel/OSC are opening the pool. Here are the passes you can use at Waltham 6am 9am; Casual lane swimming $8, 30-day casual swim pass $60, season casual swim pass $225. To join the coached groups, you’ll need a multi group swim pass. Options available; 1 swim pass, 5 swim pass, 10 swim pass, 20 swim pass, 30 swim pass. And for a 121 lesson you will to purchase a 121 swim pass. The casual and multi group swim passes are not inter changeable. Lots to take in we knowa good starting point is visiting https://www.fitandabel.com/nz-swim-coaching/summer-2020/ and clicking any Book Now button to create a profile. From there you can purchase a pass or come down next week and chat with us, we would love to see you lido-side at YOUR outdoor aquatic community centre. #outdoorswimming #walthamlido #laneswimming #squads #121lessons

The smiles say it all...thank goodness it is a rest day tomorrow! Congratulations to all 16 swimmers who today completed the final day of the #christchurch swim training camp. A superb four days of swimming, sharing, learning, banter and new experiences. Many many hours and kilometres of swimming have been completed in a variety of locations. ... Thank you for bringing your own individual sparkle to the group. Enjoy a well deserved sleep in and rest day tomorrow #thatsawrap #swimcamp #distancetraining #doneanddusted #swimaddicts #openwater #lovetoswim See more

We are up and running!! Absolutely fantastic to be at #walthamlido this morning for our first of many morning sessions this summer! Dan kicked things off with one of his famous squad sessions! While other swimmers enjoyed their own relaxing swim. Thank you for joining us - it was great to see your happy smiling faces making the most of this excellent facility. And then enjoying a cuppa post swim. See you again tomorrow and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday...all summer! ...Sign up at www.fitandabel.com #outdoorswimming #squad #coaching #adultlearntoswim #laneswimming #morningsession #earlymorning #waltham #chchnz #swimmingatitsbest #swimbanter See more

FREESTYLE FUNDAMENTALS - update With the first freestyle fundamentals block course (below) selling out, we have added another one into the calendar. This will begin Wed 28 July and is available to book now; https://goteamup.com/p/403516-fit-and-abel-nz-ltd/courses// Starting Wed 19 May, we have the opportunity for you to join us for 4x 40min group sessions focusing on the fundamental skills for an efficient freestyle stroke. ... Body position, kick development, breathing timing...whether a beginner or just needing a refresh of these important skills, this course will be beneficial to your swim development as you continue your training over winter. The group is limited to 4 people and the four sessions will run across four weeks at The #RealSwimCentre, Kaiapoi. Bookings open now; https://goteamup.com/p/403516-fit-and-abel-nz-ltd/courses// #wintertraining #swimdevelopment #swimskills #freestyle #freestylefundamentals See more

Great local racing available on your doorstep #christchurch. It is exciting to see a new course with a change of location this year for the triathlon festival. Get amongst it at the end of this month! http://www.triathlonfestival.co.nz/

Early morning swim If you haven’t yet experienced #lakefitness at Lake Tahi then add it to your swimming list of things to do this #summer. This unique, relaxed, safe and friendly #openwaterswimming environment is perfect for your event training, your swimming fix and your morning wake up. ... We will look forward to you joining us on a Tuesday or Sunday morning over the coming weeks #morningswim #swimaddicts #openwater #lovetoswim #swimtraining #chch #swimmingfortheloveofit

#LakeSwimFitness tomorrow 0600... but you can start at 6.17am... 7.00am... 7.23am... infact anytime until 0815am. 900m laps , 400m laps , lush fresh water and a friendly crew . What's this all about you ask ? Come check it out. Register before 6pm tonight to get the latest email update for tomorrow. ... www.fitandabel.com OPEN WATER ADDICTS SINCE ... AGES AGO