WALKING on water was not something I expected to do in my lifetime, but now it is something I have achieved.

The pool now has two WaterWalkers, special bubbles which allow people to walk on water, with your clothes on, and offer a new way to exercise in the town this summer.

East Lindsey District Council bought the bubbles after managers saw them displayed at a leisure industries week in Birmingham.

Facility manager Suzy Kilner said: "We are hoping to set up a programme for September to make WaterWalkers available to more people. They are for any age from six and they encourage exercise."

Stepping into the ball I was sure I would go back to the office like a drowned rat, but I was reassured and before I knew it, I was zipped in and I took the plunge.

I tried to walk forward and within ten seconds I was down, but I had walked on water!

For the next three minutes I clambered around, trying to stand up.

I was watched by two lifeguards, who tethered a rope to the WaterWalker to ensure they could assist me in case of difficulty.

As the heat in the ball grew, I became tired. I decided to have one last push.

I got to my knees, raised my hands and fell on my head.
That was enough. I gave the signal to let me out and the lifeguards pulled me to the edge and I rolled onto the poolside.

Lifeguard Leigh Morley then put me to shame by running three lengths of the pool.

The WaterWalker experience is great fun and I would recommend it to everyone.

For just £4 keycard holders can try out the WaterWalkers during casual swimming sessions (6-7pm) on August 7, 13, 18, 27 and 28.
Information: Embassy Swimming Pool, tel, 01754 610675.