Barnaby Ryder swims the English Channel at 17 years old

03 Jul 2025 • 39 min • EN
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Join the Propulsion Swimming Podcast as we sit down with the incredible Barnaby Ryder, the 17-year-old Mount Kelly student who has just conquered the English Channel! In this exclusive interview, Barnaby dives deep into his rigorous preparation, including balancing school with intense meterage and cold water acclimatisation. He shares the challenges and triumphs of his epic solo Channel swim, revealing what it truly takes to complete such a monumental open water feat. We also discuss his motivations for supporting "ManUp?", a vital charity dedicated to men's mental health, and what exciting challenges lie ahead for this inspiring young swimmer. Don't miss this insightful conversation with a true swimming sensation! Fundraising Link - https://www.justgiving.com/page/barnaby-ryder-channel-swim-2025 Book your next training camp with ONEflow Aquatics SOMABAY - https://bit.ly/4hkTrm9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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