It's one of the most exciting tourist destinations in North America. The Welland International Flatwater Centre, located in the heart of the Niagara Region, is thrilled to be hosting the 1st FINA World Junior Open Water Swimming Championships and the other events of the Niagara Open Water Festival in August 2012!
The 1st FINA World Junior Open Water Swimming Championship is the highlight event of the Niagara Open Water Festival.
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With nearly 7km of uninterrupted flatwater, and consistent depth and basin-like characteristics, as well as some of the most placid and beautiful flatwater in the world, the Welland International Flatwater Centre and Recreational Waterway is the perfect location for the 1st FINA World Junior Open Water Swimming Championships.
The course for open water swimming is more than 100 metres wide with multiple access points for safety. Paved asphalt trails for viewing and safety considerations border each side of the course which is supplied with clean, fresh water of the highest quality.
Every aspect of this unique venue meets or exceeds all existing international standards for open water swimming.
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