An iconic bayside journey
Experience Melbourne like never before on a course that blends coastal beauty, urban character, and the quietly spectacular charm of Port Phillip Bay. You’ll move from sunrise-lit cliffs to sandy coves, from bustling foreshore paths to calm open-water stretches, always with that unmistakable Melbourne skyline watching over you. With a mix of sheltered swims, headland scrambles, soft-sand grinds, and cruisy Bay Trail running, the course finds that sweet spot between challenge and pure enjoyment.
Whether you go solo or share the journey with a teammate, the vibe is classic Swimrun Australia: supportive, energising, and filled with salty smiles and shared effort. This isn’t just another event on the calendar – it’s a feel-good adventure through Melbourne’s most iconic coastal pockets. Expect soft sand grit, big views, and memories that linger long after your toes hit the sand at Brighton.
two distances
Choose your
adventure
The course links together bay swims and foreshore runs, guiding you along Melbourne’s iconic coastline and through the little pockets of Port Phillip Bay that feel surprisingly wild. It’s a scenic, soul-filling journey that shows off the best of the bayside and leaves you with a finish-line feeling you’ll replay for days.
SWIMRUN
Enduro 15.0
A big-hearted bayside journey from Beaumaris to Brighton. With long, open swims and cruisy foreshore running, this is Melbourne’s ultimate test of stamina. Cliffs, coves, soft sand, skyline views – it’s tough, rewarding, and built for adventurous souls who love a feel-good challenge.
- 15km total
- 3km swim
- 12km run
- 9 sections
- Solo or team
- 17+ years
SWIMRUN
Discovery 4.0
A fun, fast intro to swimrun from Hampton to Brighton. Start with a groyne-to-groyne swim, slip through Green Point’s sheltered waters, then cruise past Dendy’s colourful shoreline into a skyline-framed finish. Exciting, achievable, and guaranteed to leave you grinning.
- 4km total
- 800m swims
- 3.2km run
- 5 sections
- Solo only
- 12+ years
Through nature,
this way...
Beaumaris
where the day begins
Sunrise hits the golden cliffs and calm waters of Ricketts Point as the Enduro sets off from the Beaumaris Motor Yacht Squadron. It’s a striking, serene launchpad – marine-sanctuary stillness paired with early-morning excitement.
Black Rock
bayside charm, coastal rhythm
This stretch dips down onto the water-hugging concrete and cobbled path, where the bay laps right at your feet. A quick climb past the iconic Black Rock Clock Tower brings the views – wide, bright, and beautifully Melbourne.
Half Moon Bay
history on your horizon
With the HMVS Cerberus resting offshore and Red Bluff rising to your right, this section sets up your second swim into Edward Street Beach. Bold colours, proud cliffs, and a dash of shipwreck history shape the moment.
Sandringham Beach
coastal curves, classic energy
From the hilltop Band Rotunda down to the winding paths and beach below, Sandringham serves up a playful mix of terrain. A scenic switch between trail, pavement, and sand keeps the senses buzzing.
Hampton Beach
open stretches, steady strides
After weaving through Sandringham Marina, the long line of Hampton’s rock groynes opens in front of you. For Enduro athletes, it’s the final push; for Discovery athletes, it’s where your adventure begins.
Green Point
technical, tidal, tempting
This scenic headland is tackled by water, offering the most technical swim of the course. Shallow sections invite bold shortcuts for those willing to skim the edge – a choose-your-own-line kind of moment.
Dendy Beach
colour, coastline, and a lift in spirits
This stretch sweeps past the iconic Brighton Bathing Boxes, one of Melbourne’s most photographed shorelines. With the skyline rising ahead, it’s a section that delivers beauty, buzz, and a real sense of momentum.
Middle Brighton
playful lines, tidal shifts, classic bayside energy
This section loops around the Brighton Baths, with tidal movement and changing angles keeping things interesting. You’ll trace the shoreline, duck under Middle Brighton Pier, and pop onto the sand with an unmistakable finish line buzz.
proudly different
The experience
is the reward
At Swimrun Australia, we’re all about delivering the good stuff; real experiences, lasting memories, and everything you need for an unforgettable day on course.
Because what you take home isn’t just photos and a finish time - it’s the pride, the moments, and the story you’ll keep telling.
- Free on-course photos
- Free finish line photos
- On-course nutrition
- Live tracking
- Safety support
- Aus Tri-endorsed
The essentials
Who can take part
Swimrun is all about adventurous spirits coming together to move through nature, whether you’re a seasoned endurance athlete or just starting out. That said, there are a few basic age and ability guidelines to help keep everyone safe and ensure a feel-good experience for all.
