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OPEN
WATER

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This page is intended to aggregate all information related to Open Water Swimming in Potomac Valley. Links, or suggested content are welcome to be sent to the PVS Open Water Coordinator, Christine Haslem.

Events

OPEN WATER EVENTS

Friday, MAY 15, 5:30-6:30pm
LAKE MONTCLAIR OPEN WATER pre-race clinic

  • Athletes and coaches may come to listen on improving your skills, all may practice their open water skills in the lake with a turn buoy, try out your wetsuit, get your packet, have your tattoos applied by the official and nails checked which will save you an immense amount of time on race day.

saturday, MAY 16
LAKE MONTCLAIR OPEN WATERS SWIMMING FESTIVAL

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  • Whether this is your first or 51st open water swim, Lake Montclair has the event for you. Come to the beach and dive in this calm, fresh water lake for an adventure! It is recommended that you have a BB time or faster in the 500 for 12 and U or 1000/1650 for 13 and O. To swim the 5K, athletes needs to complete the course in 1.5 hours.

JUNE 13
eastern zones open water swimming championship

Results
April 2-4, 2026
Open Water Nationals (US Swimming)
Results
May 18, 2025
Montclair Swim Festival
Results

OPEN WATER RESULTS

RESOURCES

Resources
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Potomac Valley Swimming Mission Statement

PVS supports and promotes excellence for all through competition, education, inclusion, and leadership in a safe, equitable environment.

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