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WELLAND Open Water Swim

Presented by Canaqua Sports

Welland Open Water Swim

June 14, 2020

EVENT CANCELLED

See you in 2021

Calling all open water swimmers. Come on out to the Welland Canal for Canaqua Sports first event of the season. Located at the Welland Canal Community Centre, this event is running in conjunction with the Welland SwimRun Challenge and will be one of fun and excitement as participants Swim and run, or just swim in this unique part of the canal.

Welland Canal Open Water Swim


Our first open water swim of the season is set in the beautiful Welland Canal Community Centre area, a great location for this event.

Distances are: 1K, 3K and 5K using our 1K loop which is great for both swimmers and spectators alike.

So come on out and enjoy this unique event.


Welland Canal SwimRun Challenge

For those interested in trying a SwimRun Challenge but are looking for a shorter distance, come on out and give SwimRun a try with this unique 8 k event. Distances are 2.50 k of swimming and 5k of running through our 5 stage course. This is a great way to try this new and exciting event.

For those who are interested in giving SwimRun a try, go to www.swimrunchallenge.ca to register and to find our more about SwimRun.


Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

1.0K Swim Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $50.00
      Oct. 25 – Jan. 31
    2. $55.00
      Feb. 1 – Apr. 5
    3. $60.00
      Apr. 6 – Jun. 11
    4. Closed
      Jun. 11 – Feb. 28

3.0K Swim Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $50.00
      Oct. 25 – Jan. 31
    2. $55.00
      Feb. 1 – Apr. 5
    3. $60.00
      Apr. 6 – Feb. 28

5.0 K Swim Closed

Online registration closed

    1. $50.00
      Oct. 25 – Jan. 31
    2. $55.00
      Feb. 1 – Apr. 5
    3. $60.00
      Apr. 6 – Feb. 28

Swim course

Come and swim at this beautiful section of the Welland Canal

Race Info

Location: 108 Thorold Road East, Welland, ON

Check-in: At the Community Centre

Facilities & Food:

Race Details:

  • Swim caps will be provided for each swimmer and MUST BE WORN for identification purposes during the race
  • A number will be inked on upper back/shoulder of each participant
  • Water temperature at this time of year ranges between 68 – 72 degrees Fahrenheit
  • There will not be a "rain date" and a delay (or cancellation) would only occur in the event of lightning
  • NOTE: All swims will be in the Welland Canal, and running will be along trails that are adjacent to the canal

Event schedule

  • Sat., June 6, 2020 7:30 a.m. - Onsite Registration and check-in
  • Sat., June 6, 2020 8:30 a.m. - Mandatory Race Briefing
  • Sat., June 6, 2020 9:00 a.m. - Welland SwimRun Challenge and Open Water Swim Start TIme

Contact information

Event contact
Ian Feldman
Email
ian@canaquasports.com
Phone
+1 416-617-3558
Website
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