Open Water Swim Practice #1
- Date Sun 12th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Saint Petersburg, Florida
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready to dive into an exhilarating experience at the Open Water Swim Practice #1 on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of St. Petersburg, Pinellas! This event promises to be a fantastic opportunity for swimmers of all skill levels to enhance their technique and enjoy the refreshing waters. With a course featuring three buoys to navigate, participants can choose between a sprint distance or a more extended swim of approximately 2,000 yards, making it perfect for everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes.
Join us at the beautiful beach located at 1201 North Shore Dr NE, right next to the volleyball courts, where the excitement begins at 7:45 AM with a swim briefing and group picture before hitting the waves at 8:00 AM. Safety is our top priority, with lifeguards and supportive friends on paddleboards and kayaks ensuring a secure environment for all. Whether you're gearing up for the St. Anthony's Triathlon or just looking to enjoy a wonderful day in the water, this practice session is sure to create lasting memories and foster community spirit. Don’t miss out on this chance to swim strong and make waves together!
Join us at the beautiful beach located at 1201 North Shore Dr NE, right next to the volleyball courts, where the excitement begins at 7:45 AM with a swim briefing and group picture before hitting the waves at 8:00 AM. Safety is our top priority, with lifeguards and supportive friends on paddleboards and kayaks ensuring a secure environment for all. Whether you're gearing up for the St. Anthony's Triathlon or just looking to enjoy a wonderful day in the water, this practice session is sure to create lasting memories and foster community spirit. Don’t miss out on this chance to swim strong and make waves together!
Organiser's Description
Hello Amazing Swimmers!
I hope this message finds you brimming with excitement for our upcoming swim sessions! Im thrilled to announce that well be adding
One more buoy for those of you who want to swim a little longer. This will help ensure a safe turn around and avoid any head-on collisions remember to keep your sighting sharp!
Before you head out, please take a moment to look over the updated map. And a quick reminder, skip Google Maps for the address; it might lead you to someones home! Just remember, were meeting at the beautiful beach!
Swim Dates:
- Sunday, April 12 & April 19
- Location: 1201 North Shore Dr NE
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
United States 33701 (next to the volleyball courts)
It will be limited parking starting at 7:15 try to be there earlier than that.
Join us for a swim briefing and group picture at 7:45 AM.
Swim Starts at 8:00 AM!
To all swimmers and athletes, Im excited to lead our practice and share some valuable tips and drills, for the 3rd year, especially for our beginners. If youve participated in the St. Anthonys Triathlon before, this is a great chance to practice your swim start!
The course will feature three buoys youll keep on your right. After reaching the final buoy, you can either swim towards the shoreline for a sprint distance or turn around with the added buoys for a longer swim. While we cant swim towards the pier due to boat traffic, you can complete two loops around the designated areaapproximately 2,000 yards of invigorating fun!
Your safety is my top priority, so well have friends on paddle boards and kayaks along with lifeguards to ensure a supportive environment. If you have any questions or need clarification, please feel free to reach out!
I anticipate a fantastic turnout of 100 participants each Sunday, so be sure to review the map and familiarize yourself with the course. Remember, the key to a successful swim is: sight, sight, sight!
The contribution is the same as the last two years, my Venmo account is available for donations starting at $10:
https://venmo.com/u/Leo-Briceno
Or my non profit:
https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/a0816c6b-f9db-47eb-a93a-210566f3ebb1
Thank you all for your dedication to our swim community! I cant wait for another rewarding practice session together. Lets make waves!
Whos swimming?
Who can paddle?
Swim strong
Coach Leo
#openwaterswimcommunity
I hope this message finds you brimming with excitement for our upcoming swim sessions! Im thrilled to announce that well be adding
One more buoy for those of you who want to swim a little longer. This will help ensure a safe turn around and avoid any head-on collisions remember to keep your sighting sharp!
Before you head out, please take a moment to look over the updated map. And a quick reminder, skip Google Maps for the address; it might lead you to someones home! Just remember, were meeting at the beautiful beach!
Swim Dates:
- Sunday, April 12 & April 19
- Location: 1201 North Shore Dr NE
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
United States 33701 (next to the volleyball courts)
It will be limited parking starting at 7:15 try to be there earlier than that.
Join us for a swim briefing and group picture at 7:45 AM.
Swim Starts at 8:00 AM!
To all swimmers and athletes, Im excited to lead our practice and share some valuable tips and drills, for the 3rd year, especially for our beginners. If youve participated in the St. Anthonys Triathlon before, this is a great chance to practice your swim start!
The course will feature three buoys youll keep on your right. After reaching the final buoy, you can either swim towards the shoreline for a sprint distance or turn around with the added buoys for a longer swim. While we cant swim towards the pier due to boat traffic, you can complete two loops around the designated areaapproximately 2,000 yards of invigorating fun!
Your safety is my top priority, so well have friends on paddle boards and kayaks along with lifeguards to ensure a supportive environment. If you have any questions or need clarification, please feel free to reach out!
I anticipate a fantastic turnout of 100 participants each Sunday, so be sure to review the map and familiarize yourself with the course. Remember, the key to a successful swim is: sight, sight, sight!
The contribution is the same as the last two years, my Venmo account is available for donations starting at $10:
https://venmo.com/u/Leo-Briceno
Or my non profit:
https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/a0816c6b-f9db-47eb-a93a-210566f3ebb1
Thank you all for your dedication to our swim community! I cant wait for another rewarding practice session together. Lets make waves!
Whos swimming?
Who can paddle?
Swim strong
Coach Leo
#openwaterswimcommunity
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Open Water Swim Practice
Sun 12th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
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