Don’t worry, the music is nearly finished. I wanted to see if I could freestyle actually freestyle that means literally nothing written down in advance other than the word Southend. So here is a rap freestyle about my beloved Southend on Sea. | Russell Kane

It’s not about your pace or how far you swam. It’s about the experience. The weather, the rhythm of the water, the flashes of life above and below the surface. It’s about meeting nature where it is, sometimes pushing against its power, sometimes surrendering to its calm. If your swim is always defined by the numbers on your watch, you’ll miss the wonder that’s right in front of you. | Brent Hayden

💡WHAT IS SURVIVAL SWIMMING? Unlike competitive swimming that focuses on speed, survival swimming teaches you to stay afloat and move efficiently without exhaustion. It’s designed for adults of all fitness levels, using minimal movements to conserve energy until help arrives. At Swimtravel Philippines, we’re not just a swim school. We’re a life-saving school. Since 2017, our original Survival Swimming Method has helped thousands of adults, even complete beginners, gain the skills and confidence