2025 Dates: Sunday 5 October – Friday 10 October
Price: from £1,599pp
EFFICIENT FREESTYLE with james ewart
Join efficient freestyle specialist James Ewart and the SwimQuest team for a fantastic week of swimming around the stunning Balearic Island of Formentera. This trip comprises technique sessions that are structured to help you develop your stroke for a more effective, efficient freestyle, as well as exploratory adventure swims led by the SwimQuest guides. The trip also includes detailed one to one video stroke analysis.
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IS THIS WEEK FOR ME?
This tour is ideal for people who are already comfortable swimming 400m front crawl in <12 minutes and are comfortable swimming out of their depth. It’s also ideal for those who are new to swimming in open water who wish to develop their open water swimming skills and experience. Because of our small group sizes (max 14), we can ensure that every individual receives one-to-one advice and stroke analysis, as well as the opportunity to complete some stunning open water coastal swims. With a combination of video analysis sessions, pool sessions, seminars, and open water coastal swims, this is a varied trip resulting in new open water confidence and front crawl skills to take home.
ABOUT JAMES EWART
James is a technique focused swim coach, video analysis specialist and passionate open water swimmer. He helps swimmers to become more efficient by developing a balanced, streamlined and connected stroke. James helps you take the guesswork out of your swimming. He is also a certified STA Level 2 Open Water Coach To find out more about James visit his website: www.swimsmart.net
ABOUT FORMENTERA
USEFUL INFORMATION
- Price £1,599 based on a twin share room (see accommodation tab for single supplements and upgrades)
- Focus on swim technique, with pool and sea swimming and video analysis
- Minimum swimming requirement - 400m in front crawl, in <12 minutes and comfortable swimming out of your depth. If in doubt, please contact the office to discuss
- Average daily swimming - depends on ability, adaptable
- Approx. sea temperature range: May = 17-20C | October = 23-26C
- Group size – up to 14 swimmers
- Age range – 16+ (for family enquiries, please contact the office)
- Are non-swimmers welcome? Absolutely – non-swimmers are welcome to join the tour and enjoy beautiful Formentera.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Accommodation for 5 nights at the Hotel RocaBella
- Daily technique coaching, including both pool and sea swimming
- One-to-one video analysis
- Daily exploratory coastal and bay swims
- A full swim itinerary and safety cover, including two swim guides and relevant boat escorts where required
- A ‘challenge swim event’ at the end of the week (distance will be adapted to suit your ability level)
- Breakfasts and lunches
- Return transfers from Formentera harbour to the hotel
- All transportation to and from swim start points
- A SwimQuest microfibre poncho and SwimQuest poncho
- VAT
NOT INCLUDED:
- Flights (fly to Ibiza)
- Transport to Formentera Island (getting to Formentera is easy, just a short taxi / bus ride from Ibiza airport to the harbour, and then a 30-minute ferry across to Formentera, where we will meet you)
- Evening meals
- Any soft drink or alcohol purchases
- Wetsuit (if required)
- Single room supplements or superior room upgrades, please see ACCOMMODATION TAB for details
HOTEL ROCA BELLA
On this tour, you will stay in the friendly Hotel Roca Bella, situated on the beach of Es Pujols, moments away from crystal waters and Pujols town. Rooms are based on a twin share basis. If you wish, you can choose sole occupancy of a standard room or upgrade to a superior room subject to availability.
STANDARD TWIN ROOM (SHARING PLACE)
£1,599pp - standard rooms are simple but comfortable. They all have a terrace and sea view.
STANDARD TWIN ROOM (SOLE OCCUPANCY)
£1,759 If you would like your own private standard room, a sole occupancy supplement will be added to your booking.
SUPERIOR ROOM UPGRADE (SOLE OCCUPANCY)
£1,939 Upgrade your booking to a superior room (please note this applies to sole occupancy places - these rooms do not offer a twin share set up). Superior Rooms are located in the newer building of the hotel and are recently renovated. All have a terrace with a sea view.
