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OUR SWIMS & EVENTS

From weekly group practice in the bay to long distance challenges, San Francisco Swim is the place to go to enjoy the bay and reach your goals.
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WEEKLY WORKOUTS & TRAINING

If you can swim a mile in the pool you are ready to transition to open water! Our 1-hour workouts are a great place to practice with coaches on hand, whether you’re training for an event or getting into open water for the first time. We divide the group into skill and confidence level so everyone gets the most out of their swim.

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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!
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TRAINING & TRI CLINICS

Throughout the year
Prepare for your upcoming Alcatraz swim or triathlon with our experienced Ironman and Ultraman podium-finishing coaches.

MONTHLY ALCATRAZ SWIMS & MORE CROSSINGS

Meet new people from all over the world, take in the breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay and experience the thrill of escaping from Alcatraz! Of the 20 million tourists who visit San Francisco each year, how many of them can say they swam from Alcatraz? Be the one to go home with an amazing story to tell.  Our crossings are limited to under 50 swimmers, coordinated by experts and overseen by experienced coaches, kayakers, paddlers and boat pilots.

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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!
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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.
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ISLAND TO ISLAND

August 30, 2025
A 2-mile 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.

ANNUAL RACES

These timed races provide an opportunity for every swimmer to challenge themselves against the clock and the elements in the beautiful scenery of the bay. Race from Alcatraz or make the roundtrip out-and-back, and swim the length of the Golden Gate Bridge or all the way around the city to the Bay Bridge!

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SWIM AROUND THE ROCK

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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