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Hop Forward Aquathlon

Hop Forward Aquathlon is a swimrun race on March 14, 2027 in Broomall, PA, with entry fees from $35 to $60.

Date
March 14, 2027 (185 days to go)
Price
$35–$60
Sport
SwimRun

From the Organizer

Welcome to the 2nd annual Hop Forward Aquathlon, presented by French Creek Racing!

This event takes place on the first day of daylight savings time on Sunday afternoon.  It features a 300m serpentine swim, 5K run, and another 300m serpentine swim.  Lawrence Park Swim Club is a 25 meter outdoor pool.  The water is typically heated to 82F, so the event will take place rain or shine. 
NEW THIS YEAR!!! Each serpentine swim starts from the water slide in the diving well!

Course: 300m swim, 5K run, 300m swim.  We'll send swimmers off seeded fastest to slowest.  Generally, we expect less than 50 registrations, so we can maintain a spacing of 10-15 seconds apart between swimmers.  Unlike our Frozen Hare multisport series, this is a live timed race, so transitions will be timed and count toward your overall finish time.

Please see our "Courses" tab for specific course directions.

Hop Forward Schedule:
Friday 3/12 at 11:59pm - Online registration closes.
Sunday 3/14 -- 12:30pm - Race day registration and check in begins
Sunday 3/14 -- 1:30pm - Pool is open for warm up
Sunday 3/14 -- 2:00pm - Time Trial start
Sunday 3/14 -- 3:15pm - Awards presentation
Custom overall and age group awards will be given to the top 3 M/F in each classification - overall and 10 year age increments.

All racers will receive their choice of winter socks or a Frozen Hare t-shirt (provided entry is received by 2/14, and a custom French Creek Racing award based on their finish place.

REGISTRATION: Pre-registration is strongly advised.  Please arrive by 1:30pm as no traffic will be allowed in and out of the parking lot during the race.

REFUNDS/DEFERRALS: No refunds will be issued. Bib transfers to non-registered people are NOT permitted.
A registered athlete may request a deferral to next year's event or a transfer to another French Creek Racing event if they do so at least 14 days prior to the event. A nominal fee shall apply.

DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
For GPS directions, use the address: 293 Langford Rd., Broomall, PA 19008.  There is plenty of parking on site.

Interested in volunteering? We'd love to have you! Please email races@frenchcreekracing.com and we'll find the perfect job for you!  To see our full lineup of volunteer jobs, go to www.frenchcreekracing.com/volunteer.  Select the race, "Hop Forward" to see the options for this event.

We will have a small amount of food and drinks available, but we do recommend bringing anything you need for yourself.  Anything you need, please bring it from home!

Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://frenchcreekracing.com/race/.

Events

Aquathlon$35
Aquathlon Relay$60

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

53°

Typical Low

36°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Phila Franklin Inst, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:14 AMSunset 7:07 PMDaylight 11h 52m

Host City

About Broomall, PA

City Elevation

338 ft

Nearest Airport

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport · 10 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race Location

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What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hop Forward Aquathlon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

185

Days to train

Race
Hop Forward Aquathlon
Date
March 14, 2027

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

SwimRun is a continuous race that alternates open-water swimming and running across a series of segments — you swim in your shoes and run in your wetsuit, carrying your gear the whole way. Many events are raced in pairs.

With no transitions and a course that pinballs between water and land, it's one of the most adventurous formats in endurance sport — often set along wild shorelines and islands.

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SwimRun

A continuous race alternating open-water swimming and running across a series of segments. Distances, format, and legs vary by event.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hop Forward Aquathlon?
Hop Forward Aquathlon is a swimrun race held in Broomall, Pennsylvania on March 14, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimrun races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Hop Forward Aquathlon?
Sunday, March 14, 2027 in Broomall, Pennsylvania at 293 Langford Rd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hop Forward Aquathlon?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Hop Forward Aquathlon

Mar 14, 2027

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