5.5KM
10 LEGS
2.2KM SWIM / 3.3KM RUN
SPRINT COURSE
ROSE BAY TO NIELSEN PARK (RETURN)
14+ years
#SRASYDNEYEAST
SYDNEY EAST
LOCATION:
ROSE BAY
SYDNEY NSW
AUSTRALIA
DATE:
SATURDAY
11 MAY 2024 (TBC)
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SYDNEY EAST
Established in 2016, Sydney East was the first swimrun event in Australia and continues to attract new and returning swimrunners.
A scenic, undulating course that crosses open waterways, national parks, beaches, trails and rock platforms awaits teams and individuals. With beautiful views of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and out over Sydney Harbour and South Head, this is a truly unique experience.
DISTANCES
DISTANCE
BREAKDOWN
COURSE NAME
AGE^
16KM
22 LEGS
3.4KM SWIM / 12.6KM RUN
LONG COURSE
ROSE BAY TO WATSONS BAY (RETURN)
2023 AUSTRALIAN SWIMRUN CHAMPIONSHIP
16+ years
ANNOUNCEMENTS
DATE
ANNOUNCEMENT
09 NOV
NEXT EVENT – MAY, 2024
WE HAVE UPDATED OUR POTENTIAL 2024 DATE TO SATURDAY, 11 MAY 2024.
PENCIL IN THIS DATE IN YOUR DIARY, BUT DON’T LOCK ANYTHING IN UNTIL WE HAVE CONFIRMED IT.
RACE INFO
ENTRY FEES & TERMS
ENTRY | DAY LICENCE* | EARLY BIRD FEE^ | STANDARD FEE^ | LATE FEE^ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SPRINT COURSE INDIVIDUAL | $3.50 | $98.00 | $109.00 | $120.00 |
SPRINT COURSE TEAM | $3.50 PP | $170.00 | $189.00 | $208.00 |
LONG COURSE | $3.50 PP | $287.00 | $319.00 | $351.00 |
There are no entry refunds
*A Triathlon Australia One Day Licence is required if the participant is not a member of Triathlon Australia. This fee provides Public Liability and Personal Accident Cover to the holder.
^Plus a booking and payment processing fee of $1.30 + 2.75%.
Individual Entry
Individual entries are available in the sprint course only.
Team Entry
Team entries are available in both Sprint Course and Long Course. There are male, female and mixed (one male, one female) categories.
Entry Details Required
For team entries, one team member (the captain) will be responsible for entering on behalf of both members. In order to do this, the captain 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
- T-Shirt/Vest Size
The captain will also be accepting the Terms & Conditions and signing the Waiver on behalf of their partner, so permission should be obtained first (these can be read here).
Entry Period
Entries will close at 8 pm on Sunday, 14 April (unless sold out prior).
Capacity
Individual: 200 participants
Teams: 150 teams
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 and given 24 hours to enter.
Entry Changes
Teams can change one team member or make one race category change up to 8 pm on the 14th of April 2024 (sign in to change via green Change/Modify Entry button). The administration fee for changes is $20.
Individual entries cannot be changed or transferred to another person.
ELIGIBILITY
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 Triathlon Australia season which runs from 1 July to 30 June.
For this event, the date for determining an athlete’s age is 31 December 2023.
Sprint Course: 14-years-old
Long Course: 16-years-old
Pre-requisites
Must be able to swim 1,000 metres in open water in one go.
Needs to be an experienced swimmer and runner and understand the length and difficulty of the race course. The athlete also needs to be aware that the weather conditions on the race day can be very harsh which will make the race even more physically and mentally demanding.
See Section 2.3: Eligibility of the Swimrun Australia Race Rules for official eligibility rules.
RACE RULES
Swimrun Australia: Sydney East 2023 will be conducted under Swimrun Australia’s Race Rules.
The Race Rules cover the following:
– Introduction to competition rules
– Athlete conduct (including entry conditions and eligibility)
– Course
– Equipment
– Penalties
– Swimrun Australia conduct
– Sponsors and Media Exposure
To view the latest Race Rules and Waiver documents, visit the Official Resources page.
VENUE
The event hub (incl. registration, race start and race finish) is located at the Woollahra Sailing Club in Lyne Park, New South Head Road, Rose Bay.We recommend taking public transport; there is one ferry stop and two bus stops located approx. 200m from the event hub. There is also limited parking in Lyne Park and on New South Head Road.
SCHEDULE
TIME | EVENT | |
|---|---|---|
6:30 AM | Registration Opens | |
7:30 AM | Compulsory Race Briefing | |
7:45 AM | Championship Race Start (Male/Female/Mixed) | |
7:48 AM | Race Start – Long Course Male Open | |
7:51 AM | Race Start – Long Course Female Open | |
7:54 AM | Race Start – Long Course Mixed Open | |
8:00 AM | Race Start – Short Course (Male/Female/Mixed) | |
~10:30 AM | ||
Championship Medal Presentations | ~11:30 AM | Prize Draw |
Note: The final schedule will be communicated to participants in the lead-up to the event.
RACE GEAR
Swimrun is unique in that you carry with you, and swim and run with all the gear you start with.
Compulsory items include a swimsuit, shoes, swim cap, vest* and whistle.
Optional items include a wetsuit, goggles, pull buoy, hand paddles, and nutrition.
Prohibited items include swim fins, motorised aids, and backpacks.
*Vests are supplied by SRA and returned at the finish line.
