ABOUT ZYGO
We created Zygo because we wanted to love swimming.
We looked everywhere for a way to stream audio underwater. We couldn't find a solution, so we invented one.
ZYGO'S STORY
In 2017, Charlie and Sheera, former high school classmates, felt swimming had been left behind during the explosion of innovation in fitness. While all other categories integrated streaming audio into workouts, the pool had been overlooked. Swimming was silent, and, as a result, less inspiring. Now they’re on a mission to bring streaming audio to every swimmer, and, in doing so, get more people in the water.
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how did we get here?
Water is a formidable enemy to streaming audio. It creates a real physics challenge, which is why many traditional waterproof swimming headphones rely on built-in MP3 players instead of live streaming. But for us, that was not good enough.
Swimmers should not have to download files, manage outdated MP3 libraries, or give up their favorite audio just because they are getting in the pool. We wanted to create a better way to listen while swimming, whether that meant music, podcasts, audiobooks, guided workouts, or coaching.
That challenge became the foundation for Zygo.
Creating waterproof swimming headphones that could support live underwater audio was much harder than we expected. Bluetooth does not travel well through water, and standard wireless earbuds are not built for real underwater streaming. To solve that, we developed a system designed specifically for swimmers, combining a transmitter, bone conduction headset, and underwater audio technology.
With Zygo, your phone stays safely out of the water while your audio streams to your headset in the pool. Whether you are swimming for fitness, endurance, recovery, competition, or simply to make your routine more enjoyable, Zygo brings live underwater audio to every lap.
2015
Swim Team: Our first idea to make swimming more fun was SwimTeam - a pool-based boutique fitness class in LA. To make it work, we needed to stream audio underwater. We were shocked that there were no products out there! So, we got handy and hacked a headset…and it worked!
2016
Pivot: The SwimTeam headsets were such a hit that our customers wanted to buy them and do our workouts in their own time. We decided to focus our efforts on making an even better headset. That way, even more people could enjoy them.
2017
Enter Zygo: Finally, the solution to stream audio underwater. After years of research, the Zygo headset was born, and so much more now via our app: on-demand workouts, a tempo trainer, and more exciting features coming soon.
2015
Swim Team: Our first idea to make swimming more fun was SwimTeam - a pool-based boutique fitness class in LA. To make it work, we needed to stream audio underwater. We were shocked that there were no products out there! So, we got handy and hacked a headset…and it worked!
2016
Pivot: The SwimTeam headsets were such a hit that our customers wanted to buy them and do our workouts in their own time. We decided to focus our efforts on making an even better headset. That way, even more people could enjoy them.
2017
Enter Zygo: Finally, the solution to stream audio underwater. After years of research, the Zygo headset was born, and so much more now via our app: on-demand workouts, a tempo trainer, and more exciting features coming soon.
OUR MISSION: WATERPROOF AUDIO FOR EVERY SWIMMER
From the first headset we created for SwimTeam to the Zygo system swimmers use today, our mission has always been to make swimming more social, entertaining, and connected. The pool can be an incredible place to train, reset, and build endurance, but it can also feel quiet and repetitive. We wanted to change that by bringing live underwater audio, music, coaching, and guided workouts into the swim experience.
Whether you are new to swimming like we were, returning to the pool after time away, or training like a seasoned pro, Zygo was built to make every lap feel more engaging. With waterproof swimming headphones, the Zygo App, and technology designed specifically for the water, we hope to help more people enjoy swimming, stay motivated, and keep coming back to the pool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zygo?
Zygo is a waterproof swimming headphone system designed to bring live underwater audio to the pool. With Zygo, swimmers can listen to music, podcasts, audiobooks, guided workouts, and coaching while they swim.
Why did Zygo create waterproof swimming headphones?
Zygo was created because traditional waterproof headphones often rely on MP3 storage, which means swimmers have to download audio before getting in the water. We wanted to build a better way to stream audio underwater and make swimming more social, entertaining, and motivating.
Can Zygo stream audio while swimming?
Yes. Zygo is designed to stream live audio while you swim using a transmitter and waterproof bone conduction headset. Your phone stays safely out of the water while your audio plays through the headset in the pool.
What makes Zygo different from MP3 swimming headphones?
Unlike MP3 swimming headphones, Zygo lets swimmers listen to live audio from their favorite apps without needing to download files beforehand. This makes it easier to enjoy music, podcasts, audiobooks, workouts, and coaching during swim sessions.
Who is Zygo built for?
Zygo is built for swimmers of all levels, from beginners and fitness swimmers to triathletes, lap swimmers, swim coaches, and experienced athletes. Whether you swim for training, recovery, fitness, or enjoyment, Zygo helps make time in the water more engaging.
