Beginner Open Water Swim Camp – Sasamat Lake, Port Moody
Small Group Class 6- 10 people
Date: July 20, 2025
8am to 10am , 1 hour break, 11am to 1pm (4 hours of open water training, 1 hour break )
Location: Sasamat Lake, Port Moody, BC
Price: $225
Coach: Chris Ostenstad – experienced open water swimmer and triathlete
Meet Coach Chris
Is This Camp Right for You?
Are you new to open water swimming or preparing for your first triathlon? Feeling a bit nervous about swimming in a lake for the first time? This one day camp is designed to help beginners gain confidence and essential skills for open water swimming.
What You’ll Learn:
How to prepare for open water swimming, including adjusting to colder water temperatures.
Understanding Triathlon BC rules for swimming, including wetsuit guidelines.
Techniques for swimming around buoys, sighting in open water, and controlling your breathing.
Strategies to stay calm and focused during your swim and navigate the course effectively.
Who Should Attend:
This camp is perfect for:
People wanting to brush up on their open water skills.
Training for their first open water swim or triathlon.
Looking to improve their open water swimming skills.
Interested in trying open water swimming for the first time.
Requirements:
Comfortably swim 400 meters in a pool.
Wetsuits are recommended but not mandatory.
Join Us!
Take the plunge and build your open water swimming confidence in a supportive and friendly environment.20
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