Welcome to Dover Channel Training

We offer tried and tested methods for training for your big swim, whether that’s a relay or solo and whether that’s the English Channel or one of the hundreds of other swims around the world.

We are a membership organisation, driven by volunteers, that cares about your journey and achievements.

You’ll find all sorts of content here from blogs, advice and even a shop.

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NEWS UPDATE:

Emma France, who is the company director of Paddlefish Panda Ltd, through which Dover Channel Training operates, has decided that 2024 is her last year of operating training on the beach. She will still be involved in the sport and with swimming coaching & training plan support through the parent company. If you are interested in taking over the operations of Dover Channel Training, please get in touch with Emma to learn more about what is involved or to discuss options


You’re standing on a beach near Dover, it’s pitch black, you look out into the distance and notice the moon sparkling off the water, the lights of passing boats in the distance. You raise your arm and hear the horn from the boat as you step purposefully into the water, excited to take the first stroke to finish the adventure of a lifetime
— Together we can do this, Emma France

Your first step to joining us is to become a member. You can do that right here. Our booking system can be found within our membership gated area.

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