Join us for an open water swimming crash course in the week leading up to the National Triathlon Championships in Kelowna, BC! The course will cover essential skills that include sighting, strokes and kicks, feeling comfortable with others swimming around you, drafting and efficient turns around swim course buoys. Whether you are new to open water swimming, or a seasoned multisport enthusiast, this is a great opportunity to receive one-to-one feedback.
Boyce-Gyro Beach is home to the Gyro Swim Loop, an 800m loop in a boat-free swim zone. Water temperatures will likely be close to 20 degrees, making for a comfortable swim with or without a wetsuit!
What to Expect
- Learn from the Experts: Open Water Swim session hosted by a VOWSA swim expert!
- Open Water Swim Basics: Get a feel for the water, swimming in a group and sighting and negotiating an open water swim course.
- BONUS socks included with each entry!
Details You Need to Know
- Dates: August 3
- Location: Boyce-Gyro Beach, Kelowna, BC
- Time: 8:30am – 11:30pm
- Cost: $50.00
