Holiday Gift Guide: Gear, Gadgets, and Tech for Every Swimmer
The holiday season is here, and we’re diving into our annual Swimming World Holiday Gift Guide series with our favorite gifts for every type of swimmer. From performance suits and goggles to the latest training tools and tech accessories, these products are designed to help athletes stay motivated, comfortable, and competitive all year long.
Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned racer, an age-group swimmer, a masters competitor, or someone looking to try a new hobby, this guide is filled with practical, high-quality gifts that will make a splash this season.
Stay tuned for more editions of our Holiday Gift Guide series, including our favorite gifts for Training & Recovery, Stocking Stuffers, and Coach Picks.
Gear & Gadgets for the Tech-Savvy Swimmer in Your Life:
The Zygo Z2 Underwater Headset: As much as we love swimming, we know that some workouts can get boring. This underwater headset is a great pick-me-up, as it adds entertainment and motivation to your swim workouts. There’s no need to pre-load files; the Zygo Z2 streams directly from your phone. You can play music, podcasts, and audiobooks from any app while you swim, transforming tedious laps into a focused, personal experience.
DuoSwim App: Say goodbye to writing your own workouts. DuoSwim is a training app built for swimmers of all levels. It offers personalized workouts, technique videos, and progress tracking to help you train smarter and swim faster. With smartwatch integration, detailed analytics, and community challenges, DuoSwim is like having a personal coach in your pocket—perfect for anyone looking to improve in the pool or open water.
Pliability App: Every aquatic athlete understands the importance of mobility. There’s nothing worse than tearing or pulling a muscle due to poor flexibility. Unlock your body’s potential with pliability: expert-led daily routines that boost mobility, accelerate recovery, and enhance performance. No gear needed—just your phone. Whether you’re training, working at a desk, or gearing up for sport, pliability delivers personalized movement programs to help you move freely and live fully
FINIS Duo MP3 Player: Bring music to your swim with the FINIS Duo Underwater MP3 Player. Its innovative bone-conduction technology delivers crystal-clear sound through your cheekbones, no earphones needed. With a sleek, comfortable fit and up to 4 GB of storage, swimmers can enjoy hours of music, podcasts, or audiobooks while they train. Fully waterproof and built for the rhythm of the water.
Phlex: Whether you’re training to win or simply swimming for fitness, Phlex has you covered. Track your splits, stroke rate, distance and heart rate with precision, then dive into personalized analytics to improve technique and form. With compatibility for Apple Watch and the Polar Verity Sense, Phlex offers an intuitive way to monitor every swim — from lap‑by‑lap workouts to casual pool sessions. Set goals, keep motivated, and build confidence in every stroke.
Practice Essentials Under $100
Maritonia HydroClear Tech Swim Goggles: It’s safe to say that no swimmer enjoys wearing foggy goggles. Say goodbye to constantly wiping your lenses. Maritonia goggles use a medically tested structural anti-fog technology that bonds at the molecular level, ensuring clarity that lasts — no coatings or sprays needed. These goggles are perfect for training and racing. Maritonia ensures crystal-clear vision, comfort, and durability for every swim.
Deboer’s new training line features Riyo Rec, a recycled polyester charmeuse designed for reliable performance in and out of the pool. The fabric offers a smooth, lightweight feel with elasticity that holds up through every session. With both simple designs and more detailed patterns, Deboer’s training suits provide solid options for every swimmer.
THEMAGIC5 Youth Swim Goggles: Tired of painful goggles and lines that stick around all day? TheMAGIC5 created the world’s first custom-fitted goggles designed specifically for swimmers aged 10+. Using a facial, MAGIC5 builds a custom pair of goggles for every swimmer with maximum comfort, clear vision, no leakage, and no distractions.
Practice Essentials Under $50
Kiefer’s “You Choose The BrandGrab Bag”: Not sure what to get your athlete this holiday season? Select your swimmer’s favorite brand and the correct size, and Kiefer will send you a surprise practice suit! This option is perfect if your swimmer prioritizes quality and fit but isn’t picky about color or print. Grab Bags offer amazing discounts on last season’s high-quality favorites, making it a budget-friendly way to refresh the practice rotation.
Arena Practice Suits: Nothing beats the confidence boost of diving into the pool in a brand-new suit. Whether your athlete is logging laps or gearing up for their next meet, Arena’s durable, high-performance practice suits are a great holiday gift. Now’s the perfect time to stock up — check out Arena’s sale section for swimsuits up to 60% off!
Gifts for the Open Water Swimmer in Your Family:
Do you have a swimmer in your family who’s interested in open water swimming? These gifts will make sure your swimmer has the right gear to train safely and comfortably in the water.
Xterra Wetsuits Swim Bouy: Make sure your athlete is swimming safely during their open water training. Whether they are swimming alone or with a group, the XTERRA High-Vis SWIM BUOY will help keep swimmers visible in the water. The multi-colored, neon buoy is difficult to miss, meaning Friends and family can track the buoy by sight, or even add a GPS device for tracking.
The FORM Smart Swim 2 goggles: Open water swimming requires a unique set of skills. For most athletes, swimming in a straight line is one of the most difficult parts of an open water race. The FORM Smart Swim 2 Goggles redefine open-water training. GPS-enabled Open Water Mode tracks pace, heart rate, stroke rate, and distance with unmatched precision, while the AR display keeps your data visible in real time. Anti-fog optics, a leak-proof fit, and a durable design keep every swim clear, connected, and performance-ready.
Dryrobe Towel Changing Robe: This is one of our favorite gifts for open water swimmers. Change quickly, stay warm, and get dry fast with this premium towel robe. Crafted from 100% organic cotton, its ultra-soft, highly absorbent fabric keeps you comfortable after a swim, workout, or open-water session. Designed by surfers, for the shore, its roomy design and ¾-length sleeves make changing outside easier and warmer.
Stay tuned for our upcoming Holiday Gift Guide for Swimmers: Training and Recovery Edition — don’t miss our top picks to help athletes perform at their best!
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