Odyssey Open Water Swimming
Break Free From Pool Lanes and Walls
Odyssey Open Water Swimming is your guide to adventure in the San Francisco Bay. Step out of the pool and into the open water in a wide variety of weekly swims, events, races, private and group swims, and more, all within a community of like-minded friends.
Odyssey Open Water Swimming began in 2013. Local athlete and swim coach Warren Wallace was looking to explore open water swimming in the East Bay. He found others looking for the same adventure, and turned his passion into Odyssey Open Water Swimming.
Odyssey Open Water Swimming is now a growing local company that includes swimmers, coaches, and support staff. Since its start in 2013, Odyssey has hosted well over 500 successful swims with thousands of swimmers taking part in the wide range of events.
Odyssey is known for public swims, including:
And private events, including:
The swim leg of the Bearathlon
Triathlon club private swims
Private Alcatraz swims
Individual and small group training
Partnerships
Odyssey Open Water Swimming is dedicated to strengthening the outdoor athletic community in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. To bring you new and unique opportunities, we partner groups and organizations who share our passion for the outdoors, athletics, and competition.
Current partners include:
The Golden Gate Triathlon Club is the oldest and largest triathlon club in San Francisco, dating back over 25 years. The group focuses on community, getting better, and providing support to each other. Learn how to become a member of the Golden Gate Triathlon Club here. Members receive 10% off Odyssey Open Water Swimming swims and participate in private GGTC Alcatraz Swims with Odyssey.
Established in 2013, the Oakland Triathlon Club is open to athletes of all levels and offers a wide range of events and training opportunities. Annual memberships are just $100 and include retail discounts, race discounts, group training, social opportunities, and more. Join the Oakland Triathlon Club today! Oakland Triathlon Club members get 10% off Odyssey swims.
TCMTriSquad is a national triathlon race team with 50+ members in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. TCMTriSquad has an “expert coaching staff and recently won the 2024 California State Club Championships. We welcome athletes of all experience levels, from first timers to nationally ranked athletes.”
Learn more at www.tcmtrisquad.com.
Swim, bike, and run with the San Francisco Triathlon Club. The organization is a nonprofit multisport club whose members are known for accomplishing a lot both in and outside of their sports. Learn more and view their upcoming events here. San Francisco Triathlon Club members receive a 10% discount on all Odyssey swims.
Odyssey works with a wide range of triathletes and is proud to partner with San Francisco Bay Area’s #1 ranked bike fitter -- Fitted by Pedro. Maximize your abilities and conserve your energy, starting with a professional custom bike fitting. Odyssey swimmers will receive a Fitted by Pedro discount. Learn more here!
Want to look, feel, and be stronger, happier, and healthier than ever? Crossfit Hale helps you get fit while having fun with varied workouts and simple, easy to stick with food plans. Schedule a free session with Coach Heidi here. Heidi is a regular at the Odyssey swims and a great Crossfit coach! Crossfit Hale clients receive 10% off Odyssey swims.
Partner with Us
Want to partner with Odyssey Open Water Swimming? Opportunities include:
Cross-promoting clubs and events
Providing discounts on Odyssey swims and events to triathlon and swim clubs
Promoting services (like bike fittings) to Odyssey members in exchange for discounts
Each partnership is unique. If you or your organization would like to explore ways to partner with Odyssey Open Water, please contact us today.
Ready to join us on a swim? Grab your suit and let’s dive into adventure together. Have questions? Visit our FAQ page here or contact us today!
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