Summer Swim
- Date
- May 20, 2026
- Location
- 521 Heller Rd, Quakertown, PA
- Distance
- OWS All Access Pass · OWS Clinic MAY · OWS Clinic JUNE & more
From the Organizer
Open Water Swim Program
Take your swimming beyond the pool and into the real world. Our Open Water Swim Program is designed to help athletes build confidence, overcome open water anxiety, and become a more efficient open water swimmer.
Whether you're training for your first triathlon or looking to sharpen your race-day performance, this program focuses on the skills that matter most when the black line disappears.
What to Expect:
- Safe, designated swim area with clear boundaries'
- Easy water access for athletes of varying experience levels
- Calm to moderate water conditions suitable for skill development
- 1/2 mile marked course
- On course support and safety personnel
Dates: Wednesday times are 6pm - 8pm
Weekends are 7am - 9am
Wednesday May 20
Sunday May 31
Sunday Jun 7
Wednesday June 17
Saturday June 22
Wednesday July 8
Sunday July 19
Wednesday July 22
Saturday August 1
Sunday August 16
Wednesday August 26
Wednesday September 9
Who It’s For:
- Triathletes of all levels
- Swimmers transitioning from pool to open water
- Athletes preparing for open water races or events
- Anyone looking to feel stronger and more comfortable outside the pool
Things to know
- You MUST wear a swim buoy when in the water
- You MUST check IN and OUT from the water
- No BATHROOMS at the venue or parking lot
- Parking at 800 Heller Rd
- 1 mile from the Richland Township Rail Trail
OWS CLINIC INFO - May 31 and June 17th
- One Hour Coached Clinic; Second hour available to practice
- Focus on confidence, efficiency, and race-day execution—not just distance
- Small group format with individualized coaching and real-time feedback
- Technique refinement: sighting, breathing patterns, stroke efficiency, pacing
- Build comfort in visibility changes, and unpredictable environments
- Strategic coaching to reduce panic, conserve energy, and improve performance
FORT POOL SWIMS:
- 15 Thursday Morning Swims at the Fort
- Coached Practice
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.
Coming Up
More swimming races
Steelman Racing Nockamixon Swim Challenge - June 28,2026
Steelman Racing Endless Summer Swim - 9/20/2026
Charles Bender Memorial Swim and Relay
RTC Memorial Day Swim Bike Social 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Summer Swim?
- Summer Swim is a swimming event held in Quakertown, PA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Summer Swim?
- Wednesday, May 20, 2026 in Quakertown, PA at 521 Heller Rd, Quakertown, PA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Summer Swim?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Summer Swim
May 20, 2026