Sundays, 0800, we meet at Kaimana Beach (also known as San Souci Beach) next to the Natatorium, also the start of the annual Waikiki Roughwater Swim, right in front of the Banyan tree restaurant. Many of us swim to the church and back (approx 1 hr total), others do the course for the Waikiki Roughwater race which is approximately 2.4 miles, from Kaimana Beach to Hilton Hawaiian Village. If anyone wants to do a double, there are usually a few that may be interested in doing that. In the "cold" mid-winter months we may start at 0830.

Some people swim the Kaimana Beach channel to the windsock. The distance is approximately 200 meters. Click here for an image of the channel and location of the windsock.

At various times of the year, a group will meet at Hanauma Bay to swim. To beat the crowds and decrease the wind factor, we meet at 0700 in the parking lot ($1). If you have a local driver’s license or ID, you can leave a copy at the check-in area and there is no entrance fee $5 for others. You have to watch an 8min. video yearly, otherwise, you can by-pass this as well. It’s a windy walk down to the Bay, we place our things near the lifeguard tower (no valuables!) then swim behind the reef to see a lot of colorful fish, possibly out to Witches Brew or Toilet Bowl for a change of scenery and coral. There are plentiful bathrooms, showers and water fountains.

In summertime, we go to the North shore to swim Waimea Bay or around there, usually Sundays at 0830.

Of course it all depends on box jellyfish! If there is a warning for box jellies (8-10 days afer a full moon) we often will meet at the Kailua Beach (Lanikai) boat ramp and swim out around Flat Island or out towards the Mokes.

The group usually breaks up into smaller groups depending on what distance they want to swim and their pace.

Also, please note that you swim at your own risk. Do not swim in the ocean if you are not confident about doing so; always swim with at least one partner; take notice of potential hazards, such as surf, reef, currents, and marine life.

Safety Tips from the Honolulu City & County Lifeguards:

Swim in Lifeguarded Areas.

• Never Swim Alone.

• Don't Dive Into Unknown Water or Into Shallow Breaking Waves.

• Ask a Lifeguard About Beach and Surf Conditions Before Swimming.

• If You Are Unable to Swim Out of a Strong Current, Signal for Help.

• Rely on Your Swimming Ability Rather Than a Flotation Device.

• Look For, Read and Obey All Beach Safety Signs and Symbols.

If In Doubt, Just Stay Out!

More information on Ocean Safety can be found at the Oahu Lifeguard's website. Also, check the Oahu Box Jellyfish calendar. These critters show up monthly approximately 8-11 days after the full moon. We advise that you do not swim when Box Jellyfish are present.