Beyond The Breakers

06/10/2026

She holds world records and said she had the EASY job!

I've thought about that line a lot since she said it.

Swimming across Lake Powell. No stopping. And what she took away from it wasn't about her swimming at all.
It was about learning to let the people who showed up for her actually show up.

She went in trying not to be a burden. It could have been so much easier!

I think a lot of us do that. In and out of the water!

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Sarah is back at BTB 2026 and I'm really excited about the session she's bringing this year. More soon.

November 14–15 · Bentley University · Waltham, MA
Details and Info in the comments!

06/05/2026

Open water swimming can be a lonely pursuit.

Early mornings. Long training days. Big goals that most people simply don't understand.

That's why Beyond The Breakers exists.

For one day, open water swimmers, marathon swimmers, coaches, race directors, support crew, and water people from across the globe come together to learn, share stories, build friendships, and celebrate the sport we love.

Join us on November 14, 2026 at Bentley University for a full day of education, inspiration, and community.

Then stick around on November 15 for our exclusive hands-on clinic, where attendees can take their learning even deeper with practical sessions, expert instruction, and opportunities to connect directly with leaders in the open water community.

And we're not done yet...

Next week we'll be announcing a major new benefit that will be available exclusively to Beyond The Breakers ticket holders. This is something we've been working on for months, and we can't wait to share it with you.

If you're already registered, you're in.

If not, now is a great time to secure your spot.

🎟 Early Bird tickets are on sale now.

📍 Bentley University
📅 Summit: November 14, 2026
📅 Clinic: November 15, 2026

06/02/2026

The water gets colder.

The community gets stronger.

This year at Beyond The Breakers, Ice Swimmer Peter Plavec will share what it takes to swim, adapt, and perform when the water reaches its most demanding.

For the winter swimmers.
The ice swimmers.
The curious.
The adventurous.

For those who swim anyway.

📍 Bentley University
📅 Nov 14, 2026

Built Beyond The Breakers!

05/31/2026

What a great interview with Sports RDpro, LLC!

05/29/2026

Nobody talks about the observer!

While two athletes were grinding through jellyfish stings and building swells in the Atlantic — miles offshore — Elaine Kornbau Howley was on the boat observing the swim on behalf of Massachusetts Open Water Swimming Association . Logging every hour. Watching every stroke. Holding the authority to keep the swim honest and the swimmers safe.

That's the job. No glory. No finish line. Just the clipboard, the stopwatch, and the responsibility of being the person the swimmer trusts.

Observers are the backbone of this sport. Without them, the swims don't count. Without organizations like MOWSA showing up and observing — none of it happens.

This is the gritty, unglamorous, essential work that makes open water swimming real. And it's exactly the community BTB is built around.

The swimmers. The coaches. The pilots. The crew chiefs. The observers. Every single one of them belongs in the room.

That's what Beyond The Breakers is all about.

Everyone who makes this sport go, belongs at Beyond The Breakers!

See you in November!

05/21/2026

This is what it actually looks like.

Swimmers in open water. Es**rt boat guiding the way. Support crew watching every stroke. Observers making sure it is done right. Every person is an integral part of this sport!

No lane lines. No walls. No clock on the wall telling you when you're done.

Just the open ocean, a boat full of people who give a damn, and the decision to keep pushing.

This is the sport. This is the community. This is exactly who BTB 2026 is built for.

Swimmers. Coaches. Race directors. Support crew. The whole ecosystem — in one room. November 14th at Bentley University!

Find your people! Link in bio.

05/17/2026

The Heart Behind Beyond the Breakers: A Message from Our Founder.

What drives Beyond the Breakers?

Our founder, Craig, shares his 20-year journey with open water swimming and the powerful reasons he created this summit.

It's more than just an event—it's a movement built on meaning, purpose, community, and confidence.

Craig's vision is clear:

•Open Water for Everyone: Regardless of your skill level, the water welcomes you.

•Supportive Community: A place to grow, achieve goals, and find your tribe.

•True Inclusivity: From swimmers to kayakers, every role is vital and celebrated.

•Personal Growth: Push your limits, find adventure, and build a sense of achievement.

His passion is infectious, and his message is simple: If you belong to the water, you belong here.

Watch the video to hear his full story!

Ready to be part of this incredible community?

Learn more and secure your spot today!

05/16/2026

You're out there navigating swells, managing feeds, reading currents, and apparently sourcing dinner.

The kayakers. The es**rt pilots. The crew chiefs. The ones tracking the tide charts at 2am, managing the feeds in 6-foot swells, and staying calm when the swimmer is in full on panic mode. The people who've been awake longer than the athlete and won't say a word about it.

The support crew doesn't just make big swims possible, they make them legendary.

BTB 2026 is one of the only events where the support crew have a seat at the table. Not as an afterthought. As part of the conversation.

November 14 · Bentley University · Waltham, MA

Grab your spot → swimbeyondthebreakers.com · link in bio

Photo credit: Dan Simonelli during the

05/15/2026

Great swim to jump into!

🏊 Doty Swim is back, and better than before! massowsa.org/doty-swim

Join MOWSA at Carson Beach on Sunday, June 14th @ 9am for 1 mile and 2 mile open water swim events in Boston Harbor.

New for this year:
✅ Chip timing!
🏅 Awards for top wetsuit and non-wetsuit finishers in each race

Register by Memorial Day for:
👕 Guaranteed event t-shirt
💲 Lower pricing
• 1 Mile: $50 ($60 after Memorial Day)
• 2 Mile: $70 ($80 after Memorial Day)

Space is limited. Register at massowsa.org/doty-swim

05/14/2026

IF YOU BELONG TO THE WATER, YOU BELONG HERE!

The open water doesn’t care about your pace, your gear, or how many miles you have in your logbook. It only cares that you showed up.

Whether you’re a triathlete finding your calm in the churn, a masters swimmer trading the black line for the blue horizon, or a marathoner eyeing your next channel—Beyond the Breakers is built for you.

We are a community of "Water People." We’re the ones who don't mind the sand in our cars, the salt on our skin, or the early morning chill. We’re gritty, we’re adventurous, and we’re better when we’re together.

On Nov 14, 2026, we’re gathering at Bentley University to level up:
🔹 EDUCATION: Expert-led sessions on safety, technique, and the "science of the swim" that apply whether you're going 1 mile or 20.
🔹 COMMUNITY: Meet your future support crew, your next training partner, and the coaches who will help you find your edge.
🔹 ADVENTURE: Real talk about the logistics of the wild—from navigating currents to the mental game of the deep.

The water is the great equalizer. Let's swim beyond the breakers together!

🎟 Early Bird tickets are officially live. Secure your spot now: swimbeyondthebreakers.com