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12 Dips in December 2025 - Supported by Daybreak

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Dip #5 - with 'The Badger Sauna'

Lucky members of the Hearty Hulks had a very special dip indeed today with an exclusive visit from Wesht Cork's newest mobile sauna - 'The Badger Sauna'.

Sarah and Seb of 'The Badger Sauna' even provided team HH with a coarse sea salt and juniper body scrub to apply to each other, which the  Hearty Hulks just dived straight in to!

Earlier in the day, fellow team mates Ronan Casey and Jason Wycherley both managed to squeeze in a dip into their day too.

And a big shout out to those in team that are recovering from man-flu.... our hearts are with you brothers as we know how bad it can be!

Going steady...

Hearty Hulk Jason Wycherley dips again!

Early morning...

Ronan Casey does the early morning again!

Wild and hardy - 8 of team HH enjoying the energy.

(Left to right) Hearty Hulks Pete Little, Michael McColgan, Steve G, Jay Cornish, Ciarán Seawright, Aidan O'Shea, Simon Allen, with Will Donaldson behind the camera.

Out and in....

Steamy Hearty Hulks pile out of the Badger Sauna to submerge in the ocean.

Bobbing-bouys

The Hearty Hulks stayed in nice and close with the choppy sea today.

Beautifully crafted 'Badger Sauna'

A massive thank you to 'The Badger Sauna' for coming down to us. Details below for anyone interested. Highly recommended!

The Badger Sauna info...

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The Badger Sauna info...

Dip #4 (Thursday 4th)

With snow on the hill and flu in the air, the Hearty Hulks pushed through to wash off the cold and rack up dip #4.
Five members of the team including Jay Cornish, Ronan Casey, Will Donaldson, Tom Cox, and Pete Little enjoyed another refreshing dunk in the basking sun at Snave!
Meanwhile, to the wesht, Hearty Hulk Steve G managed to squeeze in a solo dip at Ellen's Rock.  On the other side if the Bay, Michael McColgan and Ciarán Seawright buddied up to tackle their dip at Bantry slip (and roared in defiance at the cooler water temps they found themselves in there!).
Earlier in the day, team member Jay Cornish got some Team HH posters printed up to help spread the word, so keep your eyes open around the area for those, witn updated poster-pictures planned as the weeks progress.

On a roll with Dip #3

Another fine turn out for the Hearty Hulks!  And another new recruit with Pete Little joining the team. Welcome Pete!

Largest coordinated dip so far!

(Left to Right) Hearty Hulks Jay Cornish, Will Donaldson, Maarten Le Haye, Tom Cox, Michael McColgan, Ronan Casey, Pete Little (joined the team!) and Steve G.

All in the Med together

(Left to right) Michael McColgan, Jay Cornish, Maarten La Haye, Steve G, Pete Little, Will Donaldson, and Ronan Casey.

Like a fish to water...

Michael McColgan takes his dip to another level!

The evening shift....

Simon Allen gets his dip in...

And!.....

Jason Wycherley strikes 2 evenings in a row!

Twice in a row....

The Hearty Hulks turned out in force again across the day for their second dunk of the 12 dips challange!

Early bird and Hearty Hulk Ronan Casey couldn't hang around for the crew so made an early break for it and led the way (again!) for the Hulks second collective dip.

Marginally escaping a burst of heavy rain this morning, seven members of the team  were greeted by the sun and calm waters as they braced themselves for the cold once more. In attendance were Michael McColgan,  Will Donaldson,  Ciarán Seawright, Jay Cornish,  Steve G, Simon Allen, Maarten La Haye

The water was definitely a touch cooler than yesterday, with the concrete of the pier itself was acting as a giant heat-sink for all the warmth in their feet!
 
After another jubilant group submergance, team HH dried themselves off and warmed up with a cocktail of brews and chats and laughter. 

The evening shift then kicked off after dark, with Hearty Hulks Aidan O'Shea, Jason Wycherley, and Jay Cornish joining forces to embrace the torch-lit ocean. The energy was high as they skitted down the steps and entered the water without a moments hesitation. 

Go team Hearty Hulks!

The early bird...

Hearty Hulk Ronan Casey doing his thing...

In the drink....

(Left to right) Seven fellas putting parts of their anatomy under pressure.

Dip #2

(Left to right) Michael McColgan, Will Donaldson, Ciarán Seawright, Jay Cornish, Steve G, Simon Allen, Maarten La Haye.

Cupán tae

Members of the Heary Hulks having a warm cup and chats after the dip. (Left to right) Ciarán Seawright, Michael McColgan, Will Donaldson, Steve G, Simon Allen, Maarten La Haye.

The Hearty Hulks evening shift...

(left to right) Aidan O'Shea, Jason Wycherley, Jay Cornish.

And we're off!.....

It was a phenomenal turnout for the 'Hearty Hulks' on the first official day of the Irish Heart Foundations '12 dips of December' challange.

