Summer Swim

Open Water Swim Program Take your swimming beyond the pool and into the real world. Our Open Water Swim Program is designed to help athletes build confidence, overcome open water anxiety, and become a more efficient open water swimmer. Whether you're training for your first triathlon or looking to sharpen your race-day performance, this program focuses on the skills that matter most when the black line disappears. What to Expect: Safe, designated swim area with clear boundaries'Easy water access for athletes of varying experience levelsCalm to moderate water conditions suitable for skill development1/2 mile marked courseOn course support and safety personnel Dates: Wednesday times are 6pm - 8pm Weekends are 7am - 9am Wednesday May 20 Sunday May 31 Sunday Jun 7 Wednesday June 17 Saturday June 20 Wednesday July 8 Sunday July 19 Wednesday July 22 Saturday August 1 Sunday August 16 Wednesday August 26 Wednesday September 9 Who It’s For: Triathletes of all levelsSwimmers transitioning from pool to open waterAthletes preparing for open water races or eventsAnyone looking to feel stronger and more comfortable outside the pool Things to know You MUST wear a swim buoy when in the waterYou MUST check IN and OUT from the waterNo BATHROOMS at the venue or parking lotParking at 800 Heller Rd1 mile from the Richland Township Rail TrailDrop in passes are good for 2 weeks from purchase or one swim, which ever comes first OWS CLINIC INFO - May 31 and June 17th - note the all access pass does not include the swim clinics One Hour Coached Clinic; Second hour available to practiceFocus on confidence, efficiency, and race-day execution—not just distanceSmall group format with individualized coaching and real-time feedbackTechnique refinement: sighting, breathing patterns, stroke efficiency, pacingBuild comfort in visibility changes, and unpredictable environmentsStrategic coaching to reduce panic, conserve energy, and improve performance FORT POOL SWIMS: 15 Thursday Morning Swims at the FortCoached Practice YOUTH SWIM PASS Must be 16 years old or accompanied by an adult