RTC Open Water Swim - Wednesday, 4/23/25 - Members Only!
- Date Wed 23rd April 2025
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Midlothian, VA, Virginia
- Price Free
- Races 9 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for an exhilarating experience at the RTC Open Water Swim on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Robious Landing Park in Midlothian, Chesterfield! This members-only event promises an unforgettable evening of swimming in a stunning natural setting. With two designated waves starting at 6:05 PM and 6:10 PM, participants will have the opportunity to challenge themselves and enjoy the thrill of open water swimming.
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or new to open water, there’s something for everyone! Active members can register to swim, and those seeking extra support can request a Swim Angel to provide guidance and reassurance in the water. Safety is a top priority, so please remember that swim safety buoys are required for all participants, and bright swim caps will be provided. Arrive early to complete your registration, sign the waiver, and get ready for a fantastic swim! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow swimmers and embrace the great outdoors!
Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or new to open water, there’s something for everyone! Active members can register to swim, and those seeking extra support can request a Swim Angel to provide guidance and reassurance in the water. Safety is a top priority, so please remember that swim safety buoys are required for all participants, and bright swim caps will be provided. Arrive early to complete your registration, sign the waiver, and get ready for a fantastic swim! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow swimmers and embrace the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO RTC'S OPEN WATER SWIM REGISTRATION
Hosted Monday's and Wednesday's weather/river permitting at Robious Landing Park, Midlothian, VA.
_** PLEASE REMEMBER TO SELECT _"COMPLETE REGISTRATION"_ IN ORDER TO SUBMIT YOUR REGISTRATION. YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL, IF YOU DON'T, PLEASE RESUBMIT. WE NEED TO HAVE AN ACCURATE HEAD COUNT FOR OUR WATER SAFETY CREW. THANKS! **_
1. Registration is for all ACTIVE MEMBERS ONLY. If you have not renewed your membership, please go to https://www.richmondtriclub.com/join-or-renew Memberships will be verified.
In order to maintain safety and social distancing guidelines: Each wave has a maximum of 20 swimmers
Each swimmer should seed themselves (fastest to slowest by wave)
TOP OF THE PACK (FAST SWIMMERS) WAVE 1 (6:05 PM START)
NEWBIE/MIDDLE AND BACK OF THE PACK (SWIMMERS) WAVE 2 (6:10 PM START)
* NEW OWS PARTICIPANTS MAY REQUEST A SWIM ANGEL IF ONE IS AVAILABLE. THE SWIM ANGEL WILL SWIM WITH YOU AND KEEP AN EYE ON YOU FOR YOUR SWIM.
* PARTICIPANTS MAY SIGN UP TO BE A SWIM ANGEL IF ONE IS NEEDED. If one is not needed, you may continue with your regular swim. Swim Angels will earn volunteer points.
* SWIM ANGEL Expectations:
* When someone is just starting out and feeling a bit uncomfortable getting in the open water the first few times, they may request a Swim Angel.
* Swim Angel volunteers sign-up to guide, motivate, educate and support up to two swimmers who have requested a Swim Angel. The ratio is 1 Swim Angel to 2 Swimmers.
* Please be aware, Swim Angels are not lifeguards and all swimmers swim at their own risk.
* Volunteer Swim Angels: Please arrive before the beginner wave starts to meet the member(s) who have requested one.
* If there are no requests, you are able to swim on your own!
2. Every swimmer is required to sign the 2025 Waiver when you register online (last years is no longer valid!) and the form will also be available at check-in.
3. Every swimmer needs to SIGN-IN TO THE LOG BOOK and list emergency contact persons name and phone number. This is necessary so that we can account for everyone's safety!
4. There will be a safety briefing held before swimmers start.
5. SWIM SAFETY BUOYS ARE REQUIRED BY ALL SWIMMERS. They can be purchased online at Amazon. We have a limited number of Swim Safety Buoys and are first come first served. _NO BUOY = NO SWIM_
6. BRIGHT SWIM CAPS must be worn by all swimmers. We will have a limited number available in case you forget to bring one.