An impressive 10 out of the growing team of now 12 members managed to get one of their 12 dips scratched off today.

Seven of the team met at Snave for the morning shift. These were Michael McColgan, Tom Cox, Forrest Moore, Will Donaldson, Maarten La Haye, Jay Cornish, and Simon Allen who all made getting into 11°C water look easy (as long as you weren't actually there to see or hear it).

Fellow team members Jason Wycherley, Ciarán Seawright and Aidan O'Shea all managed to get their own dips in during the day and eveing.

Two members of the team were unfortunately unable to join the fun today,..we know how gutted they were to not able to join us.

But with the 12 dips being able to be done througout the entirety of December,  there's still plenty of time left for everyone, as well as for any potential new members still out there!

A collection of the Hearty Hulks, 1st December

(Left to right) Michael McColgan, Tom Cox, Forrest Moore, Will Donaldson, Maarten La Haye, Jay Cornish, and Simon Allen.

The distance coordinated dip....

Hearty Hulk Jason Wycherley dipping with the team remotely.

The afternoon dip...

Hearty Hulk Ciarán Seawright breaking the ice!

The evening dip

Hearty Hulk Aidan O'Shea getting his dip in at the end of the day.

Thank you for your support!

Just to say a massive thank you to everyone for all your support!

We've already hit and increased our fundraising target a number times already, and the challange hasn't even started yet.

The team is growing and the word is being spread, and we can't wait to get going as soon as December arrives.

Thanks again to you all, from the bottom of our hearts.

Proof we did it !

(Left to right) Maarten La Haye, Jay Cornish, Simon Allen, Michael McColgan, and Forrest Moore.

Leading the charge

Ronan Casey getting his dunk in before having to move on quickly to the rest of his day.

Baptism of..... very cold water!

(Left to right) Jay Cornish, Michael McColgan, Maarten Le Haye, Forrest Moore, and Simon Allen.

Thursday 27th Warm Up!

An outstanding turnout by the Hearty Hulks this morning, and the 12 dips hasn't even officially begun! 

Getting in for a pre-dip warm-up dunk were Jay Cornish, Maarten La Haye, Simon Allen, Michael McColgan and Forrest Moore.  

Hearty Hulk Ronan Casey couldn't hang around and was so keen that he was already in the water when the other Hulks turned up (we grabbed a photo to prove he actually did it!).  

Also a big shout out to all the other members of the team who weren't able to join in this morning - we know you would've been there if you could.

It was fresh for sure, but a warm cup and a few hearty laughs afterwards brought us all back up to temp. ....Go on team Hearty Hulks!

Help Protect Hearts in Ireland

Help support us with the Irish Heart Foundation's charity fundraiser challenge -  the '12 Dips of December'! This involves getting into open water, a pool or ice bath at least 12 times over the course of the month of December.

Team 'Hearty Hulks' is a growing collection of men supporting men, not only for this particular challenge, but also to highlight the importance of men talking to men about their health generally in the modern world we live in.  Our primary launching deck is Snave pier, West Cork.

The Irish Heart Foundation’s mission is to eliminate preventable death and disability from heart disease and stroke and to support and care for those living with these life-changing conditions.

Your donation and support would be greatly appreciated, and will make a real difference to people and families affected by heart disease and stroke.

Thank you for visiting our page and for your support.

Our Achievements

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25% Target Reached

Reached Fundraising Goal

Thank you to our Sponsors

€255

Lawrence Cove Marina Ltd

Keep it up!!

€106

Markie Boy

€105

The Water School

This is an excellent cause as heart disease is a major health problem and I think greatly misunderstood by many people but it's effects run deep.

€105

Aloys Bruggeman

Good luck

€64

Martin,vitor &tamsin

Keep dipping.

€53

Anthony Cornforth

Nice one Maarten, we all need fellas like you, some more than others 😁👍

€53

Trina Downey

Rather you than me Micheal !!! But fair play to you!

€53

Barb & Ted Mccolgan

Way to go Michael! Proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad

€53

Antje

€53

Jenny Seawright

€53

Fintan Collins

€53

Jen

No wetsuit now sprog!

€53

Biddy Donaldson

Can you wear a wet suit?!!

€53

Margaret And Peter Moloney

€53

Lothar Luken

€53

Claire Zwaartman

€53

Shane Kelleher

€53

Dan

€53

Judtih Cox

Well done Tom & gang 🥶💕🩳

€53

Colin Quinn

€53

Antje O'hanlon

Fair play! Stay warm stay safe!

€53

Joe Kelly

Well done

€53

Brooke Sheehan

Well done Steve.. have fun in the icy waters

€53

Breda

Go Hearty Hulks !!!

€53

Anonymous

€53

Niamh Casey

Well done to you all for braving the cold! A good cause.

€53

Anonymous

€53

Laura Seawright

Best of luck Ciaran & guys!

