Swim & Sip Social: A Fun Way to "Test the Waters"

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Turkey Thicket Aquatic Facility | Washington, DC

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A fun, adults-only swim night for beginners! Pressure & Judgement free. Just a fun swimming lesson, laughs, sips & bites!
About this Event

Always wanted to learn to swim, but never knew where to start? in collaboration with is excited to host another Swim & Sip Social - Brunch Edition!

Join us for a fun and social evening where adults can “test the waters” in a relaxed, supportive environment.

You’ll enjoy:

  • An extended guided beginner swim lesson (no experience needed)
  • Water safety + breathing essentials Q & A
  • Followed by hearty bites featuring
  • Complimentary mocktails & wine
  • Complimentary gift bag
  • Raffles & giveaways from featured vendors
  • A fun photobooth
  • Exclusive lesson discounts for attendees

This event is about community, confidence, having fun, and trying something new!

Perfect For

• Adults who never learned to swim

• Couples looking for a unique date

• Friends’ day out idea

• Anyone ready to feel at home in the water!

Space is limited!

Let’s make a splash and a few new friends while we’re at it!


Agenda

🕑: 11:45 AM
Check-in & Registration

Info: Please plan to arrive on time to allow time for parking, check-in. and changing. Guests will arrive and check in at the registration table. Our team will guide you through liability forms, ID verification (age verification required for bar access), wristbands, and raffle ticket pickup.


🕑: 12:00 PM
Transition to Pool Deck + Welcome

Info: Swimmers will head to the pool deck and prepare for the aquatic portion of the event. Once everyone is settled, our lead instructor and event hosts will offer a brief welcome, introduce the instructor team, and walk through the format for the swim stations. This is your moment to get comfortable, ask questions, and get ready to "dive in"!


🕑: 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Swim Instruction & Interactive Stations
Host: DMV Young Swimmers

Info: Guests will rotate through four guided aquatic stations, each led by certified instructors. These stations are designed to build comfort, technique, and confidence — no matter your experience level. Each rotation includes dedicated instruction time and short transitions in between stations.


🕑: 02:15 PM
Dry Off & Change

Info: After completing all pool sessions, guests will have time to dry off, change attire, and get ready for the Sip Social portion of the event. Locker rooms and restrooms will be available for use before, during, and after the event.


🕑: 02:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Sip Social & Raffle Giveaway

Info: Unwind and enjoy the social portion of the evening with music, conversation, food and signature mocktails. This is the perfect time to connect, relax, and celebrate after the swim instruction portion. During this hour, we’ll also announce our raffle giveaway; all guests with raffle tickets are automatically entered, so be sure to stay close for your chance to win!


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Where is it happening?

Turkey Thicket Aquatic Facility, 1100 Michigan Avenue Northeast, Washington, United States

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