Swimming And Triathlon

Who is eligible to join the Endurance Swimming program?

Anyone who wants to learn! We just ask that you are prepared to work had and are committed to the process. We accept all abilities levels from people who can't swim or are afraid of the water all the way through elite athlete. Come join us...we won't bite!

Do I need to know how to swim? How much should I be able to swim before joining?

In short No! You don't need to know how to swim at all. That is what we are here for. We want to work with you to make you a better swimmer whether you know how to swim already or not. There is no swim test and we expect many swimmers joining the program to barely be able to make it one length. We are on a journey together so let us help you go from nothing to a swim star!

What makes Endurance Swimming different than other programs?

Our program is different from most programs out there for a few different reasons. We are not a traditional masters program. We do not require members to know or even learn any strokes other than freestyle. We do not require our athletes to participate in any swim meets or races. If you are just looking to use swimming as a form of exercise, then that is good enough for us! What makes us special is we have athletes from those learning to swim all the way up to elite athletes. In the summer months, unlike most programs, we take you out into the open water and teach you everything you need to know to be safe, have fun and swim fast out of the pool too!

I’m new to swimming and triathlon. When should I start training for my triathlon?

DON’T WAIT! GET IN AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! Swimming is a very technical sport which means you will need to commit a good amount of time to just working on your technique and building your fitness. Many athletes wait until 1 month before their first race to find a coach to work on the swim. This is a HUGE mistake. If you are newer to swimming, then you will need 4-6 months of consistent training (2-3 swims per week) to get through your first triathlon. Many athletes find out the hard way that just because they have good bike and run fitness does not mean they have swim fitness at all. Now if your race is 1 month away and you need help, it isn’t too late but you can’t cram for a triathlon. If you can’t get through the swim portion, then you can’t do a triathlon!

What equipment will I need for swim and triathlon swim training?

At a minimum, you will need goggles and a swimming costume or a bathing suit. There is a specific purpose for each piece of equipment and we recommend a few other items beyond goggles. A swimmer’s snorkel, fins, paddles and a buoy are all recommend as you will use them your entire swim career.