2026 Open Water Training Program
Register for the Open Water Training Program
Overview
Open Water training is awesome! We get to train with our cousins, the fish, turtles and frogs! Oh MY! But truly, we will focus on the importance of quality freestyle technique, learning and practicing sighting strategies, open-water turning around buoys, and enhancing long, sustained swimming.
Who is this for?
Any PTBO Masters Swimmers and, of course, PTBO swimmers who are 12 years of age and older in Train, Race, Jr and Sr groups.
Where?
Lakefield Beach
59 Hague Blvd
Lakefield, ON
K0L 2H0
When do we start?
Tuesday, June 30.
When does it end?
Thursday, July 23.
What do I need to bring to practice?
Fins, Hand Paddles, Goggles, Suit, Towel, and maybe a yoga mat for activation.
Fees
| GROUP | ONE TIME FEE | Affiliation fee* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Program (12 years and older) | $65.00 | $178.02 | $243.02 |
| 1xWeek (18+ Masters Only) | $40.00 | $51.10 | $91.10 |
*A one time, non-refundable affiliation fee for our Swim Ontario/Swimming Canada governing bodies is required once each season i.e. if you were not registered in a previous session during the season (September 2025 - August 2026) you must pay this fee.
Program Schedule
| DAY | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Monday (July 13th and 20th only) | 6:40am - 7:00am activation, 7:00am - 8:00am in water swimming | Lakefield Beach |
| Tuesday | 6:40pm - 7:00pm activation, 7:00pm - 8:00pm in water swimming | Lakefield Beach |
| Wednesday | 5:40pm - 6:00pm activation, 6:00pm - 7:00pm in water swimming | Lakefield Beach |
| Thursday | 6:40pm - 7:00pm activation, 7:00pm - 8:00pm in water swimming | Lakefield Beach |