FAQ's
Is there a minimum age?
14 years
When is entry cut -off?
1st June
What happens if I cancel?
You'll be offered a full refund.
What happens if the event is cancelled / postponed?
You'll have choice of refund or participating in revised date. Your call.
Will there be a safety briefing?
There will be a safety briefing before each swim leg in Buhk park next to Alex SLSC.
How much is the entry fee?
$60 for swimmers, and for the sugar babies who need a wetsuit, we're asking for a further $10 donation.
Can I have flippers?
We want to discourage flippers, for safety of other swimmers reasons, we'd prefer you to swim a more comfortable swim distance if possible.
Where are the swim courses?
All swim courses start and finish in front of Alex SLSC - Look for the Rotary Arches.
Where do I find the entry form?
Here's the LINK
Do I need a wet suit?
Your call, but if you decide to ...we'd appreciate another $10 donation towards a charity of your choice when you register.
How many are in a team?
4 members in a team. There will be novelty prizes for the best presented team etc.
Is it a race?
Aussies are competitive and always want to do their personal best, but its NOT a race. We will have timekeepers and be putting all the results on screen and on social media.
What sort of training / fitness is expected of me?
We're very much relying on you knowing your capabilities. There will be IRB's and Alex SLSC volunteers on water for all the swim legs. But please do NOT enter a swim leg that you are not comfortable with.
How will I see the swim course when I'm in the water?
There will be GIANT swim buoys making the course and Alex SLSC volunteers on IRB's and boards monitoring the swim legs.
My child is a good swimmer, so can he tag along the swim with mum or dad?
Sorry, we'd prefer no under 14's on any of the swim courses.
What's in the swim bag?
Your swim cap (which you must wear, coloured differently for each leg) and your after swim T shirt and some promotional material. Special offers and the like)