Saturdays · July – September 2026
Swim Clinic Series
Summer at Zuma Beach
Summer Fun at Zuma Beach in Malibu
Come down to Malibu for a summer filled with fun, camaraderie, and fitness! Starting Saturdays in July, we provide Los Angeles County Lifeguards and top-notch triathlon coaches to help teach your team ocean swimming techniques, followed by bike rides and runs on the incredible Malibu courses.
While the summer-long Ocean Swim Clinic series is designed for Corporate Challenge teams to hang out and train together for the September event, anyone who meets the fundraising minimum of $350 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation is welcome to join.
Experience great camaraderie and learn lifelong skills while enjoying our beautiful Pacific Ocean. If you attend the entire series, we promise some graceful dolphins in your future!
Raise $350 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation and join us at Zuma Beach all summer long.
Contact Us to Sign UpWhat Makes It Special
Why Train at Zuma Beach
World-Class Venue
Train where you race — the crystal-clear Pacific waters of World Famous Zuma Beach, supervised by LA County Lifeguards every session.
Dolphin Encounters
Attend the full series and we promise graceful dolphin encounters. Zuma Beach is one of the most beautiful open-water swim locations anywhere.
Team Camaraderie
Build deep bonds with colleagues, fellow athletes, and coaches in a beautiful beachside setting. Six Saturdays of shared adventure.
Race Preparation
Master open water technique, ocean entry and exit, sighting, and pacing on the exact course you’ll race in September.
Eligibility
Who Can Join?
The summer-long Ocean Swim Clinic series is designed primarily for Corporate Challenge teams looking to train together and build camaraderie ahead of the September race. But the clinics are open to any athlete who meets the fundraising minimum.
Corporate Challenge Athletes
All registered Corporate Challenge participants who raise $350 get complimentary access to the full clinic series.
Open Registration Athletes
Any registered Zuma Beach Triathlon athlete who raises $350 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation is welcome.
First-Time OceaN Swimmers
Never swum in the ocean before? Perfect. Our coaches and lifeguards are here to guide you every step of the way.
2026 Schedule
Ocean Swim Clinic Dates
What is Included at Each Clinic?
Ocean Swim Session
Coached open water swimming in the Pacific at Zuma Beach. Focus on technique, sighting, ocean entry/exit, and race-day confidence.
Optional Bike Ride
Ride the legendary Malibu coastline on Pacific Coast Highway — the same roads used on race day — with the group.
Optional Run
Finish with a flat run alongside Zuma Beach toward Point Dume. Perfect race simulation in a stunning setting.
Be Prepared
What to Expect
On the Day
Arrive at Zuma Beach parking area. Our coaches and LA County Lifeguards will be set up on the sand. You’ll get a pre-swim briefing covering conditions, technique focus for the day, and the route.
After the swim, the group rides together on Pacific Coast Highway — one of the most spectacular cycling routes in the world — followed by an optional run alongside the beach.
What to Bring
✓ Wetsuit (recommended — XTERRA wetsuits available for demo)
✓ Swim cap and goggles
✓ Bike and helmet (for optional ride)
✓ Running shoes (for optional run)
✓ Sunscreen, water, and snacks
✓ Proof of fundraising or registration
