2025 Open Water Swimming (OWS)
EAC has had a number of swimmers participate in OWS over the years. Open water swimming provides an entirely different environment for swimming and demands a different training approach than traditional (short course) racing. However, to decide if you should try it, swimmers should first determine if they are confident in swimming the distance in a short course pool before swimming in open water.
EAC Coaches highly encourage swimmers to try one at somepoint! The Steelman Racing website gives a great overview (athlete guide) as to what to expect and also some really cool videos of swims.
Wetsuits are allowed for racing in open water. Wetsuits are required when the water temperature is below 60-degrees Fahrenheit and may NOT be used when the water temperature is above 78 degrees.
If you have any questions are any interest, please reach out to Coach Isaac or Coach Josh (one or both may be attending too!). Below are just a few recommended races:
- May 3, 2025, Fast & Furious 5k, Schuylkill River
- May 18, 2025, SwimFest, French Creek, Elverson, PA
- July 26, 2025, SwimFest/SwimRun, Norristown, PA
- September 28, 2025, SwimFest, French Creek, Elverson, PA
- June 22, 2025, 1mi, 2mi, 3mi & 3mi relay options
- August 17, 2025, 1mi, 2mi, 3mi & 3mi relay options
- September 21, 2025, 1mi, 2mi, 3mi & 3mi relay options
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