€53

Anonymous

A very important cause

€53

Jason Wycherley

€53

Aidan O' Shea

€53

Elaine Walley

Good luck freezing 🥶 your bits off in December. What entertainment 🤣

€53

Trina Downey

We're all just waiting for the Christmas calendar now!!!

€53

Coast Swimmer

Brilliant Idea, Hearty Hulks! Well done👍

€52

Cora Coppinget

Best of luck!

€50

Peter Tristram

Good Luck Tom!

€50

Eddie Cooney

Good man Maarty!

€50

Anonymous

€50

Albert Kotarja

€40

Jane Cornish

€32

Ma & Pa Snoek/moore

Neoprene gloves & booties for Xmas so 😘

€32

Jef F

Rather you than me our kid!

€32

Michael Murphy

€30

Doireann O’mahony

A great idea for a great cause ❤️

€27

Dennis & Jacqui O’sullivan

Well done Simon !!

€27

Sarah Holmes

€27

Mary Kemp

Good man Maarty 💛

€27

Anonymous

Well done!!

€27

Brian O Sullivan Connell

€27

Stephanie Tenier

€27

Adrian Harrington

€27

Sunny Wieler

Fair play

€27

Selena

€27

Claire And Mark Dooley

Best of luck Steve.

€27

Sadhbh Moore

From your dippy sibling who loves the cold!

€27

Chris Hamley

€27

Ronan Casey

€27

Dee Mac

€27

Faye

€27

Brid Hurley

Unreal cause, well done guys 🥳

€27

Oli

12 dips ..no sweat! You'll have them done by lunch knowing you - good on ye mate!

€27

Manuel

€27

Kilian Kelly

Go Men! Ye look fabulous ♥️

€27

Angela Allen

€27

Clare & Guy

Fair play to all ye Hearty Hulks ❤️

€27

Monica

I want entertaining video proof :) Good luck Steve x

€27

The Dudley Schroeter Family

€27

Tim O'shea

€27

Keith Allen

€26

Darren O Sullivan

€26

Eleanor Fitzgerald

Well done, fantastic initiative!! I applaud from next to the warm glow of the wood stove!!

€25

Melani O Sullivan

€25

Anonymous

€25

Joya Kuin

Yeah!! Can't wait to have my very own winter dipping hubby to go with xx

€25

Shirley Cahill

Go for it!

€25

Anne Allen

€25

Ben Grey

Enjoy it buddy, I'm a big fan of the sea and cold dips in general. Getting into a community that supports each other seems like a fantastic addition. Have a wonderful time

€23

Rob Donaldson

I have got you up to your target, You will have to put it up!?

€22

Sadbh Myler

€22

Michael Mccolgan

€22

Jay Cornish

€22

Collette Geary

Best of luck, my teeth are chattering just thinking about it!?!

€22

Will Donaldson

€22

Kevin Casey

€22

Anonymous

€22

Evelyn Looby

€22

Ronan Casey

€22

Julia B

Fair play!!!! Great cause!

€22

Claire Lutkin

€22

Anonymous

€22

Camille Watson

€22

John En Caroline (tilburg)

Dapperrrrr! 💪🏼🫶🏼

€22

Sophie O'sullivan

Best of luck chaps!

€22

Julie Allen

€22

Micheal Moloney

€21

Lisa Murtagh

Good luck Steve!!

€21

Anonymous

€20

Doreen And All The Gang At Montessori

Well done to all our Montessori Dad's 👏👏

€20

Brendan

Stay warm!

€20

Simon Allen

€17

Thea Kemp

Fair play!

€11

Colin Berry

Go on my son!! I’m still having cold showers.

€11

Andy Frame

Good effort

€11

Rupert Buxton

Best of luck you mad man!

€11

Elaine Courtney

€11

Jackie Fitzgerald

Well done!

€11

Maggie Mccolgan

I'll have hot tea ready waiting for ye! 🥰

€11

Jen Ardis

€11

Christine Brewer

Well done everybody

€11

Stuart Jones

€11

Anonymous

Well done the men

€11

Geraldine O Shea

Good on ya Martin. Great cause.

€11

Anonymous

€11

Marian &cathal Minehane

€11

Aaron Lewis

Well done Forrest and co.

€11

Dee & Finn

€11

Dee & Finn

€11

Anonymous

€11

Gill Mann

Who needs the 2 pubs of Christmas eh May the plunging force be with you ❄️☃️🧘‍♂️🌊

€11

Lucy Arnsby-wilson

Go brothers!

€11

Chani Wates

Good luck, enjoy the swimming brrrr

€11

Dee Clifford

Well done Simon!

€11

Aaran Nightingale

€10

Stephen Gell

€10

Anthony Lumbad

€10

Anonymous

€10

Barbara Downs

Good on ya

€10

Lorcan & Cara Gell

€10

Jarad Reiser

Love your spirit and willingness to help others as always. Miss you brotha <3

€10

Sven Burford

€10

Dave Myler

€10

Catherine

€10

Roisin

Good luck Simon!

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