Finding the Right Swim Spa for the Perfect Swim

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If you’re getting ready to invest in a swim spa, you want to choose a model that will deliver the perfect swim for you. To best achieve this, you’ll need to consider many factors from water volume and speed to the type of current the swim spa provides. You’ll also want to know what to avoid.

Below, you’ll discover what to look for to ensure that you choose the right swim spa for you.

The Four Components of the Perfect Swim

The perfect swim is created through the interaction of four components: current, pumps and hydraulics, jets, and shell design.

The first thing to look for is an adjustable current. Regardless of your ability level as a swimmer, having an adjustable current will allow you to adjust your swim to an individualized level that is right for your fitness goals. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced swimmer, look for models that can be adjusted based on your current fitness level.

You’ll also want to find a swim spa whose hydraulic system is able to achieve a current with throw and catch. In this system, the current works like a conveyor belt, creating a smooth swim by eliminating turbulence. Your dealer will be able to point out models that use this type of hydraulic system.

Next, pay attention to the jets. Make sure the current is large and wide and that there is little turbulence. One example of this type of jet system is Hydropool’s Sweep 90 jets, which can literally shred the vortex as it leaves the jets, creating a flat, calm lane for swimming.

Finally, examine the design of the swim spa’s channel and shell. The best shells are curved and designed to tame the current and prevent backsplash.

If you want to choose a brand that is experienced in creating the perfect swim, for more than 20 years Hydropool has been redesigning their swim spas to make sure their features work together to give the ideal swim to all types of users.

Swim Spa Pitfalls to Avoid

Swim spas often have mechanical and design flaws that can have a negative impact on the quality of your swim. Here’s what to avoid:

1. Rectangular channel designs with straight walls.

This is a common design for swim spas, but rectangular designs create strong currents and intense backsplash, so you’ll want to avoid them. Instead, choose a swim spa with outcrops designed to eliminate backsplash. Also avoid bench style seating, as this will create a choppy current.

2. Fire house style jets with air injection

This type of design employs several individually adjustable controllers to position the jets. Although this may seem like a great way to create a custom current, it actually makes this task very difficult. Models that allow both jets to be simultaneously adjusted will create a more even swim.

3. Pumps with low water volume

A swim spa with high water volume is essential to creating the perfect swim. If you’re unable to use a wide, deep stroke in any swim spa, you’ll want to look for a model that can hold more water.

Now that you know what to look for and what to avoid in a swim spa, contact our team at Hayes Wellness today on 01803 872 666 or hello@hayeswellness.co.uk to find out more about how to customize your swim to your needs.

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