The team at San Francisco Swim has been swimming, leading, and organizing open water swim events in the San Francisco Bay for over 20 years. Each swim is planned and coordinated by a group of local experts with vast experience and knowledge of water conditions in the bay. All swims are sanctioned by the U.S. Coast Guard and supported by a seasoned crew of kayakers, paddle boarders and powerboat pilots. We offer something for everyone, and welcome swimmers of all abilities.
OUR SWIMS & EVENTS
Weekly Workouts, Monthly Alcatraz Swims, Annual Races and More
WEEKLY SWIMS IN THE BAY
Sundays/Thursdays
These 1-hour workouts at Aquatic Park and Crissy Field are a great place to practice or transition to open water!
These 1-hour workouts at Aquatic Park and Crissy Field are a great place to practice or transition to open water!
MONTHLY ALCATRAZ SWIMS
Monthly throughout 2025
Make this epic crossing with a small group, and without the pressure of the clock. Enjoy a casual morning out in the bay!
Make this epic crossing with a small group, and without the pressure of the clock. Enjoy a casual morning out in the bay!
TRAINING & TRI CLINICS
Throughout the year
Prepare for your upcoming Alcatraz swim or triathlon with our experienced Ironman and Ultraman podium-finishing coaches.
Prepare for your upcoming Alcatraz swim or triathlon with our experienced Ironman and Ultraman podium-finishing coaches.
RACCOON STRAIT
June 7 and September 6, 2025
A beautiful, scenic, casual swim from Belvedere Cove to Angel Island across the Raccoon strait with world class views.
A beautiful, scenic, casual swim from Belvedere Cove to Angel Island across the Raccoon strait with world class views.
RTA: ROUND TRIP ALCATRAZ
August 2, 2025
This challenging swim requires you to navigate the current both ways. If you are not quick and strong, the tides will catch you.
This challenging swim requires you to navigate the current both ways. If you are not quick and strong, the tides will catch you.
BRIDGE TO BRIDGE
August 23, 2025
This endurance 10K/~6.2 mi race for elite swimmers begins at the Golden Gate Bridge and finishes at the Bay Bridge.
This endurance 10K/~6.2 mi race for elite swimmers begins at the Golden Gate Bridge and finishes at the Bay Bridge.
ISLAND TO ISLAND
August 30, 2025
A 2-mile a fan favorite. Join us for a beautiful recreational swim that puts you right out in the middle of the bay with views of every landmark.
A 2-mile a fan favorite. Join us for a beautiful recreational swim that puts you right out in the middle of the bay with views of every landmark.
PEDRO ORDENES MEMORIAL SWIM
September 27, 2025
In this big annual 1.25 mi race from Alcatraz to Aquatic Park, you’ll feel the energy as we celebrate the life of Pedro Ordenes.
In this big annual 1.25 mi race from Alcatraz to Aquatic Park, you’ll feel the energy as we celebrate the life of Pedro Ordenes.
GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE
October 25, 2025
This 3k/1.85 mi race begins at the south tower and goes under the Golden Gate Bridge, past the north tower to Finger Point Rock.
This 3k/1.85 mi race begins at the south tower and goes under the Golden Gate Bridge, past the north tower to Finger Point Rock.
BECOME A MEMBER
Enjoy free weekly swims and big event discounts
You will be joining a supportive community, and have access to professional coaching advice that can improve your stroke technique and speed in the water. You will also be eligible for deep discounts at almost all San Francisco Swim events. Member pricing at event registrations and weekly swims really adds up — you will save over $700 per year if you only attend Sunday swims!
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