Beyond The Breakers

Beyond The Breakers The official facebook group of Beyond The Breakers open water swim summit! Save The Date: Saturday November 14th, 2026
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06/18/2026

"Swimmers in has to equal swimmers out. Otherwise it's game over."

That's Elaine Kornbau Howley. Marathon swimmer. Expert crew member. Award-winning author. And one of the most experienced and well-rounded people in the open water community.

This sport is not a risk-free endeavor. She's not pretending it is. But there are common sense things that can be done — methodically — to keep people safe and keep this sport alive.

At BTB 2026 Elaine will be part of the Massachusetts Open Water Swimming Association Safety Panel Discussion. A session that every swimmer, coach, race director, and support crew member in this community needs to be in the room for.

Because the best way to kill a swim is to kill a swimmer!

November 14–15 · Bentley University · Waltham, MA
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06/17/2026

Stop waiting for permission to get in the water.

Adina O'Neill built Team B*REAL for the person who never got picked in gym class. For the woman who doesn't recognize her body anymore. For anyone who's ever been told — or told themselves — that this sport isn't for them.

Last year she took the BTB stage and talked about what it actually means to belong in this sport.

This year she's back with Open Water 101.

No experience. No excuses. No caring what anyone thinks.

Just you, the water, and a coach who gets it.

If you've been waiting for a sign to start — this is it.

What are the questions you had when first starting your open water journey? Drop it in the comments to help shape Adina's presentation!

November 14–15 · Bentley University · Waltham, MA
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BIG NEWS, Beyond The Breakers Community...You don't show up to cold open water hoping your gear holds up. You show up kn...
06/16/2026

BIG NEWS, Beyond The Breakers Community...

You don't show up to cold open water hoping your gear holds up. You show up knowing it will.

That's why we partnered with THEMAGIC5 — and this is about to change what's in your swim bag forever!

Forget "one-size-fits-most." TheMagic5 builds goggles around YOUR face. A quick scan on their app, and their team in New York crafts a custom-fit pair of Vector goggles made specifically for you.

Backed by a fit guarantee. No more leaks. No more pressure marks. No more guessing.

And here's the part that has us most excited, TheMagic5 is coming to the event!

They'll be on-site with one of their robots, doing live scans and fittings throughout the weekend. Walk up, get scanned, walk away knowing your perfect pair is on the way.

Here's what this means for you:

-Every Saturday ticket holder gets 50% OFF One pair of Vector goggles.

-Swimmers joining us for BOTH days in the classroom and at the clinic — your one pair of Vector goggles are completely FREE. On us! A gift from The Beyond The Breakers team for going all-in on the full experience!

This is the kind of gear that elevates your swim experience!

Details on how to claim yours go straight to your inbox once you purchase your ticket.

November 14–15 · Bentley University · Waltham, MA

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!

—
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
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Open water swimming can be a lonely pursuit.Early mornings. Long training days. Big goals that most people simply don't ...
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

The water gets colder.The community gets stronger.This year at Beyond The Breakers, Ice Swimmer Peter Plavec will share ...
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!

Nobody talks about the observer!While two athletes were grinding through jellyfish stings and building swells in the Atl...
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!

This is what it actually looks like.Swimmers in open water. Es**rt boat guiding the way. Support crew watching every str...
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!

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