7. After the swimmer returns, they must SIGN OUT OF THE LOG BOOK. The Swim Lead Coordinator will call the emergency contact if the swimmer does not log themselves out.
8. All participants (swimmers and volunteers) are encouraged to sign up for Rained Out text notifications https://www.rainedout.net/team_page.php?a=7a1a66c9d13367fce645
* We recommend getting there early so that you have time to sign the waiver, get your swim buoy set up, swim cap, etc. *
** We need 4 Volunteer Kayakers and 2 SUP's (You don't have to be a member to volunteer for water support but membership is encouraged!) --Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and comfortable having swimmers hold on to the vessel while in the water. RTC provides the kayak/SUP, however if the volunteer wants to bring their own kayak they must register as such and they need to notify the Swim Lead Coordinator upon arrival at the Park. All will be provided with PFD's (personal flotation devices). Waiver form completion is required.
_SWIMMERS AND WATER SUPPORT, PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE, IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE SWIM WE ASK THAT YOU CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION BY ASKING FOR A REFUND TO ALLOW OTHER CLUB MEMBERS TO SIGN UP. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE HAVE AN ACCURATE HEAD COUNT FOR SAFE WATER SUPPORT COVERAGE._
Hosted Monday's and Wednesday's weather/river permitting at Robious Landing Park, Midlothian, VA.
_** PLEASE REMEMBER TO SELECT _"COMPLETE REGISTRATION"_ IN ORDER TO SUBMIT YOUR REGISTRATION. YOU WILL RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL, IF YOU DON'T, PLEASE RESUBMIT. WE NEED TO HAVE AN ACCURATE HEAD COUNT FOR OUR WATER SAFETY CREW. THANKS! **_
1. Registration is for all ACTIVE MEMBERS ONLY. If you have not renewed your membership, please go to https://www.richmondtriclub.com/join-or-renew Memberships will be verified.
In order to maintain safety and social distancing guidelines: Each wave has a maximum of 20 swimmers
Each swimmer should seed themselves (fastest to slowest by wave)
TOP OF THE PACK (FAST SWIMMERS) WAVE 1 (6:05 PM START)
NEWBIE/MIDDLE AND BACK OF THE PACK (SWIMMERS) WAVE 2 (6:10 PM START)
* NEW OWS PARTICIPANTS MAY REQUEST A SWIM ANGEL IF ONE IS AVAILABLE. THE SWIM ANGEL WILL SWIM WITH YOU AND KEEP AN EYE ON YOU FOR YOUR SWIM.
* PARTICIPANTS MAY SIGN UP TO BE A SWIM ANGEL IF ONE IS NEEDED. If one is not needed, you may continue with your regular swim. Swim Angels will earn volunteer points.
* SWIM ANGEL Expectations:
* When someone is just starting out and feeling a bit uncomfortable getting in the open water the first few times, they may request a Swim Angel.
* Swim Angel volunteers sign-up to guide, motivate, educate and support up to two swimmers who have requested a Swim Angel. The ratio is 1 Swim Angel to 2 Swimmers.
* Please be aware, Swim Angels are not lifeguards and all swimmers swim at their own risk.
* Volunteer Swim Angels: Please arrive before the beginner wave starts to meet the member(s) who have requested one.
* If there are no requests, you are able to swim on your own!
2. Every swimmer is required to sign the 2025 Waiver when you register online (last years is no longer valid!) and the form will also be available at check-in.
3. Every swimmer needs to SIGN-IN TO THE LOG BOOK and list emergency contact persons name and phone number. This is necessary so that we can account for everyone's safety!
4. There will be a safety briefing held before swimmers start.
5. SWIM SAFETY BUOYS ARE REQUIRED BY ALL SWIMMERS. They can be purchased online at Amazon. We have a limited number of Swim Safety Buoys and are first come first served. _NO BUOY = NO SWIM_
6. BRIGHT SWIM CAPS must be worn by all swimmers. We will have a limited number available in case you forget to bring one.
