Open Water Swim and Breakfast @ Heffley lake

The sun’s out, the water’s warming up, and it’s time to kick off summer with the Kamloops Triathlon Club!

You’re invited to our Open Water Swim & Breakfast at Heffley Lake on Saturday, June 28.
(Breakfast and coached session is free for all KTC members)

Whether you're prepping for a race or just want to enjoy a scenic swim and good company, this is for you.

Here’s the plan:
8:00 --> Car pool up (not much parking at the rec site). Meet at gravel parking lot across from Esso (Paul Lake Rd & Yellowhead)
🕕 9:00 a.m. – Arrive at Heffley Lake Boat Launch (Heffley Lake Rec site)
🏊 9:10–9:45 a.m. – Open Water Swim skills
🥐 10:30–11:30 a.m. – Light Breakfast & Coffee by the lake

We’ll focus on open water skills like sighting, swimming in a pack, and pacing.


Please bring:

Wetsuit (optional but recommended)

Bright swim cap (we’ll have extras!) & Swim Buoy

Towel & warm clothes for after

Camp chair or mug if you’d like to hang out after



What we will bring:

Coaches to do an open water orientation & coached session

Paddle board support - for those who want to give open water swimming a try, but feel more comfortable knowing there's support available

Breakfast - breakfast burritos & coffee after our swim


Please RSVP so can plan for breakfast and coffee (and maybe hot chocolate)