Master the Water: Triathlon Swim Clinics for Every Level
About this race
IM 70.3/140.6 Swim Success Bundle (Pool + Lake)
Dates & Times:
• Pool Clinic — Sun, Feb 1, 2026 | 1:00–3:00 PM CST
• Open Water Clinic — Sat, Feb 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM CST
Locations: NW YMCA Pool + Walter E. Long Lake
Includes: Pool technique clinic + open water skills clinic & supported practice swim (1,000 yd or 1.2 mi)
Goal: Improve swim efficiency, reduce race-day anxiety, and execute a confident long-course swim
Requirements: Must be able to swim 100 yds continuous (pool), 100 yds (OWS) | Swim safety buoy required
IM 70.3/140.6 Swim Clinic – Pool Only
Date: Sun, Feb 1, 2026
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM CST
Location: NW YMCA Pool
Focus: Stroke efficiency, body position, energy conservation
Goal: Leave with targeted drills to improve endurance and efficiency
Requirements: Must swim 100 yds continuously
IM 70.3/140.6 Open Water Swim Clinic – Lake Only
Date: Sat, Feb 28, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM CST
Location: Walter E. Long Lake
Focus: Sighting, drafting, navigation, cold-water entry
Practice Swim: 1,000 yds or 1.2 miles (fully supported)
Goal: Build open-water confidence and race readiness
Requirements: Must be able to swim 100 yds (OWS) | Swim safety buoy required
Level 1: New Triathlete Swim Clinic (Pool)
Date: Sun, Mar 1, 2026
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM CST
Location: NW YMCA Pool
Focus: Breathing rhythm, body position, foundational technique
Goal: Swim calmly and efficiently with confidence
Requirements: Must swim 25 yds continuously
Level 2: Intermediate Triathlete Swim Clinic (Pool)
Date: Sun, Mar 1, 2026
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM CST
Location: NW YMCA Pool
Focus: Speed development, stroke efficiency, race strategy
Goal: Swim faster without working harder
Requirements: Must swim 50 yds continuously
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Check-In: Arrive 15 minutes early
More Details: Prep and logistics info will be emailed prior to your clinic
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Join fellow runners on June 4, 2023 for the Master the Water: Triathlon Swim Clinics for Every Level. It's a fantastic Level 1 New Triathlete Clinic, Level 2 Triathlete OWS Swim Clinic featuring a flat and fast course in Austin.
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Level 1 New Triathlete Clinic
Novice triathletes who are new to the sport and wish to boost their form, stamina, speed, and self-assurance in the water. Not a learn to swim clinic - must be able to swim 25 yds continuous.
Level 2 Triathlete OWS Swim Clinic
Seasoned triathletes who are looking to enhance their technique and take their swim and open water racing strategies to the next level.
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About Austin
Master the Water: Triathlon Swim Clinics for Every Level takes place in Austin, Texas, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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