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Typical Swim and Clinic Format:
We begin with a brief orientation and condition overview. Swimmers may choose to
participate in an open water swim only around the 750m (1/2 mile) marked course for the
duration of the session. The swim clinics will cover the basics in open water racing, water
acclimation, sighting, race strategies and stroke techniques. Clinics will run approx 30 - 40
minutes with instruction on land and in the water. The balance of the session may be used
to swim and practice techniques.
Typical Timetable:
General Swim 8am - 9:30am
Beginners Clinic 8:15am - 8:45am, swim follows until 9:30am.
Light breakfast follows swim.
We begin with a brief orientation and condition overview. Swimmers may choose to
participate in an open water swim only around the 750m (1/2 mile) marked course for the
duration of the session. The swim clinics will cover the basics in open water racing, water
acclimation, sighting, race strategies and stroke techniques. Clinics will run approx 30 - 40
minutes with instruction on land and in the water. The balance of the session may be used
to swim and practice techniques.
Typical Timetable:
General Swim 8am - 9:30am
Beginners Clinic 8:15am - 8:45am, swim follows until 9:30am.
Light breakfast follows swim.
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in the Lab School Swim Sessions. We may use video tape analysis to better demonstrate
areas needing improvement. The cost for 55 minutes is $80 for each private lesson; $45
tamaralowengrub@yahoo.com or Denis at feelthewater@yahoo.com to determine lesson
time and location. Small groups are welcome, email us for available time options. Minimums
may apply.
We also offer personal open water lessons and training in a private lake for one on
one or small groups of two, or three. Contact info@usopenwater.org for details.
areas needing improvement. The cost for 55 minutes is $80 for each private lesson; $45
tamaralowengrub@yahoo.com or Denis at feelthewater@yahoo.com to determine lesson
time and location. Small groups are welcome, email us for available time options. Minimums
may apply.
We also offer personal open water lessons and training in a private lake for one on
one or small groups of two, or three. Contact info@usopenwater.org for details.
| IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE: Open water swimming involves variable conditions. Every day is different. Every swim is different. Please see our website for schedule and weather updates particularly prior to event date. Cancellations due to weather shall be determined in the best interest of the swimmers and no refunds will be given for weather cancellations. All swimmers swim at their own risk. Risks may include potential injury and death. Be safe. Prices and event times subject to change without notice. No refunds or transfers. Park, parking and entrance fees are not included in the swim/clinic or event fee. |
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For professional swim planning, strategic and tactical planning, and distance kayak escort in
local waters.
Contact Kurt Thiel at Kurt@usopenwater.org
local waters.
Contact Kurt Thiel at Kurt@usopenwater.org
| Kayak Escort and Training |
Marina Pier to practice open water swimming and train for your next race.
Swim our 400 meter course in a protected area and join a coached practice
to develop your swimming skills and speed. The swim will be kayak and
lifeguard supported. WaveOne is a USMS club and swims are conducted by
USMS coaches.
When: Every Thursday from May 10 until September 22 -
Some Blackout dates will apply. Keep checking back.
20 weeks of fun open water swimming!
Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm CHECK UPDATES FOR ADJUSTED TIME!
Where: National Harbor South Pier at the Marina under the big tent.
Cost: $25 for each swim
Purchase your season pass now – Only $249 Click Here
Special pre-season pricing is only valid until April 30. Season pass ensures a
spot during sold out swims, priority check in, advance notice on WaveOne
special events, and more. Only a limited number of season passes will be
available! Register now for a savings of 50%.
Swims include 300-400 meter marked course, on deck and in-water coaching,
pace clock to track your swimming progress, lifeguard support, raffles,
product demos, and discounted happy hour pricing at a local National Harbor
restaurant/bar each Thursday, including: Cadillac Ranch, McLoone’s Pier
House, Bobby McKey’s, National Pastime Bar & Grill, Potbelly Sandwich Works
and more.
See website for updated start times because we adjust swim time with the
sunset. From time to time we change course location from North Cove to the
Marina Pier, so check for updates and arrive early to check in and be
numbered. Purchased passes and swims will not be refunded or transferred in
any circumstance. See website for weather policy and other disclaimers.
NOTE: This is not a “learn to swim” program. You must be able to swim
750m nonstop in the pool or 500m nonstop in the open water. Y
For more information or questions email denis@usopenwater.org
Swim our 400 meter course in a protected area and join a coached practice
to develop your swimming skills and speed. The swim will be kayak and
lifeguard supported. WaveOne is a USMS club and swims are conducted by
USMS coaches.
When: Every Thursday from May 10 until September 22 -
Some Blackout dates will apply. Keep checking back.
20 weeks of fun open water swimming!
Time: 7:00pm to 8:00pm CHECK UPDATES FOR ADJUSTED TIME!
Where: National Harbor South Pier at the Marina under the big tent.
Cost: $25 for each swim
Purchase your season pass now – Only $249 Click Here
Special pre-season pricing is only valid until April 30. Season pass ensures a
spot during sold out swims, priority check in, advance notice on WaveOne
special events, and more. Only a limited number of season passes will be
available! Register now for a savings of 50%.
Swims include 300-400 meter marked course, on deck and in-water coaching,
pace clock to track your swimming progress, lifeguard support, raffles,
product demos, and discounted happy hour pricing at a local National Harbor
restaurant/bar each Thursday, including: Cadillac Ranch, McLoone’s Pier
House, Bobby McKey’s, National Pastime Bar & Grill, Potbelly Sandwich Works
and more.
See website for updated start times because we adjust swim time with the
sunset. From time to time we change course location from North Cove to the
Marina Pier, so check for updates and arrive early to check in and be
numbered. Purchased passes and swims will not be refunded or transferred in
any circumstance. See website for weather policy and other disclaimers.
NOTE: This is not a “learn to swim” program. You must be able to swim
750m nonstop in the pool or 500m nonstop in the open water. Y
For more information or questions email denis@usopenwater.org
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