What is One With The Ocean?

One With The Ocean is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is focused on conservation efforts to help protect our waters and creating community around the open water. One With The Ocean is also the largest open water group in the world with over 2800 swimmers across 13 different locations all over the world.

What is One With The Ocean Boston?

OWO Boston is one of the 13 sites that are part of the One With The Ocean network. We run a weekly beach clean up and open water swim on Saturdays throughout the summer.

Who can join the open water swims?

Triathletes and open water swimmers of all levels can join the open water swim. The OWO Boston Site Leader is Craig Lewin who is also the coach of Endurance Swimming. The workouts will be created with all skill levels in mind.

We do not require any gear but it is New England and the water is not that warm especially if you are new to open water swimming! At a minimum you will probably want a comfortable wetsuit, a brightly colored swim cap and a few pairs of goggles with different tinted lenses.

Who should I contact with questions?

You can send an email to Craig@enduranceswimming.com or boston@onewiththeocean.org.

Free Open Water Swim Group

We are excited to offer this FREE opportunity to swimmers of all levels just looking for a great group of people to swim with weekly. This swim group is for adults only (18+ years old). All levels are welcome but these are not swim lessons so you must know how to swim comfortably. We also care very much about our beaches and oceans, so we occasionally do beach clean-ups at our swim sites. Whether you are newer to open water swimming or a professional marathon swimmer, you will fit in perfectly with this group.

Where Do These Free Swims Take Place?

Our free open water swim group meets at the beaches in Swampscott, MA. Swampscott is about 20 minutes north of Boston located on the North Shore of Massachusetts between Marblehead, Salem and Lynn. We usually swim at either Fisherman’s Beach or Phillips Beach depending on the conditions. The time and location that we will meet is emailed to the swim group email list every Thursday or Friday prior to the weekend we will be swimming. You can sign up for this email list with by filling out the contact form below.

Who Can Join These Open Water Swims?

Triathletes and open water swimmers of all levels can join the open water swim group. Our group organizer is Craig Lewin who is also the coach of Endurance Swimming. This is a great opportunity to get in a work out with an amazing community of like minded people!

How Much Does It Cost?

FREE! As these are just group swims and not structured workout being led by coaches, there is no cost. These swims are completely free!

What Gear Do I Need?

We do not require any gear but it is New England and the water is not that warm especially if you are new to open water swimming! The water will be anywhere from 35F to 65F depending on the month. We swim year round so the winter months are quite cold but by June the water will be over 50F. At a minimum you will probably want a comfortable wetsuit, a brightly colored swim cap and a few pairs of goggles with different tinted lenses. We also recommend having a brightly colored swim buoy. We have some that you can borrow but it is best to have your own.

Risks & Disclaimers

Although open water swimming is generally safe, it does have risks that can result in injury or even death. This group does not provide or offer any professional medical support. While we do keep an eye on one another, your safety is never guaranteed. Before joining our group swims, please review our Disclaimers which describes the risks of joining this open water swim group.

Please consult a physician before performing this or any exercise program. It is your responsibility and liability for any loss or damage suffered as a result of these group swims. It is your responsibility to evaluate your own medical and physical condition and to independently determine whether to join this open water swim group. Any open water swim may result in serious injury or can even be fatal. By voluntarily joining this group open water swim, you assume the risk of any resulting injury.

I Have More Questions. Who Should I Contact?

You can send an email to Craig@enduranceswimming.com or fill out the contact form below!

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