RTC Social and Coached Open Water Swim with Endorphin Fitness! Monday, 5/13/24 - Members Only!
- Date Mon 13th May 2024
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Midlothian, Virginia
- Price Free
- Races 7 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to dive into the excitement at the RTC Social and Coached Open Water Swim on Monday, May 13, 2024, in the beautiful Midlothian, Chesterfield! This thrilling event is exclusively for active members and will kick off the open water swim season with a fantastic primer hosted by Endorphin Fitness. Participants will enjoy a day filled with camaraderie, skill enhancement, and safety as they prepare for the water.
Before hitting the waves, all swimmers must complete registration, sign a waiver, and ensure they have their swim safety buoys and bright swim caps ready. With a focus on safety, there will be a briefing prior to the swim, and participants are encouraged to arrive early to ensure a smooth check-in process. Don't forget, the event also calls for volunteers, so if you’re interested in supporting this community experience, consider signing up! Join fellow members for an invigorating day of swimming, socializing, and fun in the sun!
Before hitting the waves, all swimmers must complete registration, sign a waiver, and ensure they have their swim safety buoys and bright swim caps ready. With a focus on safety, there will be a briefing prior to the swim, and participants are encouraged to arrive early to ensure a smooth check-in process. Don't forget, the event also calls for volunteers, so if you’re interested in supporting this community experience, consider signing up! Join fellow members for an invigorating day of swimming, socializing, and fun in the sun!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO RTC'S OPEN WATER SWIM REGISTRATION
The first Open Water Swim of the season will be kicked off with an Open Water Swim PRIMER from Endorphin Fitness!!! Please join us!
_** 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.
2. Every swimmer is required to sign the onsite 2024 Waiver (last years is no longer valid) and the form will be available at check-in.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.
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 that you can borrow 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 Race Directors 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 -- must be at least 18 years of age. All will be provided with PFD's (personal flotation devices). Must be comfortable having someone hold on to the kayak/SUP. RTC membership not required but encouraged. Waiver form completion required.
_PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE, IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE ATTEND WE ASK THAT YOU CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION BY ASKING FOR A REFUND TO ALLOW OTHER CLUB MEMBERS TO SIGN UP._
The first Open Water Swim of the season will be kicked off with an Open Water Swim PRIMER from Endorphin Fitness!!! Please join us!
_** 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.
2. Every swimmer is required to sign the onsite 2024 Waiver (last years is no longer valid) and the form will 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.
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 that you can borrow 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 Race Directors 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 -- must be at least 18 years of age. All will be provided with PFD's (personal flotation devices). Must be comfortable having someone hold on to the kayak/SUP. RTC membership not required but encouraged. Waiver form completion required.
_PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE, IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE THE ATTEND WE ASK THAT YOU CANCEL YOUR REGISTRATION BY ASKING FOR A REFUND TO ALLOW OTHER CLUB MEMBERS TO SIGN UP._
Races
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Coached Swim With Endorphin Fitness and Social
Mon 13th May 2024 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDBE 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 -
Coached Swim With Endorphin Fitness Only
Mon 13th May 2024 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
CLOSED -
Social Only
Mon 13th May 2024 (6:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSED -
Trailer Driver-James River HS Lot
Mon 13th May 2024 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDBE 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. Receive VPoints for Club Merch! -
Volunteer Kayaker
Mon 13th May 2024 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDBE 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 Receive VPoints for Club merch! -
Volunteer SUP
Mon 13th May 2024 (5:45PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDBE 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 Receive VPoints for Club merch! -
Swim Lead Coordinator
Mon 13th May 2024 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThis role is RESERVED ONLY for the lead OWS Coordinador (usually a Board Director) responsible for set up, registration, check out, and tear down. Thanks.
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