OCEANMAN USA Announces First Event in the United States: Haulover Park, Miami | November 14–16, 2025
MIAMI, FL — June 12, 2025 — OCEANMAN, the world’s premier open water swimming series, proudly announces its U.S. debut with a landmark event at Haulover Park, Miami, scheduled for November 14–16, 2025.
With a global presence spanning Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East, OCEANMAN now brings its unique blend of elite competition, wellness, and adventure to American shores for the first time.
The Miami event marks a new chapter in the OCEANMAN’s North American expansion and reaffirms the city’s status as a global destination for water-based sports, thanks to its deep-rooted history in aquatic disciplines and international reputation as a water-sport capital. Haulover Park, with its scenic shoreline and rich natural surroundings, offers the perfect blend of cultural relevance and international visibility for this landmark race.
Lenny Krayzelburg, four-time Olympic gold medalist and Premier Event Partner of OCEANMAN USA, said: “Our mission with OCEANMAN USA is to inspire a new generation of swimmers to embrace open water. Miami represents the energy and spirit needed to build a lasting open water community. Its vibrant culture, diverse population, and strong connection to the ocean create the ideal environment to grow this movement and promote a healthy, active lifestyle for all.”
OCEANMAN is more than a series—it’s a global movement built on the values of perseverance, wellness, and exploration. Events are designed not only for competition but also for community building, personal growth, and sustainable tourism. Swimmers often travel with family and friends, extending their stay and positively impacting local economies.
OCEANMAN USA will offer a full range of race formats to engage swimmers of all levels:
OCEANMAN (10 km): The series’ flagship long-distance race and qualifier for the World Final.
Half OCEANMAN (5 km): A mid-distance challenge open to amateur and competitive swimmers alike.
Sprint (1–2 km): A fast-paced swim, perfect for beginners and speed-focused athletes.
OCEANKIDS (500 m): A youth-friendly race for ages 7–14 to foster the next generation of open water enthusiasts.
OCEANTEAMS (3×500 m): Fun relay race for teams of three; perfect for families, friends, and warm-ups.
All races will feature multiple age and ability categories, including juniors, masters, and athletes with disabilities—ensuring inclusive and fair competition.
OCEANMAN in USA is led by a dynamic team of accomplished professionals Premier Event Partners of OCEANMAN:
Lenny Krayzelburg, four-time Olympic gold medalist, founder of SwimRight Academy.
Dmytro Kachurovskyy, FINA Referee and former President of the Ukrainian Swimming Federation.
Sergiu Gherman, Miami-based attorney and endurance sports advocate.
The development of OCEANMAN USA is supported by the incredible executive team, Salty Sports Society, a premier open water swimming event organizer in the U.S. led by Casey Taker, VP of Operations and Matt Dunn, VP of Business Development.
“We are excited to bring OCEANMAN to the United States,” said FERMIN EGIDO, CEO of OCEANMAN. “The U.S. has a vibrant swimming culture, and we believe OCEANMAN will resonate deeply with athletes looking for new challenges and meaningful experiences in open water. This is a significant milestone for our global community.”
Race registration opens May 16 at 12 PM EST on the official website:
https://oceanmanswim.com/miami-usa/.
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About OCEANMAN®
OCEANMAN is the only global open water swimming series dedicated to amateur swimmers. With 34 events in 40 countries across 5 continents, the series attracts over 45,000 participants worldwide. OCEANMAN offers race formats from 500 meters to 10 kilometers and culminates in an annual World Final. The brand promotes inclusion, excellence, and sustainability, making open water swimming accessible and meaningful to communities everywhere.