RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 5/27/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA

Date
May 27, 2026
Location
Midlothian, VA, VA
Venue
3800 James River Road
Start Time
5:30 PM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
Trailer Driver-James River HS Lot, Volunteer Kayaker, Volunteer Kayaker with Own Kayak, Volunteer SUP, Swimmers, OWS - Wave 2 NEW - Would like a Swim Angel, if available
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On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, the RTC Open Water Swim takes place in Midlothian, VA at 3800 James River Road. This members-only event starts at 5:30 PM and offers two distance options: a 1-mile swim and a 1500-yard swim. Entry is free for eligible members. The race combines swimming and paddle sports in an open water setting on the James River. If you're staying in the Midlothian area for this event, you'll want accommodations close to James River Road for easy access to the venue and minimal travel time before the evening start.

From the Race Organizer
Open water swims are hosted seasonally on Mondays and Wednesdays, weather and river permitting, at Robious Landing. Registration is open until 3pm the day of the swim. ** Please select the final “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” to submit your registration and receive a confirmation email. We need to have an accurate head count for our water safety crew. Similarly, if you are unable to attend after registering, we ask that you cancel your registration before 3pm by asking for a “refund.” 1. Please arrive by 5:45 to hear the safety briefing, sign in, and get yourself ready to go. All swimmers take off at 6:05 pm from the dock. Late arrivals may swim at their own risk without signing in. 2. Swim buoys and bright swim caps are required. We have a limited number of swim buoys and caps available to borrow if necessary. No Buoy = No Swim! Other items to bring are a towel, goggles, sandals, bathing suit and sometimes a wetsuit. 3. New open water swimmers may request a swim angel, however, we can't guar

RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 5/27/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 5/27/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA?

RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 5/27/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA takes place on May 27, 2026. The race is held in Midlothian, VA, Virginia.

Where is RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 5/27/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA held?

RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 5/27/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA is held at 3800 James River Road in Midlothian, VA, Virginia.

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