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WaveOne's home for open water swimming events is National Harbor's Potomac River
waters. Located less than 15 minutes from the Washington Monument, National Harbor
is the premier open water swimming venue for WaveOne Swimming, a member of USMS.
waters. Located less than 15 minutes from the Washington Monument, National Harbor
is the premier open water swimming venue for WaveOne Swimming, a member of USMS.
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WaveOne teaches all swimming abilities how to
gain an advantage in a mass race start.
gain an advantage in a mass race start.
| Ariel view of National Harbor that will be hosts WaveOne Swimming open water swims and races. National Harbor info click here. |
Andrew G. runs to victory in the 2010 Great
Chesapeake Crossing. Andrew practiced at
WaveOne's Sandy Point swims earlier that
summer.
Chesapeake Crossing. Andrew practiced at
WaveOne's Sandy Point swims earlier that
summer.
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| 2012 Paddle for Humanity Draws over 200 Participants Foundation and other charities in Saturday's Paddle for Humanity. Washington DC attracted more paddlers than any other of the P4H races in 2012. Click here to see www.paddleforhumanity.org more information on this year's paddle. |
2013 Races
2nd Annual 2013 Washingtons Crossing: Swim Across the Potomac
Sunday June 2, 2013 Web Site Here
3rd Annual HarborFest Tri Swims: Sprint: 750m Half: 1.2miles Iron: 2.4 miles
Sunday, August 4, 2013 Web Site Here
4th Annual Swim for the Potomac Saturday, Sept 14, 2013
Kids fun swim 500m, 3k, 5k & 10k Web Site Here
2nd Annual 2013 Washingtons Crossing: Swim Across the Potomac
Sunday June 2, 2013 Web Site Here
3rd Annual HarborFest Tri Swims: Sprint: 750m Half: 1.2miles Iron: 2.4 miles
Sunday, August 4, 2013 Web Site Here
4th Annual Swim for the Potomac Saturday, Sept 14, 2013
Kids fun swim 500m, 3k, 5k & 10k Web Site Here
| New Article: First Ice Swimming Championships in Russia Read it here |
| WaveOne Swims with Special Olympians Special Olympics International and WaveOne Swimming joined to increase open water participation across the country by implementing the Special Olympics training plan developed by our friend Bruckner Chase. Contact us to help the USA lead the world in Special Olympics open water swimming. For more on our Special Olympics programs and progress, click here. |
WaveOne Swimming's impeccable safety
record is due to the professionals, like DC
Officer Calligaro, who support our swims.
record is due to the professionals, like DC
Officer Calligaro, who support our swims.
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| Thursday Happy Hour Open Water Swims Swims are every Thursday at National Harbor. See update column at the left for weekly start time. Learn More Here>> Sign up here>>> |
| Start Time: 7:15 Water Temp: 76.0 F (6/19 12pm) WetSuit use is allowed. FORECAST: Weather will be acceptable for a great evening swim. Sunny and 82F with low humidity. Please see our new rain check policy>>. NOAA Forecast Link>> Open Water Swim Info Here>> Register and Info Here |
Phillips and Levy win 2013
Washington's Crossing
in record times
Brian Phillips swam 1.3 miles across the
Potomac River with a first place time of
22:51. Braving 14 knot winds with up to
2o knot gusts, Lauren Levy became the
first woman finisher at 23:18. 108
swimmers completed the 2nd annual
Washington's Crossing swim from
Alexandria, Va to National Harbor, MD.
Swimmers of all ages competed, from
Tyler Fox, age 10 to Julia Randall who at
77 accomplished a life goal by finishing
the swim. Congratulations to all the
swimmers and many thanks to the
volunteers, especially the dedicated
kayakers, that contributed to the safe
success of the Washington's only
Potomac crossing.
RESULTS HERE>>
Washington's Crossing Website>>
Washington's Crossing
in record times
Brian Phillips swam 1.3 miles across the
Potomac River with a first place time of
22:51. Braving 14 knot winds with up to
2o knot gusts, Lauren Levy became the
first woman finisher at 23:18. 108
swimmers completed the 2nd annual
Washington's Crossing swim from
Alexandria, Va to National Harbor, MD.
Swimmers of all ages competed, from
Tyler Fox, age 10 to Julia Randall who at
77 accomplished a life goal by finishing
the swim. Congratulations to all the
swimmers and many thanks to the
volunteers, especially the dedicated
kayakers, that contributed to the safe
success of the Washington's only
Potomac crossing.
RESULTS HERE>>
Washington's Crossing Website>>
Aloha Splash
Pool Open Water Swims
to benefit Special Olympics was held on
April 6 at the Kennedy Shriver Aquatic
Center. 150m, 500m & 1,500m races
were swum by 91 participants. An aloha
time was had by all.
Find out more here>>
Pool Open Water Swims
to benefit Special Olympics was held on
April 6 at the Kennedy Shriver Aquatic
Center. 150m, 500m & 1,500m races
were swum by 91 participants. An aloha
time was had by all.
Find out more here>>
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| June 20 Happy Hour Swim Update Check here for periodic updates regarding start times, possible cancellation due to weather and other notes. Check in begins 30 minutes prior to start time. |
| Open Water Clinics and Swims at Sandy Point State Park, Maryland Sunday June 30 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Choice of an open swim or attend the Fundamentals of Open Water Swimming and Racing clinic followed by a practice swim. A 250-400 meter course will be fully kayak and lifeguard supported. Perfect for triathletes with upcoming races. Clinic will include Fundamentals of Open Water Racing including cold water acclimation secrets, racing starts, sighting and strategy. Clinic Calendar and learn more about our clinics here>> REGISTER HERE>> DIRECTIONS>> |
Carpool to Thursday HHS at
National Harbor: Leaving King St
Metro 30 minutes prior to swim start
and drop back afterward. Contact
Joe: joeliu@comcast.net
National Harbor: Leaving King St
Metro 30 minutes prior to swim start
and drop back afterward. Contact
Joe: joeliu@comcast.net