Open Water Swim Clinic — Ironman NC 70.3 Course Preview

Join us for a 3‑hour open water swim clinic designed to help athletes confidently navigate the Ironman North Carolina 70.3 swim course. This clinic covers course strategy, sighting, pacing, safety, and race‑day flow—timed with tide for the most accurate course feel.

This clinic is coached by Kristen Smith Without Limits Coach / Ironman NC 70.3 Swim Course Lead / Experienced Open Water Instructor

Dates:

August 29, 2026 — High Tide 8:34 AM

September 12, 2026 — High Tide 8:41 AM

Time: 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM Cost: $75 Location: Meet at the Parking Lot / Crystal Pier / S. Lumina Ave

Includes Water Safety Assets

Clinic Schedule

6:30–7:15 AM — Course Talk & Strategy Session Overview of the Ironman NC 70.3 swim course, currents, sighting lines, pacing, and safety considerations. Learn how to approach the channel, manage the tide, and position yourself for the fastest possible swim.

7:30–9:00 AM — Open Water Swim Session Guided swim along all key sections of the course. Focus on sighting, drafting, stroke rhythm, and comfort in moving water.

9:00–9:30 AM — Debrief & Q&A Review course takeaways, race‑day execution, and individualized feedback.