7. After the swimmer returns, they must SIGN OUT OF THE LOG BOOK. The Swim Lead Coordinator will call the emergency contact if the swimmer does not log themselves out.
8. All participants (swimmers and volunteers) are encouraged to sign up for Rained Out text notifications https://www.rainedout.net/team_page.php?a=7a1a66c9d13367fce645
* We recommend getting there early so that you have time to sign the waiver, get your swim buoy set up, swim cap, etc. *
** We need 4 Volunteer Kayakers and 2 SUP's (You don't have to be a member to volunteer for water support but membership is encouraged!) --Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and comfortable having swimmers hold on to the vessel while in the water. RTC provides the kayak/SUP, however if the volunteer wants to bring their own kayak they must register as such and they need to notify the Swim Lead Coordinator upon arrival at the Park. All will be provided with PFD's (personal flotation devices). Waiver form completion is required.
_SWIMMERS AND WATER SUPPORT, PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE, IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE SWIM WE ASK THAT YOU CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION BY ASKING FOR A REFUND TO ALLOW OTHER CLUB MEMBERS TO SIGN UP. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE HAVE AN ACCURATE HEAD COUNT FOR SAFE WATER SUPPORT COVERAGE._
Races
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Trailer Driver-James River HS Lot
Wed 23rd April 2025 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRBE 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! We need an experienced volunteer driver with a vehicle that can pull the Clubs trailer from James River HS to the Parks ramp and back less than a mile away (starting at 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm approx.). Someone from the Club will meet the driver at the back of the HS parking lot and will help hook them up (*2 ball hitch required) and will follow to the kayak/SUP unloading area. Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program! -
Volunteer Kayaker
Wed 23rd April 2025 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRBE 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 kayak * 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
Wed 23rd April 2025 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRBE 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
Wed 23rd April 2025 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRBE 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! -
Wave 1 Fast Swimmers
Wed 23rd April 2025 (6:05PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRBE 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 -
OWS - Wave 2 (Mid Pack/Newbies)
Wed 23rd April 2025 (6:10PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRBE 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 * Beginners can practice from the jump in dock to the boat ramp and this area will be kayak/SUP supported -
OWS - Wave 2 NEW - Would Like a Swim Angel, if Available
Wed 23rd April 2025 (6:10PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRSWIM ANGEL EXPECTATIONS When someone is just starting out and feeling a bit uncomfortable getting in the open water the first few times, they may request a Swim Angel. Swim Angel volunteers sign-up to guide, motivate, educate and support up to two swimmers who have requested a Swim Angel. The ratio is 1 Swim Angel to 2 Swimmers. Please be aware, Swim Angels are NOT lifeguards and all swimmers swim at their own risk. Volunteer Swim Angels: Please arrive before the beginner wave starts to meet the member(s) who have requested one. If there are no requests, you are able to swim on your own! 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 Angel
Wed 23rd April 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRSWIM ANGEL EXPECTATIONS When someone is just starting out and feeling a bit uncomfortable getting in the open water the first few times, they may request a Swim Angel. Swim Angel volunteers sign-up to guide, motivate, educate and support up to two swimmers who have requested a Swim Angel. The ratio is 1 Swim Angel to 2 Swimmers. Please be aware, Swim Angels are NOT lifeguards and all swimmers swim at their own risk. Volunteer Swim Angels: Please arrive before the beginner wave starts to meet the member(s) who have requested one. If there are no requests, you are able to swim on your own! 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 * Beginners can practice from the jump in dock to the boat ramp and this area will be kayak/SUP supported Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program! -
Swim Lead Coordinator
Wed 23rd April 2025 (5:00PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 21 APRThis role is RESERVED ONLY for the lead OWS Coordinador (usually a Board Director) responsible for set up, registration, check out, and tear down. Thanks. Remember to submit your volunteer time for the NEW Tri Stars Recognition Program!
RTC Open Water Swim - Wednesday, 4/23/25 - Members Only!
