Open Water Practice Swim presented by Swim Happy
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Grass Lake, Michigan
$34.30 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to dive into an exciting opportunity at the Open Water Practice Swim on Saturday, June 21, 2025! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Big Portage Lake in Grass Lake, Jackson, this event is perfect for swimmers of all levels, whether you're gearing up for your very first short-distance triathlon or you're a seasoned pro preparing for your 100th long-distance race.
Participants can choose between 200-meter and 400-meter courses, allowing for a flexible training experience in a race-like environment without the competitive pressure. The course will be open for 1.5 hours, giving you ample time to swim around once or tackle multiple loops. Registration includes an Epic swim cap and delicious post-event snacks to refuel after your swim. Don't forget, a State Park permit or Recreation Passport is required to enter the stunning Waterloo State Recreation Area. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic training at this must-attend event for all swimming enthusiasts!
Participants can choose between 200-meter and 400-meter courses, allowing for a flexible training experience in a race-like environment without the competitive pressure. The course will be open for 1.5 hours, giving you ample time to swim around once or tackle multiple loops. Registration includes an Epic swim cap and delicious post-event snacks to refuel after your swim. Don't forget, a State Park permit or Recreation Passport is required to enter the stunning Waterloo State Recreation Area. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fantastic training at this must-attend event for all swimming enthusiasts!
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Open Water Practice Swim by Swim Happy
Incl. $4.30 Fee
Swim all you want or all you can between the hours of 10 - 11:30 am.
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$34.30
Organiser's description
OPEN WATER SWIM TRAINING WITH SWIM HAPPY!
Whether you are training for your first short-distance triathlon or your 100th long-distance triathlon, the Open Water Practice Swim is a great opportunity to get in some quality training in a race-like setting without the pressure of a race!
200-meter & 400-meter courses will be set up at Big Portage Lake in the Waterloo Recreation Area, home of the Tri Goddess Triathlon. Swim around once or do multiple loops. The course will be open for 1.5 hours.
Your registration fee includes an Epic swim cap and post-event snacks.
BIG PORTAGE LAKE, WATERLOO STATE RECREATION AREA
11500 SEYMOUR RD, GRASS LAKE, MI 49240
Please use this address to access the correct entrance! Most GPS units will locate Waterloo Rec Area at the McClure Road location, so please use the stated address on Seymour Road.
PARK ENTRY
A State Park permit, or Recreation Passport is needed to enter Waterloo State Recreation Area. Visit the Michigan Department of Natural Resources' website here for pricing and more information.
Whether you are training for your first short-distance triathlon or your 100th long-distance triathlon, the Open Water Practice Swim is a great opportunity to get in some quality training in a race-like setting without the pressure of a race!
200-meter & 400-meter courses will be set up at Big Portage Lake in the Waterloo Recreation Area, home of the Tri Goddess Triathlon. Swim around once or do multiple loops. The course will be open for 1.5 hours.
Your registration fee includes an Epic swim cap and post-event snacks.
BIG PORTAGE LAKE, WATERLOO STATE RECREATION AREA
11500 SEYMOUR RD, GRASS LAKE, MI 49240
Please use this address to access the correct entrance! Most GPS units will locate Waterloo Rec Area at the McClure Road location, so please use the stated address on Seymour Road.
PARK ENTRY
A State Park permit, or Recreation Passport is needed to enter Waterloo State Recreation Area. Visit the Michigan Department of Natural Resources' website here for pricing and more information.
Location
11500 Seymour Road, Grass Lake, 49240, MI, United States
Open Water Practice Swim presented by Swim Happy
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