In 2020, the world faced an unprecedented crisis as the COVID-19 pandemic brought life to a halt. Businesses shut their doors, and the vibrant sounds of pubs, clubs, and bars fell silent under lockdown. Like many other facilities, swimming pools were also forced to close their doors. As the 2020 Olympics loomed on the horizon, athletes encountered a challenge: their training facilities were no longer accessible, threatening to derail their progress and dreams.
In the midst of this adversity, a solution emerged in the form of swim spas. These innovative hybrids of swimming pools and hot tubs became a game-changer. With the familiar rectangular shape of a pool, swim spas allowed for all favourite strokes, from freestyle to backstroke to breaststroke. Adjustable swim jets provided varying levels of resistance, enabling athletes to set their own limits and customise their training. Swim spas not only provided a means to maintain fitness but also offered a space for relaxation and hydrotherapy, an ideal solution for athletes looking to continue their rigorous training regimens from the safety and comfort of their own homes.
In a remarkable show of community and support, efforts were made to deliver these Jacuzzi® swim spas to athletes' homes. This collective endeavour enabled athletes to resume their training, contributing to one of the most successful Olympics in history, proving that with creativity and collaboration, we can overcome any obstacle.
"There were murmurs of potential closures of stores and facilities, and because of the hygiene aspects of what happened with Covid, swimming pools were one of the first on the list"
-Andy Bewicke, General Manager UK, Jacuzzi Group
"To paint the picture, we've got no facility, we've been training for three years at this time the Olympics is in 14 weeks, and that then does really start getting stressful"
-Mel Marshall MBE, National Lead Coach, British Swimming
"We need the water to get the feel of the water, we need the water for aerobic, we need the water for anaerobic, everything apart from gym relies on the water, so once that was taken away from us, I was like I cant really do anything now."
-Adam Peaty OBE, Triple Olympic Champion, British Swimmer
"The view was...well hang on a minute if we can't bring them to us lets take our products to them"
-Andy Bewicke, General Manager UK, Jacuzzi Group
"After getting off the phone with Andy, and getting over the initial shock, effectively in five days we did 8 swim spa installs in over 2,100 miles in travel"
-Jim Rumley, Managing Director, Bedfordshire Hot Tubs
"Training the athletes via Zoom was really weird, one day it was raining, never would I have thought in my coaching career that I would suggest, to get a zip lock bag to put the phone in. Effectively leading up to the Olympics I coached in a freezer bag"
-Mel Marshall MBE, National Lead Coach, British Swimming
"It was relief that we got there, we got through the covid procedures, no one got covid, and we were just pleased that we were going to be able to get the performances we needed after what was effectively 5 years of preparation"
-Mel Marshall MBE, National Lead Coach, British Swimming
At the 2020 Olympics, Team GB achieved their best Olympics to date, thanks to the unparalleled assistance of Jacuzzi® swim spas.
Discover the Jacuzzi® swim spa collections
Jacuzzi® PowerActive™ Swim Spas are perfect for swimming, aqua fitness, and family fun. With adjustable PowerActive™ AX Swim Jets, they offer a smooth current ideal for swimming, cardio, and resistance training. PowerPro™ jets across four hydrotherapy seats provide a soothing massage, incorporating patented Infrared and Red Light therapy for muscle recovery.
Indulge in an extraordinary swimming experience with our cutting-edge technology. The Jacuzzi® PowerPro™ Swim Spa collection offers the ultimate counter current swim, blending advanced aquatic technology with the healing power of Jacuzzi® PowerPro™ Jets and Infrared and Red Light therapy, delivering an industry-leading hydromassage experience.
The PowerPlay™ Collection is ideal for fitness, family fun, and exercise. It features PowerPro™ jets for soothing hydromassage, a consistent swim current, and nine seating options, including bench and hydromassage seats. With multiple pumps, it ensures optimal performance for exercise, fun, and hydrotherapy. Stay active with PowerPlay™ Swim Spa!