Here’s what you need to know before signing up:
MINIMUM AGE DETERMINATION
Age determination for the minimum age for entry for all races and for age category assignment is determined by the athlete’s age on December 31st during the AusTriathlon season which runs from 1 July to 30 June.
For this event, the date for determining an athlete’s age is 31 December 2025.
Discovery: 12 years old
Enduro: 17 years old
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PRE-REQUISITES
Swimrun Discovery
- Can swim 500 metres continuously in open water
Swimrun Enduro
- Can swim 1,000 metres continuously in open water
- Can hold a 2:30-minute/100m swim pace and a 12-minute/1km run pace
See Section 2.3: Eligibility of the Swimrun Australia Event Rules for official eligibility.
Who you’ll be grouped with
Whether you’re flying solo or teaming up, every participant is placed into an age group and category that helps keep things fair and fun. While we’re not big on competition, we know some friendly comparison adds to the experience.
Here’s how we currently group participants: by age and by gender. As our community grows, we’ll continue to evolve these categories to reflect who’s joining us out on course.
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AGE GROUPS
At this event, the following age group categories are offered. Your age group must be chosen at the time of entry. Results and placings are confined to the nominated age group.
Discovery: U15, U18, Open
Enduro [Solo]: Open, Masters
Enduro [Team]: Open, Masters
U15 – 12-14 years old.
U18 – 15-17 years old.
Open – Unrestricted age group.
Masters Solo – 45+ years old.
Masters Team – Combined 90+ years, determined by combining the age of both team members, where the youngest is at least 40 years old, e.g. 40+50, 45+45, 50+50.
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CATEGORIES
At this event, the following gender categories are offered. Mixed teams are made up of one male and one female.
Discovery: Male, Female
Enduro [Solo]: Male, Female
Enduro [Team]: Male, Female, Mixed
Pacing info & Past times
Cut-off times are set to help keep everyone safe – participants and crew alike – and to make sure the event wraps up within the timeframe approved by our land partners.
Our safety and medical teams may remove participants from the course at any time if there’s a risk to their wellbeing.
In some cases, the Event Director may choose to extend cut-off times at their discretion, depending on conditions and course flow.
CUT-OFF TIMES
Enduro
Participants should be able to finish the course in 3 hours.
The run sheet
Here’s how event day will roll out, from registration to salty celebrations. With multiple courses starting at different locations, it’s important to know where to be and when.
We’ve kept things as simple as possible, but since some of our courses are point-to-point, a few logistics are on you. Don’t worry; we’ve got your gear covered, and we’ll send all the final details in your Athlete Guide.
Below is the event schedule by course, plus some tips to help you move smoothly through the day.
SCHEDULE
Enduro Schedule
6:15-7:00 am – Registration & Bag Drop (Beaumaris Motor Yacht Squadron)
7:10 am – Athlete briefing
7:20 am – Start
~8:30 am – First finishers
~10:20 am – Presentations
Discovery Schedule
7:45-8:30 am – Registration & Bag Drop (Hampton Beach)
8:35 am – Athlete briefing
8:45 am – Start
~9:05 am – First finishers
~10:20 am – Presentations
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ATHLETE & GEAR LOGISTICS
As this event is a point-to-point course, some logistics must be managed.
Getting yourself to the start
- Athletes are responsible for getting themselves to the start at either Beaumaris Motor Yacht Squadron or Hampton Beach.
- We suggest getting dropped off or taking an Uber or taxi.
Getting your gear from the start to the finish
Swimrun Australia will transport your gear from the start to the finish.
Getting yourself back to the start
If you leave a vehicle at the start, it is your responsibility to return to it.
Final timings and details on logistics are provided in the Athlete Guide, which will be emailed to you when you enter.
Entry info & Need-to-knows
Here’s everything you need to know before locking in your spot: what’s included, how pricing works, and what to have ready if you’re entering as a team.
We keep things simple, but there are a few bits and pieces that help us run a smooth, low-fuss event, so take a moment to read through the details below before you dive into the entry process.
Aus Triathlon One Day Licence (ODL)
An Aus Triathlon One Day Licence is required if the participant is not a member of Aus Triathlon. This fee includes Public Liability and Personal Accident Cover to the holder.
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Service Fee
A payment processing fee of 2.8% is added to each order.
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Youth Age
Participants who are under the age of 18 on 31/12/2025.
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Tiered Pricing
Early: Until 25 January 2026
On Time: 26 January – 28 February 2026
Late: 1 – 11 March 2026
Entries will close at midnight, Wednesday, 11 March, unless sold out prior.