View the Swimrun Basics page for more information and tips on race gear and ensure you read Section 4: Equipment in the Swimrun Australia Race Rules.
TRANSER/MODIFY ENTRY
After entering, teams can change one team member and make one race category change up to 14 April 2023.
The administration fee for changes is $20.
To make a transfer sign in to our registration system via the green [Change/Modify Entry] button here.
COURSES
There are two courses; a very achievable 5.5km sprint course for juniors and beginners and the traditional 16km long course
SPRINT COURSE
The sprint course is designed as an introduction to the sport, taking individuals and teams on a fun route from Rose Bay to Nielsen Park and back.
LONG COURSE
The long course is the primary course that takes competitors from Lyne Park, Rose Bay, to Hornby Lighthouse, Watsons Bay, and back.
LEG | DISCIPLINE | DISTANCE* |
|---|---|---|
5,500m | ||
1 | Swim | 870m |
2 | Run | 460m |
3 | Swim | 320m |
4 | Run | 1,840m |
5 | Swim | 320m |
6 | Run | 460m |
7 | Swim/Wade | 600m |
8 | Run | 470m |
9 | Swim/Wade | 140m |
10 | Run | 20m |
LEG | DISCIPLINE | DISTANCE* |
|---|---|---|
16,000m | ||
1 | Swim | 870m |
2 | Run | 460m |
3 | Swim | 320m |
4 | Run | 3,000m |
5 | Swim | 170m |
6 | Run | 790m |
7 | Swim | 200m |
8 | Run | 870m |
9 | Swim | 210m |
10 | Run | 1,750m |
11 | Swim | 180m |
12 | Run | 870m |
13 | Swim | 200m |
14 | Run | 790m |
15 | Swim | 170m |
16 | Run | 3,000m |
17 | Swim | 320m |
18 | Run | 460m |
19 | Swim/Wade | 600m |
20 | Run | 510m |
21 | Swim | 140m |
22 | Run | 20m |
SPRINT COURSE
The sprint course is aimed at introducing the sport to new athletes and will take these competitors from Rose Bay to Nielsen Park and back.
LEG | DISCIPLINE | DISTANCE* |
|---|---|---|
5,500m | ||
1 | Swim | 870m |
2 | Run | 460m |
3 | Swim | 320m |
4 | Run | 1,840m |
5 | Swim | 320m |
6 | Run | 460m |
7 | Swim/Wade | 600m |
8 | Run | 470m |
9 | Swim/Wade | 140m |
10 | Run | 20m |
LONG COURSE
The long course is the primary course that takes competitors from Lyne Park, Rose Bay, to Hornby Lighthouse, Watsons Bay, and back.
LEG | DISCIPLINE | DISTANCE* |
|---|---|---|
16,000m | ||
1 | Swim | 870m |
2 | Run | 460m |
3 | Swim | 320m |
4 | Run | 3,000m |
5 | Swim | 170m |
6 | Run | 790m |
7 | Swim | 200m |
8 | Run | 870m |
9 | Swim | 210m |
10 | Run | 1,750m |
11 | Swim | 180m |
12 | Run | 870m |
13 | Swim | 200m |
14 | Run | 790m |
15 | Swim | 170m |
16 | Run | 3,000m |
17 | Swim | 320m |
18 | Run | 460m |
19 | Swim/Wade | 600m |
20 | Run | 510m |
21 | Swim | 140m |
22 | Run | 20m |
Graphic maps are not to scale. *Distances are approximate. Swim distances include any wade component. The final course is determined on the morning of the event. View Google Map course for more detail. The course is not extensively marked, participants are required to know the course.
FOR THE LOVE OF SWIMRUN
WHAT’S INCLUDED
All Swimrun Australia events are professionally run, safe and inclusive. Sanctioning, technical support and insurance are provided by Triathlon Australia.
Finisher Medal
The adrenaline rush of excitement and joy when the finisher medal falls in your hands could be one of the best moments in your swimrun journey.
Event Merch
Wear it loud, wear it proud, your event merch is your ticket to show the world you're a swimrunner. It's a satisfying feeling to recount your adventure.
LIVE TRACKING
With our digital timing, you'll be tracked throughout the course and your family and friends will be able to follow your journey online - no pressure!
Race Photos
That's right – your digital race photos are complimentary. Be sure to smile large, just think of how good you'll look on social media after the race!
Refreshments
Water stations, fruit and Tailwind Nutrition will be awaiting you at the start line, finish line and along the course.
Event Hub
Bring your friends, and drag along your family, the event hub will have giant games, coffee, food and a DJ with race commentary.
EVENT NEWS
Defending Australian swimrun champions back to defend their titles
Defending Australian Swimrun Champions Mitchell Frankish and Moya Johansson (Mixed) and Luke McKenzie and Brett Carter (Mens) on how they are preparing to defend their titles.
PHOTOS
MERCHANDISE
ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY WED, 5 APRIL 2023
ONLY A LIMITED RANGE WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT
PURCHASES ARE PROCESSED VIA THE DELFINA ONLINE SHOP & COLLECTED AT THE EVENT
PRE-ORDERS CLOSED
A LIMITED RANGE WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT
EVENT CREW
This event only happens with the generous support of volunteers.
If you’d like to volunteer as event crew, we have course marshal roles available, where you’ll keep an eye on athletes and cheer them on!
All volunteers will receive a special thank you kit (t-shirt, goggles, towel, and a drink bottle), refreshments, and a discount on participating in future events (if you’re inspired by what you see!).
