RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 6/3/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA

Date
June 3, 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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The RTC Open Water Swim starts at 5:30 PM on Wednesday, June 3rd, giving travelers arriving that day a reasonable window to check in and prepare. This members-only event takes place in Midlothian, Virginia at 3800 James River Road and features two distance options: a 1-mile swim and a 1500-yard swim. The event combines swimming with paddle sports, so expect a multi-discipline format. Entry is free for eligible members. If you're planning to participate, confirm your membership status in advance and arrive early to handle check-in logistics before the evening start time.

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, 6/3/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 6/3/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA?

RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 6/3/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA takes place on June 3, 2026. The race is held in Midlothian, VA, Virginia.

Where is RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 6/3/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA held?

RTC Open Water Swim – Wednesday, 6/3/26 – Members Only! 2026 — Midlothian, VA, VA is held at 3800 James River Road in Midlothian, VA, Virginia.

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