SUPERIOR ROOM UPGRADE (DOUBLE SHARE)
£1,759pp If you are a couple and wish to upgrade to Superior (please note - these rooms do not offer a twin share set up). Superior Rooms are located in the newer building of the hotel and are recently renovated. All have a terrace with a sea view. THE ITINERARY
Please be aware that the below is a guide and that we will adapt the swims and the itinerary carefully, taking into account ability, safety and the weather conditions. Nature can be (and usually is!) unpredictable so swim timings and locations may need to be flexible and adapted from the below.
SUNDAY
- From 4pm Arrivals - SwimQuest to run transfer shuttles from Formentera harbour to hotel
- 5pm Welcome and introductions, and mandatory swim safety briefing and a quick dip!
- 7pm Meet for dinner (we will have a group booking at a local restaurants)
MONDAY
- 8am Breakfast at Roca Bella
- 10am Acclimatisation swim, finding a feel for the water and sighting tips
- 12.30pm Lunch at the Roca Bella’s Café Zulmar
- 2pm Technique session - balance, streamlining, breathing and breath timing
- 5pm Stroke seminar
- 7pm Sundowners followed by dinner
TUESDAY
- 8am Breakfast at Roca Bella
- 10am Technique session: Arm recovery and stroke timing
- 12.30pm Lunch at the Roca Bella’s Café Zulmar
- 2pm Sea Swim (1.5km – Illettes Bay)
- 5pm Breathing technique
- 7pm Sundowners followed by dinner
WEDNESDAY
- 8am Breakfast at Roca Bella
- 10am Technique session: Consolidate previous technique sessions along with coupling motions with catch
- 11am Video swimmers in the pool
- 1pm Lunch at the Roca Bella’s Café Zulmar
- 2pm Sea swim (2km – Platja de Migjorn)
- 5pm Catch Clinic
- 7pm Sundowners followed by dinner
THURSDAY
- 8am Breakfast at Roca Bella
- 10am “Challenge Swim” from Can Rolls Bay back to Pujols (2km)
- 12.30pm Lunch at the Roca Bella’s Café Zulmar
- 2pm Technique session: hips and weight shifting
- 4pm Video Analysis Feedback
- 7pm Sundowners followed by dinner
FRIDAY
- 7am Sunrise swim (Playa de Ses Canyes)
- 11am Check out of hotel
- 12.30pm Lunch at the Roca Bella’s Café Zulmar
- 2pm Departures (SwimQuest to run transfers back to Formentera Harbour)
TRAVEL TO FORMENTERA
TRIP START / FINISH TIMES
- We will meet at 5pm on the first day for introductions and safety briefing. SwimQuest head office will ask for your travel times pre-tour so that our swim guides can pick you up from Formentera harbour and take you to the hotel.
- The trip finishes at 2pm on the final day, however check out is at 10am. There'll be somewhere in the hotel to leave your bags. The guides will be able to take you back to Formentera harbour when the tour finishes on the final afternoon, however if you are staying on longer you may need to book a taxi back to the harbour with reception.
FLY TO IBIZA
Fly to Ibiza and then jump in a taxi from the airport to Ibiza harbour to get the ferry to Formentera (please budget approx. €15-20 for this taxi journey.) Taxis are regular just outside the airport. Tell the taxi driver you are going to get a ferry to Formentera and he / she will drop you off by the Formentera ticket kiosks. For the cheapest flight options, have a look at www.skyscanner.co.uk. If you would prefer to arrive a day early, we would recommend the cheap but friendly and comfortable Hotel el Puerto in Ibiza town, close to the ferry port.
FERRY FROM IBIZA TO FORMENTERA
There are a number of ferry companies offering a regular service (approx. every 30 minutes) from Ibiza to Formentera and back. Trasmappi, Balearia and Mediterranea–Pitiusa are popular options, cost the same and take the same amount of time (approx. 30 minute crossing). There is no need to buy a ticket in advance. Hint – when you buy a return ticket, it is worth checking that your return ferry journey allows you sufficient time to get to the airport, as you cannot transfer your ticket to another ferry provider and will have to purchase an additional single fare.AN EXTRA NIGHT IN IBIZA TOWN?