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Additional Purchases
Whistle: $5.00
Reusable Silicone Cup: $10.00
Swimrun Australia Microfibre Towel: $25
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Waiting List
Should capacity be reached before entries close, a waitlist will be opened. If a new spot becomes available, the next person on the waitlist will be contacted via SMS and given 24 hours to enter.
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Team Entry
Team entries are available in the Enduro. There are male, female and mixed (one male, one female) categories.
For team entries, one team member (the team leader) will be responsible for entering on behalf of both members. In order to do this, the team leader will need to collect the following information from their partner before starting the entry process.
- Full Name
- DOB
- Mobile Number
- Email Address (each member must have a unique email to be accepted)
- Suburb, State & Postcode
- Emergency Contact Name and Mobile Number
- Relevant medical information
The team leader will also be accepting the Terms & Conditions and signing the Waiver on behalf of their partner, so permission should be obtained first.
Need to make a change?
Simple. Flexible. Fair.
We get it; life happens. So we’ve built a policy that gives you peace of mind, while helping us deliver awesome, low-fuss events for everyone. Here’s the need-to-know version:
FREE Transfers (within the same event)
That’s right; transfers are free!
Change your plans up to 3 days before the event, with no extra fees.
You can:
- Switch to a longer or shorter distance (you’ll just pay or forgo the price difference)
- Swap a teammate or change your team category (e.g. from Male to Mixed)
- Convert a team entry into a solo entry if needed
- Split a team into two solo entries
- Transfer your solo entry to someone else
You can’t:
- Switch a team to a distance that doesn’t have a team category
How to transfer:
For distance and person-to-person transfers, go to the event page, click Enter Now, then hit Transfer Now. Follow the steps; it’s quick and easy.
For converting or splitting team entries, contact us.
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Refunds (prior to the event)
If you need to withdraw, here’s what you can expect:
- 75% refund – if more than 6 weeks out
- 50% refund – if between 4 and 6 weeks out
- No refunds – within 4 weeks of the event
Use the contact form to make your request.
Please note: Service and payment processing fees are non-refundable.
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Deferrals
We don’t offer deferrals to future events. Thanks for understanding.
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No-Shows (event day)
Miss event day? Your entry and any included merchandise will be forfeited.
But don’t worry; you can still collect merch via courier or have a mate pick it up (just let us know in advance).
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Why We Have This Policy
We’re a small but mighty team running niche, low-impact events, and most of our costs are committed well in advance. This policy helps us:
- Make confident calls about event delivery
- Cover upfront costs
- Keep creating more events for more adventurous souls
The 4-week no-refund window ensures we’re not affected by last-minute weather-based decisions and can commit fully to bringing your event to life.
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How You Can Help
Want to see swimrun thrive in Australia? Here’s how you can support us:
- Enter early and encourage others to join
- Spread the word on socials
- Volunteer if you’re not racing
- Introduce us to potential event sponsors
Thanks for understanding, supporting, and moving with us. We’re building something special – together.
Curious about the fine print? Dive into the official event rules here.
When nature calls the shots
Swimrun is about embracing the elements; but sometimes, the elements have other plans. While we always aim to deliver the full course as intended, safety is our top priority.
Occasionally, that means adjusting the course or making the tough call to cancel. Here’s how we handle those situations, and what it means for your entry.
Course Changes
For safety or other reasons, the course may be adjusted before or during the event.
If any swim legs are deemed unsafe, one or more may be removed. In rare cases, a fully run-only course may be introduced if swimming poses too great a risk.
If the course is modified, your entry fee remains non-refundable, as the event is still being delivered in an alternate, safe format.
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Weather-Related Cancellation
If the event is cancelled due to severe weather, dangerous conditions, or other circumstances outside of our control (as outlined in Section 9.2 of the Event Rules), entry fees will also be non-refundable.
This includes cases where local authorities, landowners, or emergency services determine the event cannot go ahead due to safety or weather impacts.
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We always aim to deliver the best possible event, but safety and environmental responsibility come first. Thanks for your understanding, and for rolling with the elements, just like a true swimrunner.
Volunteer & Join the fun (for free!)
Be part of the magic behind the scenes as a volunteer on our event crew.
You’ll score some sweet merchandise and, if the salty smiles and soft sand grit inspire you, we’ll gift you a free solo entry to a future Swimrun Australia event.
Sound good? Add your name to our volunteer list and we’ll be in touch with the details.
Once you’ve entered, we’ll send you an Athlete Guide with everything you need to know to get ready for your swimrun adventure.
