RTC EF Coached Open Water Swim - Monday, 9/08/25 - Members Only!

  • Date Mon 8th September 2025
  • Time 5:00PM EDT
  • Location Midlothian, VA, Virginia
  • Price Free
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Event summary

Join us for an exciting evening of open water swimming on Monday, September 8, 2025, in the beautiful setting of Midlothian, Chesterfield! This members-only event promises a fantastic opportunity to dive into the refreshing waters of Robious Landing as part of our seasonal swim series. Starting promptly at 6:05 PM, participants will gather at 5:45 PM for an important safety briefing before hitting the water.

Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or new to open water, this event caters to all skill levels. Don't forget to bring your swim buoy and bright swim capβ€”both are essential for safety, and we have limited supplies available to borrow. For those who may feel nervous, we offer swim angels to accompany you in the water. With a vibrant community of fellow swimmers, this is not just a swim; it's an experience filled with support, camaraderie, and fun. Make sure to register by 3 PM on the day of the event to secure your spot. Get ready to make a splash and enjoy a wonderful evening of swimming!

Organiser's Description

Open water swims are hosted seasonally on Mondays and Wednesdays, weather and river permitting, at Robious Landing. Registration is open until 3pm the day of the swim.

** Please select the final COMPLETE REGISTRATION to submit your registration and receive a confirmation email. We need to have an accurate head count for our water safety crew. Similarly, if you are unable to attend after registering, we ask that you cancel your registration before 3pm by asking for a refund.

1. Please arrive by 5:45 to hear the safety briefing, sign in, and get yourself ready to go. All swimmers take off at 6:05 pm from the dock. Late arrivals may swim at their own risk without signing in.

2. Swim buoys and bright swim caps are required. We have a limited number of swim buoys and caps available to borrow if necessary. No Buoy = No Swim! Other items to bring are a towel, goggles, sandals, bathing suit and sometimes a wetsuit.

3. New open water swimmers may request a swim angel. The swim angel will swim with you and keep an eye on you. See role description for more information.

4. After swimming, please SIGN OUT. The Swim Lead will call the emergency contact if the swimmer does not sign out.

5. Please consider giving back to our program by volunteering at least monthly either by signing up to kayak, SUP, or as a swim angel! We also have a volunteer reward program called RTC TRISTARS. Read more about it here: RTC TRISTARS [https://www.richmondtriclub.com/copy-of-open-water-swim].

6. All swimmers and volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. We allow non-members to swim with us twice before membership becomes required. You don't have to be a member to volunteer for water support, but membership is encouraged! If you have not signed up online you are required to sign a waiver on paper at the river.

7. All participants are encouraged to sign up for Rained Out text notifications here. [https://www.rainedout.net/team_page.php?a=7a1a66c9d13367fce645]

Races

  • Trailer Driver-James River HS Lot

    Mon 8th September 2025 (5:30PM EDT)

    Free

    BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must wear PFD, radio, whistle * Must be comfortable with swimmers grabbing on to the front or rear of board * Must be ready to throw line with PFD attached to swimmer Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program!
  • Volunteer Kayaker

    Mon 8th September 2025 (5:45PM EDT)

    Free

    BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must wear PFD, radio, whistle * Must be comfortable with swimmers grabbing on to the front or rear of board * Must be ready to throw line with PFD attached to swimmer Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program!
  • Volunteer Kayaker With Own Kayak

    Mon 8th September 2025 (5:45PM EDT)

    Free

    BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must wear PFD, radio, whistle * Must be comfortable with swimmers grabbing on to the front or rear of board * Must be ready to throw line with PFD attached to swimmer Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program!
  • Volunteer SUP

    Mon 8th September 2025 (5:45PM EDT)

    Free

    BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Must be 18 years or older * Must wear PFD, radio, whistle * Must be comfortable with swimmers grabbing on to the front or rear of board * Must be ready to throw line with PFD attached to swimmer Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program!
  • Swimmers

    Mon 8th September 2025 (6:05PM EDT)

    Free

    BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! * Swim Safety Buoy Required * Bright Swim Cap Required * Swim up to the "dock" 750 yards and NOT beyond
  • Swim Lead Coordinator

    Mon 8th September 2025 (5:00PM EDT)

    Free

    This role is RESERVED ONLY for the lead OWS Coordinador (usually a Board Director) responsible for set up, registration, check out, and tear down. Thanks. BE SURE TO COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION BY SCROLLING ALL THE WAY TO THE END AND SUBMITTING IT. YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. THANKS! Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program!

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3800 James River Road, Robious Landing Park, Midlothian, VA, 23113, VA, United States

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