BeMore Coaching and Events Open Water Swim Clinic

Date

Start: Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Address

Gunpowder Falls State Park, Hammerman Area, Wind Surfing Beach
7200 Graces Quarters Chase, MD

Fees

$40.00

Registration Closing Date

Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

This clinic will focus on open water swimming techniques and strategies to help you be a more efficient open water swimmer! The clinic will cover techniques for various open water swimming starts, sighting buoys, pack swimming, how to deal with the unexpected, and how to navigate an open water swim course and much more! Practice what you have learned by swimming an open water swim course (~500 - 750 yds).

For?

Anyone wanting to improve their open water swimming technique. Great practice for anyone preparing for an late summer triathlon or open water swim! Must be able to swim 500 yds. Wetsuits are optional.

What to Bring

Photo ID, your swim suit or tri-suit, goggles, hair ties for long hair, swimming cap (will be provided), two towels, sunscreen, water bottle filled with water, a small snack to eat after, and a change of clothes. Showers and changing rooms are available on site. Wetsuits are optional.

Time and Location

August 8th, 2010 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Gunpowder State Park Hammerman Beach Area, Chase, MD

Other Details

Fee to enter Gunpowder State Park is $3 for MD resident and $4 for non-MD resident.

Inclement Weather Policy

This event will be held rain or shine, in case of extreme weather conditions such as thunderstorms or unsafe swimming conditions, as determined by the event organizers and or other officials, the event will be canceled. No refunds

Additional Information

This clinic is presented by USAT certified Triathlon Coach Liz Flynn. We will have our own lifeguards and kayaks in the water for your safety.

More Information

Click here to view the event organizer's website

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