Joyful Swimming
In 2026 there’s an event for everyone, from 1 to 5 miles
Join us as we celebrate our 15th year of safe, sublime swimming. We are the Northwest (U.S.) primary source of supported open water swim adventures. Our name stems from saying YES to new experiences, challenges, and sources of joy.
SAVE YOUR DATES. Registration opens March 18th. Events are limited to 25 swimmers and fill fast.
2026 Swim Adventures
TOUCH THE WALL! (1 mile)
Saturday, June 13th 9:00 am-11:00 am
Prize for touching the wall at the halfway point
TUBBY TROUT 5K (3.2 miles)
Saturday, June 27th 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Great as a as training event or as stand-alone summer goal
WILDERNESS ADVENTURE SWIM (1.25 miles)
Saturday, July 11th 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Gourmet picnic under the pines
THE AMAZING OCTOCHALLENGE (8k/5 miles)
Saturday, August 15th 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Wrap your arms around this challenge
THE INTREPID SERIES (total 13k/8 miles)
• Saturday, June 27th
• Saturday, August 15th
Includes Tubby Trout & The Amazing OctoChallenge
AGUA FRESCA (1.2 or 2.4 miles)
Saturday, September 19th 9:00 am-11:00 am
Tattoos and surprises for all
Special this year:
Combine one open water swim lesson (worth $110) with any event for only $95. Technique-focused lessons benefit ANY skill level.
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“I couldn’t have asked for a better experience for my first long swims!”
— Stephanie Zimmerman
(advanced from swimming 1/2 mile to a 10k in 2018)
Meet the Team
Guila (pronounced “Ghee-lah“) Muir is Say Yes to Life Swim’s founder. With her experienced, friendly group of water safety escorts, Guila helps to ensure that your open water swim experience is both challenging and safe.
Some of our wonderful water safety escorts