RECOMMENDED IN IBIZA TOWN:
Hotel el Puerto in Ibiza town is friendly and comfortable, and just a 2 minute walk from the ferry port should you need to arrive a day early / leave a day later. Please feel free to book a room through Lourdes in their reservations team. Tell them you are booking through SwimQuest and you can claim a 10% discount.HOTEL CONTACT:
CALLE CARLOS III, Nº 24. 07800 IBIZA // Contact number: +44(20)37693446 // Website: www.ibizaelpuerto.comWHAT DO I PACK?
- At least two Swimming costumes
- Wetsuit - optional*
- Two Pairs of swim goggles – ideally one clear and one tinted
- Tow float (required) - if you haven’t got one yet, you can purchase from our online shop here
- Rash vest (optional) - available from our online shop here
- Towel(s) although the hotel provide bath towels for in-hotel use
- Small daypack/rucksack to use for your personal equipment/clothing during the day (you will receive a 10L SwimQuest dry bag you can use for this purpose if you wish)
- Sandals/aqua shoes/flip flops – for getting wet
- Insect repellent & bite relief
- Fleece or warm jumper, tracksuit trousers/sweat pants
- Waterproof
- Sun hat, sun cream and glasses
- Travel insurance
HOLIDAY READING SUGGESTIONS
There's nothing better than packing a book to suit your holiday location! Author and adventure activist Jessica Hepburn has kindly put together some suggested 'Swimspiration' for Formentera here.READY TO BOOK?
We’re excited about meeting you on tour. To book your swimming holiday, simply click 'Book Now' for your chosen trip. A deposit of 30% is required to secure your place, and the final payment is due 10 weeks prior to departure. Payments can be made by debit/credit card or by bank transfer. In booking with us, you accept our terms and conditions, which can be found here.FORMENTERA, JAMES EWART | 5-10 OCTOBER 2025 | BOOK NOW
In booking with us, you accept our terms and conditions, which can be found here. If at any point you have any questions, feel free to contact us:
- Sarah Broadley | +44 7917 033670 | sarah@swimquest.uk.com
- Charlie Beere | +44 7563 389238 | charlotte@swimquest.uk.com
- Alice Todd | +44 7825 301443 | alice@swimquest.uk.com
Travel Insurance
As a SwimQuest guest, you are required to have in place travel insurance that covers you for all activities you will be taking part in during your trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully covered for these activities.Whatever travel policy you decide on, you will need to bring a copy of your current Certificate of Insurance to the safety briefing at the start of your SwimQuest holiday. Your swim Guides will need to take a note of your insurer, policy number and the number to call in case of an emergency claim.
Please note, if you are a UK resident and eligible for free health cover via the NHS, you do not need to take our a travel insurance policy for our UK based trips. You may still wish to take out insurance to cover you for events such as trip cancellation, luggage and personal liability.
If you are travelling from the US or another country, we suggest you use a travel insurance comparison site based in your own country in order to decide on a suitable policy.
You can find more information on our Insurance page.
Columbus Direct offers three levels of cover Bronze, Silver and Gold, with differing levels of emergency medical, cancellation and baggage so you can choose the cover to suit your needs. All levels of cover include over 150 sports and activities covered as standard including open water swimming within 12 miles of shore (you will not be swimming more than 12 miles away from the shore on SwimQuest Holidays).
You will also benefit from free airport lounge access if your flight is delayed for 1hr or more*. Optional cover is available including Gadget, Winter Sports and Cruise, along with cover for many pre-existing medical conditions subject to online screening. Columbus Direct offer single trip cover up to 85 years old and annual multi trip cover up to 74 years old.
*The policyholder can register both themselves and up to four additional travelling companions for Columbus Direct’s Airport Delay service. They will then be eligible to receive free airport lounge access in the event a delay of one or more hours is announced for their flight. View terms and conditions here
