Waves of Hope

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Past event
5:20 PM EDT
Woodbridge, Virginia
$15.00 · 4 races

Event summary

Join us for the inspiring "Waves of Hope" Swimathon on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025, at the picturesque Woodbridge in Prince William. This community-driven event is more than just a swim; it’s a heartfelt initiative designed to raise awareness about mental health and support suicide prevention efforts. Participants aged 7 and older are invited to swim a distance of 25 meters unaccompanied, while the entire Westridge community is encouraged to come out and cheer, donate, or simply show their support.

The event promises a lively atmosphere with energizing music, guest speakers sharing powerful messages of hope and resilience, and resource tables offering valuable information on mental health and available support. All proceeds will benefit the ConnerStrong Foundation, which is dedicated to making significant strides in mental health advocacy. Together, let’s make waves for awareness, connection, and hope, proving that no one is alone in this journey. Join us in this vital cause and help us spread the message that mental health matters!

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  • 5:20-5:50

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    Arrive on lower pool deck @ 5:00 PM Check-In: At the Waves table near the pool entrance **All participants must be 7 years of age or older and able to swim 25 meters unaccompanied** **Participants registered after June 30th will not be guaranteed a T shirt**

    5:20 PM EDT

    $15.00

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  • 6:00-6:30

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Arrive on lower pool deck @ 5:40 PM Check-In: At the Waves table near the pool entrance **All participants must be 7 years of age or older and able to swim 25 meters unaccompanied** **Participants registered after June 30th will not be guaranteed a T shirt**

    6:00 PM EDT

    $15.00

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  • 6:40-7:10

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Arrive on lower pool deck @ 6:20 PM Check-In: At the Waves table near the pool entrance **All participants must be 7 years of age or older and able to swim 25 meters unaccompanied** **Participants registered after June 30th will not be guaranteed a T shirt**

    6:40 PM EDT

    $15.00

    Entries closed

  • 7:20-7:50

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Arrive on lower pool deck @ 7:00 PM Check-In: At the Waves table near the pool entrance **All participants must be 7 years of age or older and able to swim 25 meters unaccompanied** **Participants registered after June 30th will not be guaranteed a T shirt**

    7:20 PM EDT

    $15.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Hello, my name is Madeline Sindt, and Ive been part of The Westridge Waves swim team for the past 13 years. This team has shaped who I amboth in and out of the pooland it holds a special place in my heart.

Mental health affects every one of us, whether we speak about it openly or not. For my family and me, it became deeply personal when we lost someone we loved to suicide. That loss changed our lives, and its why Im passionate about creating space for conversation, connection, and support.

In partnership with The Waves, Im honored to host a Swimathon for Mental Health Awarenessa community-driven event to raise awareness about mental health and support suicide prevention efforts. This isnt just a fundraiser; its a chance for us to come together, support one another, and send a powerful message: you are not alone.

The event will feature more than just swimming. There will be:

-Music to energize and unite us throughout the evening
- Guest Speakers sharing messages of hope, resilience, and personal experience
- Resource Tables offering mental health information, support tools, and ways to get involvedfeaturing organizations like the ConnerStrong Foundation

We warmly invite the entire Westridge community to join us. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 7 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM 25 METERS UNACCOMPANIED. Whether you're swimming, cheering, donating, or simply showing up, your presence matters. Mental health impacts us alland together, we can make a real difference.

All proceeds will benefit the ConnerStrong Foundation, an organization making meaningful strides in mental health advocacy and suicide prevention.

Lets make wavesfor awareness, for connection, and for hope.
Thank you for being a part of this important cause.

Location

12764 Quarterhorse Lane, Woodbridge, 22192, VA, United States

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