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.

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 18/12: SV is waiting to hear from the lifesaving clubs whether they will be hosting their OWS events for them to be able to host the series. SV will look at this again in the new year but the series may be put on hold this season.

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 18/12: SV is waiting to hear from the lifesaving clubs whether they will be hosting their OWS events for them to be able to host the series. SV will look at this again in the new year but the series may be put on hold this season.

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

COVID Update The 2020 Burson Rock2Ramp will be a virtual swim. See website for details.

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 The 2021 SCSS swims are going ahead!

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 28/12: Twilight swim postponed and will be a morning swim (not twilight).

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 15/12: The 2021 event will be a VIRTUAL swim - see website for details.

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 The swim is on, but with a number of restrictions to operate within the COVID guidelines.

Please check the website for the details.

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 The 2021 SCSS swims are going ahead!

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.

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

COVID Update 2021 MMAD is on!

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

A great way to celebrate Australia Day!

COVID Update 2/12: Event has been postponed to 8 Mar - a GADS-In-March event! Check website for details.

With respect to the elders of the Kulin Nation, past and present:

Start your Australia Day holiday with a swim and brekky at the beach.

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 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 The event committee is hoping to be able to run the event later in the seaon.

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

Part of the Echuca Moama Triathlon weekend of events.

Swim starts at the Onion Patch at the Port of Echuca. Swim down the Murray River to Morrisons Winery for BBQ and festivities.

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 Postponed to Sat 20 Feb due to Fri 12 Feb lockdown

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

COVID Update Cancelled due to Fri 12 Feb lockdown - looking at all options including rescheduling. Keep checking website for updates.

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 February swim will include the 600m & traditional 1.2km distances using the standard courses. This will be the first of two swims in 2021 with the traditional December 28 event coming back later in the year.

COVID Update Cancelled due to Fri 12 Feb lockdown - looking at all options including rescheduling. Keep checking website for updates.

12th year of this FREE swim in Lake Daylesford.

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

COVID Update Now having virtual format where participants are encouraged to swim course over a 2 week period from 14th February. See Lake Daylesford Classic Facebook page for details.

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

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

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 Postponed from 13 Feb due to 12 Feb Lockdown

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.

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.

Run by the Mornington Life Saving Club.

Twilight swim postponed and will be a morning swim (not twilight).

COVID Update 29/1: Unfortunately, the organisers have had to cancel because they have been unable to meet the planning permit timelines required by authorities.

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

COVID Update 11/2: The Moorpanyal swim has been cancelled for this year due to the Covid restrictions. The Pako Festa is likely to be cancelled as well.

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

COVID Update WSLSC will run a COVID-19 safe event for the longer course distances only.

With having to cap the numbers at 500, they are unable to provide the shorter course events this season.

In 2020, Williamstown Swimming & Life Saving Club was proud to be invited to take over the Big Bay Swim.

In 2021 the WOW Challenge, delayed due to COVID, will be run on the traditional BBS date in late Feb.

The BBS will return in 2022 in a new format, but with all the same community vibes and celebrating the beautiful northern waters of Port Phillip Bay.

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.

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

A great way to celebrate Australia Day! In March!

COVID Update 25/1: Unfortunately, the organisers had to cancel the March event due to access restrictions and difficulties working a COVIDSafe Plan on the beach & Pier.

Swim from the Crystal Point Steps and head east towards Johnson's Point. You choose your distance, set your own pace (fast, slow or floating) and you can still win!! It's based on the traditional Williamstown Point To Point Handicap.

Lucky draw prizes at the BBQ after the swim, incl Garmin Swim 2 GPS watch.

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!!”

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

Parking and change facilities available at LSV.

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

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 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.

A magical unforgettable night swim on the Winter Solstice on a lit course at Williamstown. You get glowing safety markers and body paint and can swim all or part of the course at your own pace.

The winter solstice swim is back, brought to you by Rip Swim! Not a night swim this year but has 3 different swims, including Scream&Splash. Wetsuits optional except for the 1500m.

Bookings essential.

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.