Victorian Open Water Swim Calendar

New OWS clinic with OWS superfish Sam Sheppard and supercoach Neroli Nixon.

More details coming soon.

(COVID-19 restrictions permitting)

Usually run in conjunction with Swimming Victoria's OWS Championships Series. Supported by the Williamstown SLSC.

Also check the Williamstown OWS Coaching.

COVID Update 9/10: After much consideration and discussion, the decision has been made to postpone to Feb 2021 (pending restrictions at that time).

COVID Update 28/9: SV is waiting to see what happens over the next month. They are still looking at running the Victorian Open Water Championship Series again this summer.

Victoria's Boxing Day swim.

Also includes nipper swim, novice swim and beach run events.

COVID Update This year it will be a virtual swim - check website for details.

Run by the Mornington Life Saving Club.

Open only to Swimming Vic & Life Saving Vic members.

COVID Update 28/9: SV is waiting to see what happens over the next month. They are still looking at running the Victorian Open Water Championship Series again this summer.

COVID Update The event has been cancelled in light of the current Coronavirus Pandemic and concerns around the ability to maintain safe health practices.

See the Point Lonsdale SLSC website for the full statement.

The Rock2Ramp is held on the 28th Dec each year in the protected surf beach inside Point Roadnight.

COVID Update 22/9: Committee not decided yet but optimistic event will run.

This event was retired in 2020 after a long history as the Boroughcoutas Blue Water Classic and then the Queenscliff 180 for the last few years, but was planned to be revived for 2021. Unfortunately we'll have to wait til 2022.

Check Facebook for details.

Be a part of the Waratah Beach SLSC swim in Shallow Inlet. Swimming with the current in the sheltered waters of the inlet is a great introduction to salt water swimming.

COVID Update 27/10: The 2021 event will be a virtual swim - see the website for details and registration.

1st swim in the Shipwreck Coast Swim Series (with Warrnambool and Port Campbell).

Held on the picturesque Port Fairy East Beach. Swim out through the break, west along the beach and then back in to the finish.

COVID Update 21/9: Decision pending, waiting to see what happens.

The world-famous swim from the Lorne pier to the Lorne beach.

COVID Update 25/9: This year it will be a VIRTUAL swim. Check the website for more details.

The Bay Open Water Swimmers present the Bay Open Water 10km Marathon Time Trial. Can be used as a Rottnest qualifier.

Upto 4 laps of 2.5km circuit with feeding station and IRB and kayak support.

Run by the Mornington Life Saving Club.

The only twilight swim in the Victorian calendar.

COVID Update 21/9: Planning to proceed but with contingencies

The event is run by the Jan Juc SLSC at the calm, protected and picturesque location that the locals fondly refer to as "Cosy Corner". This idyllic setting is protected by Point Danger.

COVID Update 23/9: Decision will be made in early Oct.

2nd swim in the Shipwreck Coast Swim Series (with Port Fairy and Port Campbell).

The longest-running open water swim in Victoria, in the beautiful Lady Bay.

Starting west of the Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club and finishing on the beach at the clubhouse.

COVID Update 21/9: Decision pending, waiting to see what happens.

Mostly straight-line course with the tide.

COVID Update Read the cancellation notice on the Sorrento website.

Swim from Portsea with the outgoing tide to the Quarantine station.

COVID Update 3/11: Still planning for the swim to proceed, within the COVID guidelines.

Multiple distances available, as well as music, food and fun.

Run by the Ocean Grove SLSC who also run the Rip To River race. Check the website for details of both events.

COVID Update 25/9: Decision will be made in Oct.

Diamond-shaped course in the clear waters off the Mt Martha beach - a regular favourite, with a sparklng commentary.

COVID Update 2021 MMAD Swim plans are currently on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At this stage we do not anticipate that the swim will proceed and look forward to seeing our wonderful MMAD swimmers in 2022.

Presented by The Rotary Club of Brighton in association with The Brighton Lifesaving Club.

A great way to celebrate Australia Day!

With food stalls, live entertainment and over $4000 of raffle prizes.

COVID Update 7/10: Still working towards running the event but may modify it if necessary. Further details should be announced late Oct.

