Workman Multisport Open Water Clinic Part 3

Date

Start: Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 9:00 AM

Address

Jordanelle Reservoir
Jordanelle Reservoir, UT

Registration Closing Date

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

Workman Multisport Institute Open Water Clinic . The open water clinic is part 3 of the WMI series where we will address both beginning open water swimmers as well as address the swim portion in more detail.

WHERE

Jordanelle Reservoir - Direction will be up soon

WHEN

Saturday, July 31, 2010 – 9:00AM - 11:00AM

WHAT TO BRING

water, goggles, towel(s), swimsuit, wetsuit, sunscreen, ear or nose plugs (if needed)

TIME SCHEDULE

9:00-9:30AM:Pre-clinic–overview of activities and the need-to-knows for the beginner triathlete (includes handouts) 9:30-10:30AM: Swim instruction in water. Groups will go varying distances based on their experience level (newbies to experienced swimmers welcome)! 10:30-11:00: Exit of lake, dry off, post-clinic wrapup, swag bags and refreshments *times are approximate

OTHER DETAILS

*Times are approximate. We will be swimming about 300-600 yards and will be split into beginner and non-beginner during the water portion of the clinic. Swimmers will have the opportunity to swim more if they want. There will be kayaks in the water and certified Lifeguards on site to ensure swimmer safety.

INFO ABOUT WHAT'S COVERED IN THE CLINIC

Review from the previous clinics as needed; check list, safety, wet suits, warm-ups, what to expect and mental prep, ready to race and starting position, start strategies, swimming for beginners, the exit and stripping off the wetsuit, along with pre-swim preparation, drafting, bi-lateral breathing, swimming straight, swimming around buoys, what to do when in a panic, and tips for completing the swim.

OTHER INFO

**If time allows we will have supervised open water practice time at each of the Workman Multisport 2010 Swimming Clinics. The best way to improve your open water swim is to practice in open water. Email: getfit@workmanmultisport.com

Additional Information

Join Workman Multisport Institute for this FREE open water swimming clinic. Are you apprehensive about swimming in open water, looking to get your first open water experience? Or maybe you’ve done some open water swimming, but are looking to refine your speed and skills or get some group open water swim training in for the upcoming season? Then this clinic is for you! Come join us for this free swim clinic and get the confidence you need to compete successfully this season.