Whether it’s a crisp Autumn morning in Liverpool or a rainy Spring afternoon in Manchester, stepping into the perfectly controlled warm water of a Hydropool swim spa is an unmatched luxury. You have the ultimate machine for fitness and relaxation right in your garden, but are you getting the absolute most out of every stroke?
While our self-cleaning swim spas are engineering marvels on their own, the right gear can transform a good workout into a pro-level session. Customising your swim experience is all about finding comfort, mastering technique, and getting the most enjoyment you can out of your swim. These 8 accessories will enhance your swim spa routine and keep you jumping back in, day after day.
Here are 8 essential items to consider for your next swim spa upgrade:
Technology has finally caught up with swimming. For those who love data, FORM goggles are a game-changer. These smart goggles feature a heads-up display inside the lens, showing you real-time metrics like your heart rate, stroke rate, and time elapsed.
In the resistance pool accessory lineup, this is the gold standard. You can maintain your perfect position in the current without stopping to check a watch or a wall clock. It keeps you in the zone, ensuring your heart rate stays in the target fat-burning or cardio-building window.
The FORM goggles have an integrated app that records all your metrics for consistent tracking. These goggles help smash goals, and if it helps with your accountability you can even follow friends or star athletes.
Sometimes, you need to isolate muscle groups to see real improvement. A foam kickboard allows you to take your arms out of the equation and focus entirely on your leg drive.
By holding the board out in front of you against the Hydropool current, you build immense core stability and leg strength. It is a simple, classic swimming accessory that remains one of the most effective tools for toning the lower body.
The counterpart to the kickboard is the pull buoy. This figure-eight-shaped foam device sits between your upper thighs, keeping your legs afloat without you needing to kick.
This forces your upper body to do all the work. It is brilliant for perfecting your arm catch and rotation. In a swim spa, where the current is consistent, a pull buoy helps you lock in a rhythm and build significant shoulder and back power.
Protecting your hair is essential for daily swimmers who want to maintain healthy locks. A standard latex cap can often pull or snag, but modern innovation offers better solutions. A satin-lined cap, such as a Hairbrella, or a high-grade molded silicone cap provides superior protection.
These accessories keep your hair dry and shielded from the water, preserving your style and natural moisture. This makes it incredibly easy to enjoy a quick dip before work or a lunch-break swim session without worrying about extensive styling afterwards. It is a practical luxury that keeps your routine effortless.
Breathing mechanics can often be the trickiest part of swimming, especially when you are trying to keep your head steady against a generated constant current. A centre-mount snorkel sits directly in front of your face (rather than to the side), allowing you to keep your head in a neutral, face-down position.
This position removes the need to turn your head to breathe, letting you focus entirely on your stroke technique and body alignment. It is a fantastic tool for swimmers looking to smooth out their stroke and reduce neck strain. Make sure you keep tabs on your elapsed time with your FORM googles, or else you may keep swimming forever with no need to surface for air!
Water in the sinuses is a surefire way to ruin a relaxing swim. While some swimmers pride themselves on not needing one, a nose plug is a comfort essential for many, particularly when swimming vigorously against strong resistance jets. It allows you to focus on your exhalation through your mouth and prevents that uncomfortable stinging sensation, letting you swim longer and happier.
Protecting your ears is just as important as protecting your eyes. Constant water entry can lead to irritation or "swimmer's ear." A set of ergonomic, silicone ear plugs seals the ear canal comfortably. If you aren’t a fan of that style, consider wax earplugs which mould perfectly to your ear canal.
Beyond health, they offer a mental benefit. By dampening the sound of the splashing water and the swim spa pumps, you can find a deeper state of meditative focus, centering yourself right there in your garden sanctuary. However, this leads into swim spa accessory 7!
Motivation is key to a great workout. A high-fidelity, waterproof speaker will connect via Bluetooth to your phone, letting you curate the perfect swimming playlist.
Whether you need high-tempo beats for a cardio blast or soothing instrumental tracks for a hydrotherapy cool-down, music sets the atmosphere. It turns your swim spa accessories collection into a full entertainment system. Just be careful you don’t annoy the neighbours!
If you are worried about loud tunes affecting your neighbourhood relations, you can get waterproof mp3 players that wrap around the head. These can be great for underwater listening as bluetooth doesn’t penetrate water, you just need to have physically downloaded songs or podcasts which can be a hassle in today’s streaming culture. Physical media is making a comeback though!
Aftercare is part of the swimmer’s ritual. Even with our Hydropool self-cleaning technology keeping chemical levels optimized, pool water can strip natural oils from your hair and skin over time. Bromine is easier on skin than chlorine but it is usually used in warmer water.
Specialized anti-chlorine soaps and shampoos are formulated to neutralize chlorine and bromine molecules on the skin, rather than just masking the scent. They rehydrate your skin immediately, leaving you feeling fresh and soft. It is the perfect way to transition from your workout back to your day.
Your swim spa is an investment in your health and happiness. Adding these accessories ensures that every minute you spend in the water is effective, comfortable, and enjoyable.
Are you looking to enhance your swim setup? Visit us at our Hydropool North West showroom. We can chat about the latest swim spa accessories, guide you through our chemical range to keep your water crystal clear, or simply talk about which model best fits your lifestyle. See you soon!