Open Water Swimming 2025

If you are a competitive swimmer, please send your 200m Free or 400m Free times to swimming@kingstonyachtclub.ca to ensure you are in the program right for you!

Embark on a journey of discovery as we unlock the secrets of safe, fun open water swimming, equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate vast bodies of water easily. From teenagers honing their racing prowess to young adults seeking to conquer the waves and even masters refining their techniques, there's a place for everyone in our immersive, transformative program. Join us and embrace the thrill of the open water!

We are offering 1 week, 2 weeks, and 1 month programs to accommodate to everyone's busy summer schedules.

No open water swimming experience is required, but general swimming knowledge is mandatory. Swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership, a link will be sent after registration. All programs are taught by a Swim Canada certified coach.

No Idea to No Fear! (Ages 8 - 11)

Bringing swimmers from no idea to no fear! While open water swimming may be intimidating, KYC offers an incredible program to enhance a swimmer’s confidence while gaining the necessary tools to be safe in deep and big bodies of water.

This program is suitable for swimmers aged 8 - 11 with a background in swimming. All swimmers must be able to swim 200m consistently in a pool.

Swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership, a link will be sent after registration.

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Evenings (5:30pm - 7:30pm)

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Evenings (5:30pm - 7:30pm)

Swimmers are encouraged to attend the full summer, you are more than welcome to purchase two months! Practice makes progress!

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday Evenings (5:30pm - 7:30pm)

Learn to Race (Ages 12 - 17)

Learn to Race is a great way to get comfortable with open water swimming while learning the aspects and skills of racing. The targeted learning outcomes include safety protocols, water comfort, navigation, emergency response, racing strategies, and more! Swimmers will learn not only how to race, but how to be safe and comfortable while open-water swimming.

This program is suitable for swimmers aged 12 - 17 with a background in swimming. All swimmers must be able to swim 400m consistently in a pool.

swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership, a link will be sent after registration.

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday Mornings (6:00am - 8:00am), Wednesday and Friday Evenings (5:30pm - 7:30pm)

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday Mornings (6:00am - 8:00am), Wednesday and Friday Evenings (5:30pm - 7:30pm)

Swimmers are encouraged to attend the full summer, you are more than welcome to purchase two months! Practice makes progress!

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday Mornings (6:00am - 8:00am), Wednesday and Friday Evenings (5:30pm - 7:30pm)

Masters (Ages 18+)

Swimmers will focus on endurance and refining techniques, emergency protocols, and environmental awareness. A primary focus will be on endurance, navigation, and basic swim etiquette for leisure and racing scenarios. This program focuses on personal goals and development while providing a safe environment for swimmers to excel.

The Masters program is suitable for swimmers aged 18+ with a background in swimming. All swimmers must be able to swim 400m consistently in a pool. No open water swimming experience required.

Swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership, a link will be sent after registration.

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings (6:00am - 8:00am)

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings (6:00am - 8:00am)

Swimmers are encouraged to attend the full summer, you are more than welcome to purchase two months! Practice makes progress!

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings (6:00am - 8:00am)

Questions?

Contact us!

Samantha Mastel-Marr
Open Water Swimming Coach
swimming@kingstonyachtclub.ca

Do you have kids who would like sailing as well?

  Check out our Summer Sailing Camps and Race Team Programs! We offer a range of sailing programs for sailors ages 5 - 18 years old, all taught by Sail Canada certified instructors!