Free SwimRun Belle Isle RVA May 3rd & 4th
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Past event
7:00 AM EDT
Richmond, Virginia
Free · 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Free SwimRun Belle Isle RVA on May 4th, 2025, in the beautiful city of Richmond, Virginia! This unique, non-timed SwimRun experience invites adventure seekers to dive into a thrilling multi-stage race that alternates between running and swimming. Participants will tackle a total distance of approximately 9.5 km of running and 2.5 km of open-water swimming, all while enjoying the stunning scenery of Belle Isle.
This community-focused event emphasizes fun and camaraderie, and it's a fantastic way to experience the growing sport of SwimRun in Virginia. Bring a partner for safety, or we’ll pair you up on race day. Don't forget your mandatory SwimRun wetsuit to keep you warm in the chilly waters, along with your running shoes, protective long socks, paddles, and bright gear. The race begins and ends at the Belle Isle parking lot, making it a convenient and accessible outing for all. Come out, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and make unforgettable memories at this exciting SwimRun event!
This community-focused event emphasizes fun and camaraderie, and it's a fantastic way to experience the growing sport of SwimRun in Virginia. Bring a partner for safety, or we’ll pair you up on race day. Don't forget your mandatory SwimRun wetsuit to keep you warm in the chilly waters, along with your running shoes, protective long socks, paddles, and bright gear. The race begins and ends at the Belle Isle parking lot, making it a convenient and accessible outing for all. Come out, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and make unforgettable memories at this exciting SwimRun event!
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May 4th
Entries closed7:00 AM EDT
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Organiser's description
This is a FREE non timed SwimRun Experience Event. Contact us directly if you wish to rent a SwimRun Wetsuit.
SwimRun is a multiple-stage adventure race where participants alternate between running and swimming over a course with multiple cross-country, trail, or path runs and open-water swim stages, without stopping in between. Each participant needs a partner (or more) for safety. If you do not have a partner, you will be paired with one race morning.
Equipment
-SwimRun Wetsuit (MANDATORY) - Water will be COLD and it provides good protection from rocks etc while swimming.
-Running Shoes
-Protective Long Socks (compression works great)
-Paddles
-Pull Buoy with belt or leg strap
-Brightly Colored Cap and Goggles
Total Run ~ 9.5km
Total Swim ~ 2.5km
This Event is UNTIMED. There are NO AWARDS. It is a community event to help build the sport of SwimRun in Virginia.
This event starts and ends at Belle Isle parking lot in Richmond, VA. Course Map can be found at PrimalRva.com > Events
If you miss the wetsuit rental date, message us directly ([email protected]) and we can likely get you a suit.
SwimRun is a multiple-stage adventure race where participants alternate between running and swimming over a course with multiple cross-country, trail, or path runs and open-water swim stages, without stopping in between. Each participant needs a partner (or more) for safety. If you do not have a partner, you will be paired with one race morning.
Equipment
-SwimRun Wetsuit (MANDATORY) - Water will be COLD and it provides good protection from rocks etc while swimming.
-Running Shoes
-Protective Long Socks (compression works great)
-Paddles
-Pull Buoy with belt or leg strap
-Brightly Colored Cap and Goggles
Total Run ~ 9.5km
Total Swim ~ 2.5km
This Event is UNTIMED. There are NO AWARDS. It is a community event to help build the sport of SwimRun in Virginia.
This event starts and ends at Belle Isle parking lot in Richmond, VA. Course Map can be found at PrimalRva.com > Events
If you miss the wetsuit rental date, message us directly ([email protected]) and we can likely get you a suit.
Location
Belle Isle Parking Lot, Tredegar St, Richmond, 23219, VA, United States
Free SwimRun Belle Isle RVA May 3rd & 4th
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