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Our community
This is where we celebrate our bold and beautiful community of cold dippers. The ones who swim in our seas and rivers all year round, dip in baths and barrels, and take to the lake come rain or shine. Those who take on the challenge and chase the epic high of the bracing cold wherever you find it. This is where we inspire those new to cold water to embrace its magic. Because once you do, you’ll never look back.
We’ll be meeting at 6pm, on Thursday 5th September, for The Big Dip at Loch Insh Outdoor centre Kincraig Inverness, Kingussie, with The Stoltman Brother. We’d love you to be there. We’ll be preparing with some breathwork with the wonderful Jim and Nat from Root2Rise before heading to the water.
We tell your stories because you inspire us, and they help others to understand the power of the cold. Enjoy podcasts, videos and documentaries about the people who discover what they need in the ice.
Join us on a biohacking adventure as we explore the depths and diversity of cold water immersion benefits with the Sweat AF podcast team. Listen in as we dive into the world of cold water immersion combined with coffee, yoga, mental health, science, sport, and recovery with experts doing incredible things in their field.
Four celebrities and experts deep dive into their experience with cold water immersion. Hosted by our co-founder Dan, our panel of speakers give exclusive interviews, sharing the reasons why they do it, the reasons they love it, and why they’ve built it into their lives for good.
The ice man. A healer. A science defying phenomenon. Ridiculed and exalted. The Mulligan Brothers speak to the one and only Wim Hof about the origins of his practice, his journey and the transformative power of the cold.
We follow a diverse group of fascinating people whose love of cold water has brought them together and inspired these incredible stories.
Come and meet us in the wild. Pioneering fitness events, festivals, pop-ups and roadshows up and down the country and overseas. Reach out and partner with us and make your event completely unforgettable. We live to encourage those feeling cold-curious to experience the power of the dip.
Here’s the thing about dunking yourself in icy cold water. It changes you. And once you’ve tried it, you can’t stop thinking about it. Talking about it. Planning your next trip to dip. Our clothing collection is for you. The ones who choose courage over comfort with every dip. The ones who seek the thrill of the ice and the wild open water. Celebrate the joy of the cold with soft and slouchy cottons, bold prints and resilient outerwear engineered for your journey. For all of you sharing the cold’s life-changing power. Taking pride in your practice and showing the world what you’re made of.
We’re Brass Monkey®. We make ice baths that do good and look good. We’re not doctors. We’re not scientists. But do pay close attention to the ever-emerging scientific evidence proving what cultures around the world have known for thousands of years. Cold water immersion triggers biological reactions in the body reserved for our survival. By controlling the water’s temperature and the time we’re immersed, we take the health benefits without facing the real dangers our ancient biology is designed to protect us from.
Your Brass Monkey is built for you to make friends with the cold. And like any healthy friendship, it needs to be built on a mutual respect. Follow this guidance to ensure your monkey is happy and you stay healthy.
Swimming in nature is one of the most rewarding things we can do for our well-being, but like anything wild, it deserves respect. That’s why we’ve put together a rundown of tips and advice to help you stay safe.
If you’re curious about contrast therapy, you’ve come to the right place. Join us for an exploration of what happens when ice and fire join forces.
London boasts a surprising number of options for a refreshing cold-water swim, from serene lakes to invigorating river dips. Whether you prefer a structured lido experience or a secluded wild swim, there's an outdoor spot waiting for you to take the plunge.
The Lake District and Cumbria is a wild swimmer's paradise. From the vast expanse of shimmering lakes to the secluded plunge pools of cascading waterfalls, this region boasts a range of wild swimming experiences unlike anywhere else.
South Yorkshire, often overshadowed by its northern counterpart, is home a hidden gem scene for the adventurous wild swimmer. Craving an invigorating dip in stunning scenery? Then look no further than the rivers, lakes, and reservoirs scattered across this striking region.
Athletes are constantly pushing boundaries, seeking that extra edge to elevate their game. A number of articles suggest that the 650 tonnes of ice and cooling equipment to be used at the Paris Olympics is a mistake with no supporting evidence. This is nonsense and we’re here to set the record straight.
There’s so much advice out there on cold water immersion telling you what to do and how to do it. But we understand that cold water exposure is a very personal thing and we all do it differently depending on why we’re doing it, what we’re using to do it, and the environment available to us. So we’ve put together 8 easy steps to help you get a good grip on your practice and some of the things you might want to consider before you jump in.
Getting into cold water is no walk in the park. So when things seem mentally tough, we find it best to keep things simple. And it doesn’t get more simple than our 5 steps for newbies to the cold.
