From hidden beaches to iconic views
With its natural rhythm, rewarding climbs, and shared moments, this course is all about connection; to nature, to your fellow swimrunners, and to the challenge itself. Expect salty skin, a full heart, and memories that stay with you.
three distances
Chose your
adventure
Each distance is an epic blend of adventure and scenery, designed to thrill, challenge, and immerse you in the stunning natural beauty of Sydney’s North Harbour and Northern Beaches.
SWIMRUN
Experience
An adventure that packs in the epic views, stunning trails, and exhilarating swims.
- Distance: 9.55km
- Swim: 1.85km
- Run: 7.7km
- Sections: 9
- Categories: Solo, Team
- Min. Age: 14 Years
SWIMRUN
Enduro
A full-throttle test of grit and endurance; barely a moment to catch your breath.
- Distance: 17.7km
- Swim: 2.65km
- Run: 14.5km
- Sections: 13
- Categories: Solo, Team
- Min. Age: 15 Years
Aquathlon
Stroke 'N Stride
A barefoot aquathlon is the perfect intro; No gear, just sand, sea, and two fun circuits.
- Distance: 2.2km
- Swim: 600m
- Run: 1,600m
- Sections: 5
- Categories: Solo
- Min. Age: 12 Years
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 Aus Triathlon season which runs from 1 July to 30 June.
For this event, the date for determining an athlete’s age is 31 December 2025.
Stroke N Stride: 12 years old
Experience: 15 years old
Enduro: 15 years old
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PRE-REQUISITES
Stroke ‘N Stride
- Can swim 500 metres continuously in open water
Swimrun Experience
- Can swim 1,000 metres continuously in open water
Swimrun Enduro
- Can swim 1,000 metres continuously in open water
- Can hold a 2-minute/100m swim pace and a 10-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.
That said, if you’re chasing something a little more competitive, the Australian Swimrun Championship – held as part of this event – is where things get serious, with medals on the line for top teams.
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.
Stroke ‘N Stride: U15, U18, Open
Experience [Solo]: U18, Open, Masters
Experience [Team]: Open, Masters
Enduro [Solo]: Open, Masters
Enduro [Team]: Open, Masters
U15 – 12-14 years old.
U18 – 15-17 years old.
Open – Unrestricted age group.
Masters Solo – 40+ years old.
Masters Team – Combined 90+ years, determined by combining the age of both team members, where the youngest is at least 35 years old, e.g. 35+55, 45+45, 55+55.
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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.
Stroke ‘N Stride: Male, Female
Experience [Solo]: Male, Female
Experience [Team]: Male, Female, Mixed
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 must be able to finish the course in 3 hours 45 minutes (8:00 – 11:45 am), with the following checkpoint cut-off time:
- #3: East Esplanade @ Victoria Street – 10:15 am (2 hr 15 mins)
Participants in the Enduro race who do not make the cut-off time will be directed to complete the final stages of the Experience race via Victoria Street.
The average time to the cut-off point in 2023 was 1 hr 49 mins.
Experience
Participants should be able to finish the course in 3 hours (7:48 – 10:48 am), with the following checkpoint cut-off time:
- #3: East Esplanade @ Victoria Street – 10:15 am (2 hr 27 mins)
The slowest time to the cut-off point in 2023 was 1 hr 46 mins.
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PREVIOUS SPLITS
2023 Enduro Times (All categories, Team only)
Checkpoint #3 (Cut-Off: 2 hrs 09 mins)
Fastest time – 1:21
Slowest time – 2:33
Average time – 1:49
2023 Experience Times (All categories)
Checkpoint #3 (Cut-Off: 2 hrs 27 mins)
Fastest time – 1:12
Slowest time – 1:46
Average time – 1:31
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.
SWIMRUN SCHEDULE
6:30-7:20 am – Registration (Clontarf Reserve)
7:30 am – Race briefing
7:45-7:48 am – Experience race starts
7:51-7:54 am – Enduro race starts
~9:15 am – First finishers (Queenscliff SLSC)
~10:30 am – Presentations
~12:00 pm – Last finishers
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STROKE ‘N STRIDE SCHEDULE
7:30-8:00 am – Registration (Queenscliff SLSC)
8:10 am – Race briefing
8:15 am – Race starts
~9:30 am – Presentations
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ATHLETE & GEAR LOGISTICS (SWIMRUN)
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 Clontarf Reserve. 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.
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BAG DROP (STROKE ‘N STRIDE)
An unsecured bag drop will be available in the Queenscliff SLSC.
Final timings and details on logistics are provided in the Athlete Guide.
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.
AusTriathlon One Day Licence (ODL)
An AusTriathlon One Day Licence (ODL) is required for $4.50 if the participant is not an annual member of AusTriathlon (Standard or Premium). The ODL provides insurance for the holder for the duration of the event and is a condition of the event’s Public Liability insurance.
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Service Fee
It covers free entry transfers up to 3 days before the event (think: transfer insurance), secure online entry and payment processing, and lets us reinvest in what matters most – your experience out on the course.
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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 30 June 2025
On Time: 1 July – 28 September 2025
Late: 29 September – 8 October 2025
Entries will close at midnight, Wednesday, 8 October, unless sold out prior.
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Additional Purchases
Whistle: $5.00
Reusable Silicone Cup: $10.00
Sydney North Microfibre Towel: $25
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 Experience and Enduro races. 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.
| RACE | EARLY | ON-TIME | LATE | ODL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STROKE ‘N STRIDE | $62 | $69 | $83 | $4.50 |
| Sample #2 | Row 2, Content 1 | Row 2, Content 2 | ||
| Sample #3 | Row 3, Content 1 | Row 3, Content 2 |
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. 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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Enhanced Refund Protection (Optional)
Want extra peace of mind? Enhanced Refund Protection is like registration insurance; think travel insurance, but for your event entry.
How it works:
- You can purchase this protection at the time of online entry only
- You’ll be refunded if you’re unable to attend for one of the approved reasons
- This does not apply if the event is postponed or cancelled by Swimrun Australia
Click here to read the full details and see if it’s right for you.
Click here if you need to make a claim (claims are handled directly with the insurer, not by Swimrun Australia).
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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.
