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Fun Triathlon Open Water Swim Practice & Training Meetups

April 11 - September 12, 2026
Austin, TX 78724 US

ALL SWIMMERS MUST REGISTER

Swims Meetups

Open Water Swim April

Date Range: 04/11
Time: 7:15AM CDT 8:45AM CDT
Open to ages 14+.

Open Water Swim May

Strikethrough Price: $20
Price: $15
Date Range: 05/09
Time: 7:15AM CDT 8:45AM CDT

8 spots left. Price increases after May 2, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 14+.

Open Water Swim June

Strikethrough Price: $20
Price: $15
Date Range: 06/13
Time: 7:15AM CDT 8:45AM CDT

17 spots left. Price increases after June 6, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 14+.

Open Water Swim July

Strikethrough Price: $20
Price: $15
Date Range: 07/11
Time: 7:15AM CDT 8:45AM CDT

11 spots left. Price increases after July 4, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 14+.

Open Water Swim September

Strikethrough Price: $20
Price: $15
Date Range: 09/12
Time: 7:15AM CDT 8:45AM CDT

14 spots left. Price increases after September 5, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 14+.

Swim Support Volunteer/Kayaker

Price: $0
Date Range: 04/11 09/12
Time: 6:45AM CDT 8:45AM CDT

3 spots left. Registration ends September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 18+.

Lifeguard

Price: $0
Date Range: 04/11 09/12
Time: 6:45AM CDT 8:45AM CDT
Registration ends September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 18+.

For All Triathletes & Swimmers

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Triathlete Practice Swim Info


🏊 Open Water Swim Training in Austin | Get Race-Ready at Walter E. Long Lake

Race coming up? Don’t let open water be your weakness.

If you’re training for a triathlon, your swim shouldn’t start on race day.

Join our Fun Open Water Swim Meetups in Austin, TX and build real confidence in the conditions that matter—no pool lines, no guesswork, no panic.

Swim your pace. Swim your distance. Get race ready.

🚀 Build Confidence. Swim Strong. Race Smart.

Train in a safe, supported open water environment designed for triathletes and endurance swimmers.

  • ✅ Swim Your Way – Any pace. Any distance. No pressure.
  • 🏊 Mentor-Led Support – Technique, sighting, race strategy
  • 🛶 Kayakers on Course – Guidance + visibility where it counts
  • 🛟 Certified Lifeguards – Safety always comes first
  • 👥 In-Water Support (Swim Angels) – Real-time help when you need it
  • 🤝 Community Vibes – No ego. Just athletes getting better

🌊 Designed for All Levels (Yes, Even If You’re Nervous)

First time in open water?
You’re exactly who this is for.

Experienced triathlete?
Dial in your race skills and efficiency.

  • 🔁 400–750m Loop Courses – Build endurance and race rhythm
  • 🐥 200–250yd Shoreline Loop ("Duck Loop") – Stay close, stay confident
  • 🧠 Practice sighting, breathing, starts, and open water flow

🌟 New to Open Water? We’ve Got You.

Before you even swim, we set you up for success with a pre-swim briefing and skills coaching:

  • ✔️ Safety and buoy use
  • ✔️ Sighting without a pool line
  • ✔️ Race starts and exits
  • ✔️ Managing anxiety and breathing resets
  • ✔️ Gear tips (wetsuits, goggles, etc.)

👉 This is where confidence is built.


📅 2026 Swim Dates (Austin Open Water Training)

Every 2nd Saturday | 7:15 – 8:45 AM

  • April 11
  • May 9
  • June 13
  • July 11
  • Aug 8 (tentative)
  • September 12

🛟 Safe. Supported. Structured.

We’re not just a meetup—we’re a race-prep environment.

  • Lifeguards and kayakers on course
  • Clearly marked swim loops
  • Beginner-friendly shoreline option
  • Pre-swim safety briefing every session

🧳 What to Bring

Swimsuit • Goggles • Towel • Sunscreen
🛟 Safety buoy required

👉 New? Limited loaner buoys available.

💲 Simple Pricing

$15 Drop-In | No commitment | Must pre-register

📍 Location

Walter E. Long Lake Metro Park (Swim Beach)
Austin, TX

🔥 Ready to Feel Confident on Race Day?

👉 Register Now for Open Water Swim Training in Austin

Train Smart. Swim Confident.

2026 Swim Traffic Control Plan for SBR Fun Open Water Swims at Walter E. Long Lake showing three course distances, lifeguard stations, and boat ramp access.

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Location

Walter E. Long Metropolitan Park
6620 Blue Bluff Rd
Austin, TX 78724 US View Location on Map

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