Swim across "The Rip" at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay!

Cross the Rip in small groups with support boats and trained staff.

4 scheduled crossings this summer.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.

3rd swim in the Shipwreck Coast Swim Series (with Warrnambool and Port Fairy).

Held in the breathtaking cliff-bound bay of Port Campbell, the course challenges swimmers to a lap of the bay.

COVID Update 21/9: Decision pending, waiting to see what happens.

The swim runs along the beach from Lagoon Pier Port Melbourne to Kerferd Pier Albert Park. Ideal for spectators to walk along and watch their swimmer, or stand on the pier at either end and see the start or finish.

Limited street (ticket) parking available. Try the No.1 Sth Melb Beach tram, which goes very close to the life saving club.

COVID Update Updated date is still tentative. Still unsure if the swim can proceed.

Held at the iconic Dendy Beach bathing boxes in front of the Brighton LSC clubhouse.

Part of the Echuca Moama Triathlon weekend of events.

Jump off the back deck of the PS Pride Of The Murray at the Port of Echuca and swim down the Murray River to Morrisons Winery for BBQ and festivities.

Swim across "The Rip" at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay!

Cross the Rip in small groups with support boats and trained staff.

4 scheduled crossings this summer.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.

Swim in the calm protected waters of Half Moon Bay on the Bellarine Peninsula.

Straight-line swim along the beach from Edithvale to Aspendale.

Swim from Sorrento to Portsea, tide-assisted.

Entries will sell out in less than 90 mins!

COVID Update 3/11: Still planning for the swim to proceed, within the COVID guidelines.

12th year of this FREE swim in Lake Daylesford.

Fundraiser by donations for the La Faek Diak Foundation, East Timor.

Swim across "The Rip" at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay!

Cross the Rip in small groups with support boats and trained staff.

4 scheduled crossings this summer.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.

Swim around the wreck of the Cerberus in Half Moon Bay, Sandringham.

Join in the world's largest FREE open-water swim and afterwards enjoy the festivities at the Pako Festa in Geelong.

Usually run in conjunction with Swimming Victoria's OWS Championships Series. Supported by the Williamstown SLSC.

Also check the Williamstown OWS Coaching.

COVID Update 9/10: After much consideration and discussion, the decision has been made to postpone to Feb 2021 (pending restrictions at that time).

After being run by the Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand Williamstown for the last 30 years, the BBS is now being run by the Williamstown SLSC.

Event is held on the last Sunday in Feb each year.

Part of the Nagambie On Water festival over the weekend.

It's a short 600m or 1.1 km open water swim in the bowl of Lake Nagambie, open to all ages and swimmers.

Designed around a 2.5km course with feeding stations. NO kayak or boat support required!

This is a fantastic event for experienced open water swimmers wanting to test themselves with a Marathon distance.

10km has individual, duo and teams.
Check the website for more details about the course, pre-race orientation, etc.

Swim across "The Rip" at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay!

Cross the Rip in small groups with support boats and trained staff.

4 scheduled crossings this summer.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.

The Great Victorian Swim Series presentation party will be held over this season, but next year will be “The Biggest Party Ever!!”

Includes the 1.2km classic, in memory of Campbell Jordan.

You must be a member of one of the participating organisations to enter.

Parking and change facilities available at LSV.

A non-competitive relaxed swim, experiencing the local environment.

A 4.5km swim over marine reserve reef starting at Ricketts Point or 2km swim starting at the Scout Boat Shed, ending at Mentone LSC.

All groups will be accompanied by trained water safety volunteers and have a water support leader to keep the group together.
Includes bus to the starting point and light breakfast on the club balcony.

The Winter Swim Series is back, brought to you by Rip Swim.

The Brighton Baths Health Club presents the Winter Swimming Carnival.

Events include the Harry Raisbeck Winter Mile, John Dineen Half Mile and Ice Cube Dash.

Water temp around 12 degrees.

The winter solstice swim is back, brought to you by Rip Swim!

Wetsuit and non-wetsuit divisions.

Swim across "The Rip" at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay!

Cross the Rip in a small group with support boats and trained staff.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.