Alcatraz 7K
Your first major open-water swim: aerobic base and pacing control.
Challenges
Each challenge works as a training target: distance, level, mindset and linked sessions.
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Video testimonials from swimmers and public-service candidates who trained with the Best Swim method.
Swim equipment
13 items prepared
Small groups, previous preparation for open-water competitions and shared experiences.
Swim Camp Orellana 2025
September 12, 2026.


Iván Santa Cruz holds a degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (INEF), is a Physical Education teacher, senior swimming coach and open-water specialist certified by the Spanish Swimming Federation, as well as a personal trainer.
With more than 15 years of experience in competitive swimming and open water, he has raced distances from 2.6 km to 6 km, including the Copa de España, Oceanman, Best Fest Open Water and leading national open-water events.
His record includes more than 15 podiums and medals, with highlights such as gold at Oceanman Peru, silver at Oceanman Brazil and Triple Corona de Extremadura, bronze medals at Oceanman Brazil, overall wins at Patacona, Buitrago and SwimStrong La Granja, plus master and overall podiums in long-distance events.

