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Open Water and Sea Swimming Coaching in Mumbai

byUjwal PoojariSessions at Ujwal Poojari Swimming Classes, Versova, MumbaiStarts from10,800 per 2-month cycleView full gallery

Moving from the pool to the ocean requires more than just endurance; it requires technique and mental grit. Join our open water training to master sighting, currents, and deep-water confidence.

Our team, the Ocean Rangers, competing at the Crown Aquatic Swimming Championship in Goa. This open water event is a qualifier for international competitions, and we train our swimmers to perform at this high level.

This video demonstrates the high elbow catch in an open water setting. This technique is crucial for maintaining forward propulsion, especially when dealing with waves and currents in the sea.

All smiles and confidence before the Amby Valley Open Water Swimathon. These kids bring so much energy to our sea training sessions. They are ready to take on distances from 400 meters to 1.5 kilometers.

About Open Water & Sea Swimming

When you move from the pool to the sea, the game changes. You stop relying on lane lines and start needing to sight—lifting your head just enough to navigate the swell without killing your momentum. In our sea sessions, we drill this repeatedly so you learn to read the waves rather than fighting them, keeping your stroke rhythm intact even when the water gets choppy.

Training for the Open Water

Most swimmers find the transition to the sea intimidating because the water is unpredictable. My philosophy is simple: you cannot fight the ocean, but you can learn to work with it. My open water program, based out of Versova, is designed to turn that fear into focus.

What We Focus On

  • Sighting Techniques: We train you to lift your eyes just enough to orient yourself without dropping your hips or breaking your stroke rhythm.
  • Handling Surge & Currents: Learn how to stay calm when the water pushes you off course. We work on maintaining a steady catch and pull, even in turbulent conditions.
  • Mental Conditioning: The ocean requires a different mindset than a controlled pool environment. We coach you through deep-water anxiety, teaching you to trust your breath and your buoyancy.
  • Acclimatization: We run specialized sea sessions that simulate race conditions. This is where you practice drafting, managing the cold, and handling the chop of the Mumbai coast.

Why Join Our Squad

I run a tight, competitive environment where iron sharpens iron. Whether you are training for an upcoming Swimathon, an Olympic triathlon, or you just want to conquer the deep end, you will be training with a group of swimmers who are equally committed. We don't just swim laps; we prepare for the reality of long-distance swimming. Remember, under pressure, you sink to the level of your training. Let us make sure your training is ready for the sea.

18 years of open water coaching.Approved by the tribe
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Ujwal Poojari

Sessions at Ujwal Poojari Swimming Classes, Versova, MumbaiStarts from 10,800 per 2-month cycle

I’m Ujwal, and I’ve spent 18 years helping swimmers move from the pool to the open sea. I don't believe in just pushing you through the water; I believe in teaching you how to respect it and own it. If you are ready to stop making excuses and start putting in the work, I am here to coach you.