About Us

Zena Courtney, Race Director

We are excited to have longtime Washington resident Zena Herrmann Courtney as Swim Defiance Race Director and Organizer.

Zena is a seasoned triathlete and swimmer, she has more than 38 years experience competing in international triathlons, open fresh water, salt water and pool swimming events. Zena has a long history of participation and hosting successful national and local level Masters Swim Meets and various open water swims.

A graduate of Stanford, Zena works full-time as an engineering project manager for Boeing

Blue Wave Aquatics

When you think of adult swimming think BLUE WAVE AQUATICS

We take on swimming, for adults, from every angle - swim lessons, swim team, open water swimming, triathlon training and triathlon team consultations.

We believe that every adult should be comfortable in the water whether you are just starting out or have swum since you were a child. Our Coaches are passionate about teaching adults how to swim or improve your skills

Blue Wave Aquatics offers a free 7 day swim for Swim Team and 1st lesson always free for Swim Lessons - Try us out You will see the difference!

Try Blue Wave Aquatics for 7 Days FREE!