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Army 250 Swim Challenge

Celebrate the Army's birthday by participating in the Army 250 Swim Challenge, hosted by MWR Sports, Fitness & Aquatics. The Challenge starts at Barnes Field House Indoor Pool on April 25th and goes until June 14th. Complete the Challenge and win an Army 250 Commemorative Coin. Open to all MWR Patrons and all swimming levels. Call Barnes Field House at 520-533-2948 for more information.

🏊‍♂️ The Challenge: Swim a total of 5k meters between April 25 and June 14. You choose the pace — just hit your goal before June 14! 🏊‍♂️

How to Participate:

1. Register at the Barnes Field House Pool starting April 25.

2. Use the Army 250 Swim Log Sheet at the POOL to track your laps.

3. Swim, kickboard, or use fins—any forward motion counts!

4. Submit your completed log by June 14 and earn your Army 250 Challenge Coin.  

Commemorate 250 Years of Army Strength - One Lap at a Time

Cost

Free

Registration Information

Register in person at Barnes Indoor Pool. 

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