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Swim Open Waters

Ventura Cove Masters

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A ONE-OF-A-KIND MASTERS

Every Monday morning at 7am in San Diego's Ventura Cove, a gathering of open water swimmers of all levels come together to join coaches Sidney and Steven for a unique US Masters Swimming workout. 

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Founded on their approach that the joys of swimming in the ocean should always be available to all, volunteers Sidney and Stephen have been running this event for free for a few years now. They would like to encourage swimmers to sign up as members to show their support and appreciation, and keep the gears turning so it can continue smoothly.
Your membership comes with many benefits, and your support goes towards:

Gas and travel expenses for volunteer coaches

Event and clinic volunteer appreciation (land crew, kayakers, support swimmers, etc)

Some treats for special event and holiday swims

Occasional equipment such as training tools and SUPs

Occasional materials needed for bay clean ups

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Meet your Coaches.

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Stephen Treger

Stephen has been a swim instructor and coach for over 35 years teaching children to adults and adaptive how to swim. As an age group swimmer most of his time was in the pool. His first open water mile was at age 16 and loved it. Not only oceans, but high altitude Lakes and Rivers.  OWS led to competing in dozens of Sprint, International and Olympic Distance Triathlons. Stephen loves to help swimmers achieve their goals and improve their technique and relationship to open water.  As an experienced swimmer, ski patroller, and paddler, Stephen, a USMS coach,  is available for coaching, swim technique clinics, training companion swims and other Support whether your goal is a 400 yd swim or Marathon Swim while stressing Safety.  

Sidney Russell

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MEMBERSHIP PLANS

  • Sand Dollar Member

    5$
    Every month
    Individual Adult Membership
     
    • Weekly coached open water masters class.
    • 1:1 advise, tips, and guidance during sessions.
    • Exclusive swim technique clinics.
    • Access to private events (night swims, kayak support, etc).
    • Swim Open Waters cap.
  • Best Value

    Starfish Member

    50$
    Every year
    Individual Adult Membership
     
    • Weekly coached open water masters class.
    • 1:1 advise, tips, and guidance during sessions.
    • Exclusive swim technique clinics.
    • Access to private events (night swims, kayak support, etc)
    • Swim Open Waters cap.

  • Yellowtail Member

    250$
     
    Lifetime Individual Adult Membership
     
    • Weekly coached open water masters class.
    • 1:1 advise, tips, and guidance during sessions.
    • Exclusive swim technique clinics.
    • Access to private events (night swims, kayak support, etc)
    • Swim Open Waters cap and exclusive merchandise.
    • Discounts and coupons towards booked services and plans.

JOINING REMOTELY?

Membership benefits are also available for those who cannot join us and wish to workout in a location of their choice. 

Workouts will be emailed and merchandise will be sent, and you will also be able to email over any questions or concerns that pop up. 

WISHING TO SUPPORT MORE?

Elite membership, at your chosen amount, comes with tailored services, exclusive merchandise and offerings— all in addition to Yellowtail Lifetime membership benefits. 

Specific gifts and services will be discussed based on your donation and swim goals.

ELITE

FROM MEMBERS LIKE YOU

I have nothing but great things to say about the Ventura Cove Masters workout! This is where I very first learnt to swim, and it has set me up for more challenging situations such as the open ocean and even a sprint aquathon event. Sidney and Steven take the time to make sure the workouts are specially tailored to the crowd there that day, and they offer individual advise on technique, endurance, and any mental challenges people may have with the open water. This is honestly a completely non-judgemental environment, where friends get together to learn and grow whilst having fun and enjoying the calm bay waters. 

— KATE JOHNSON, SAN DIEGO CA

GETTING A KICK START

The first step in conquering your swim goals is to talk about them.

Let's find a time to chat about what you would like to achieve with your swimming, and we can tailor your plan from there.

QUESTIONS?

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