Manta Rays
Open Water Swim Club
Established in 2025, join the Rays!
About
The Manta Rays
With programs that range from starting in open water to training for an Ironman to achieving personal goals in either big bodies of water or the pool, the Manta Rays has a program for you.
Coached by Swim Canada and Triathlon Ontario Certified instructors, the Manta Rays have a great foundation to provide you with what you need for your athletic endeavours.
Our Programs
No Idea to No Fear (Ages 8 - 11)
Bringing swimmers from no idea to no fear! While open water swimming may be intimidating, we are offering an incredible program to enhance a swimmer’s confidence while gaining the necessary tools to be safe in deep and big bodies of water.
No Idea to No Fear will practice: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Evenings 5pm - 7pm.
If there is a more suitable time for practice, please do not hesitate to reach out and contact us at: mantaraysopenwaterswimclub@gmail.com
We would be happy to try and make something work!
This program is suitable for swimmers aged 8 - 11 with a background in swimming. All swimmers must be able to swim 200m consistently in a pool.
Swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership for insurance purposes.
Learn To Race (Ages 12 - 17)
Learn to Race is a great way to get comfortable with open water swimming while learning the aspects and skills of racing. The targeted learning outcomes include safety protocols, water comfort, navigation, emergency response, racing strategies, and more! Swimmers will learn not only how to race, but how to be safe and comfortable while open-water swimming.
Learn to Race will be practicing with the Master's Program: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings from 6am - 8am. If there is a more suitable time for practice, please do not hesitate to reach out and contact us at: mantaraysopenwaterswimclub@gmail.com
We would be happy to try and make something work!
This program is suitable for swimmers aged 12 - 17 with a background in swimming. All swimmers must be able to swim 400m consistently in a pool.
Swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership for insurance purposes.
Masters (Ages 18+)
Swimmers will focus on endurance and refining techniques, emergency protocols, and environmental awareness. A primary focus will be on endurance, navigation, and basic swim etiquette for leisure and racing scenarios. This program focuses on personal goals and development while providing a safe environment for swimmers to excel.
Master's will be practicing with the Learn to Race program: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings from 6am - 8am. If there is a more suitable time for practice, please do not hesitate to reach out and contact us at: mantaraysopenwaterswimclub@gmail.com
We would be happy to try and make something work!
The Masters program is suitable for swimmers aged 18+ with a background in swimming. All swimmers must be able to swim 400m consistently in a pool. No open water swimming experience required.
Swimmers will have to purchase a nonrefundable $60 one-year Triathlon Ontario membership, a link will be sent after registration.
So Much MORE!
Take a look at our programs and see what works for you!
Don't know or want to set something up? Send us an email, we are happy to help you discover what you need as an athlete.
What Program is Right for YOU?
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Summer Programming
We have programs available from the age of 8 to Masters! See what the summer has entailed for you!
Winter Programming
While the water may be frozen over that doesn't mean training has to halt. Keep your fitness up throughout the winter! Register for private lessons in the pool or to receive workouts! Let's meet and see what is right for you!
Private Lessons/Off Season Training
Meet with one of our coaches to have a program tailored to you! Available for open water swimming, pool swimming, or triathlon training for ages 8 and up!
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You can also reach us at: mantaraysopenwaterswimclub@gmail.com