Have a dip and a run about
Venue: Porty Beach - Groyne 4
Organiser: BlueBalls & Thebans
Tickets: Free non-ticketed
Age: 18+
Event Description
Beginner Friendly, no experience needed.
Meet bottom of John Street and Groyne 4.
This event is open to all genders.
Come along for a quick dip and enjoy the benefits of cold water for your body. Warm up with a game of touch rugby on the beach.
Have a paddle, a dunk or a swim, it’s up to you! No experience needed.
Warm up after with a run around on the beach and a game of touch rugby.
Touch rugby is a fast-paced, non-contact variant of traditional rugby where tackles are replaced by simple touches. Players use their hands to touch an opponent on any part of the body, clothing, or the ball to simulate a tackle, making it highly accessible and safe for all ages, fitness levels, and mixed-gender teams
No changing facilities available.
About the Organiser
The Edinburgh Blue Balls is a weekly men's mental health and cold water dipping group located in Portobello, Edinburgh. Our group meets twice a week for a refreshing dip in the cold waters of Portobello, with a social aspect to the experience
https://edinburghblueballs.co.uk/about/
Caledonian Thebans Rugby Football Club has been thriving for over 20 years. Our team members come from all walks of life. Made up of LGBTQIA+ people and our straight allies, Thebans operate a prejudice-free policy. Allowing everyone to enjoy rugby. Scotland’s first and finest inclusive rugby club, we are now based at the Royal High Athletic Club in Edinburgh.
Accessibility
Cold Water Safety Information via Blueballs
