ANNUAL EVENTS IN THE BAY
Alcatraz Swim With Centurions
OCTOBER 16, 2021 - On June 11, 1962, Frank Morris and John and Clarence Anglin chipped through their cement cell walls of Alcatraz Prison and entered the frigid waters of San Francisco Bay. They disappeared into the night, wearing only the meager life preservers they made from stolen rain coats, and were never found, seen, or heard from again. READ MORE
Bridge to Bridge 10K
TBD, 2022 - This 10K (approx. 6.2 mi) race begins at the south tower of the Golden Gate Bridge and finishes at the Bay Bridge. This legendary swim is recommended for elite swimmers wanting to race between two landmark bridges in the exciting bay waters! READ MORE
ALCATRAZ CROSSINGS
Non-timed swims
Our Alcatraz swims are incredibly popular and are a great way to make this epic crossing with a small friendly group and without the pressure of competition. Enjoy all this swim has to offer without sweating the clock, make new friends, and enjoy a casual morning out in the bay!
These crossings are recommended for swimmers who have either taken the Water World Swim Alcatraz Swim Clinic or who feel confident and have had prior experience swimming in the open water. Because of its casual nature, this is a great way to do your first Alcatraz.
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TRIATHLON & SWIM CLINICS
Boost your open water swim, bike, run skills in clinics offered by us - the San Francisco Bay open water swim experts and Ironman® champion coaches! All triathlon clinics feature three options to register: swim only, run & bike only, or full clinic, so whether you just want to practice for an Alcatraz swim or prep the three legs for your upcoming Ironman® or other triathlon, join us.
INTERNATIONAL SWIMS
Galápagos, Ecuador
October 25-30, 2021 - Join Water World Swim on our next Voyage to the Galapagos Islands! Seize this unique opportunity to explore this Pacific Archipelago, discovered by Charles Darwin in 1831. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and hike through some of the most spectacular vegetation and immaculate stretch of nature in the world.
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Italy: Strait of Bonifacio
May - September, 2022 - Swim across the Bonifacio channel in this 16K lifetime achievement crossing from Sardinia (Italy) to the French coast of the island of Corsica! You'll start on the beach of Rena Bianca, Sardinia (Italy) and cross to the beach of Punta Sperone, Corsica (France) across a stretch of blue Mediterranean Sea linking the two. READ MORE
Italy: Strait of Messina
Summer 2022 -Ready to dive into water heralded in legends for centuries? You'll swim across the Messina Strait from Punta Faro in Sicily, to Cannitello, Calabria in Italy with strong currents in your favor.
Capri-Napoli Swim Marathon, Italy
TBA - Capri-Napoli is one of the most fascinating and difficult competitions in the world. Since 1992, helds a long distance world title, now the crossing swimming race Capri-Napoli is a “FINA World Grand Prix” leg over a distance of 36 km as the crow file distance. READ MORE
