Victorian Open Water Swim Calendar

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

Swimming at sunset to mark the summer solstice, you set your own pace (it's not a race) on 1 or 2 laps of our 800m course. You get a lighted course, a team on boards & kayaks and an amazing experience.

A raffle is included with amazing OW swim gear prizes.

Victoria's Boxing Day swim.

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

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

One of the main events in the Vic calendar.

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.

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

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

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.

Check Facebook for details.

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

COVID Update: 4/1 update: The 2022 event has been changed today to be a VIRTUAL swim. Check the website for more details.

The Bay Open Water Swimmers present the BOWS Marathon Swim at the Black Rock Yacht Club. Wetsuit and Non Wetsuit Categories for all distances, and can be used as a qualifier for other events.

More details on the Trybooking registration site.

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

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.

NEW SWIM!

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

Held in the protected waters of Nuns Beach.

Mostly straight-line course with the tide.

COVID Update: The 2022 swim will be a VIRTUAL event. See website for details.

Step up and take on a Double Rip Swim crossing, a truly EPIC challenge.

Strict conditions apply - check the website for details.

SOLD OUT in just 48 hours!

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day, Mon 17th.

Run by the Mornington Life Saving Club.

The only twilight swim in the Victorian calendar.

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 year.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.

Part of the Echuca Moama Triathlon Club Multisport 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.

Spectators can also travel to & from Morrisons aboard a paddlesteamer.

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

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

A great way to celebrate Australia Day!

With respect to the elders of the Kulin Nation, past and present. Start your Australia Day holiday with a swim at your own pace (it's not a race) and then brekky at the beach.

Part of your entry fee goes to Melbourne OW Swimming Club to support inclusion programs and safety equipment. It also includes a raffle ticket for amazing prizes and swim gear.
BYO tucker and drinks.

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.

3rd swim in the Shipwreck Coast Swim Series (with Port Fairy, Portland 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.

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 year.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.

4th swim in the Shipwreck Coast Swim Series (with Port Fairy, Portland and Warrnambool).

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

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

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

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

COVID Update: Note the registration times for your age group on the event website.

Part of the Nagambie On Water festival over the weekend.

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

Swim from Sorrento to Portsea, tide-assisted.

Entries will sell out in less than 90 mins!

13th 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 year.

Contingency in case of bad weather is the following day.
Update: this crossing is full.

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.

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

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

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

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

The BBS will return in 2023 in a new format, but with all the same community vibes and celebrating the beautiful northern waters of Port Phillip Bay.

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.

The Great Victorian Swim Series presentation party will be held at a date and venue to be announced.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Swim from Sorrento to Portsea, tide-assisted.

Entries will sell out in less than 90 mins!

New swim, courtesy of the Melb OWS Club.

Swim 3.8km from Williamstown to Altona (and back if you want)!

This is not a race. It's actually two swims for the price of one with a MANDATORY rest /drink /food break at Altona.

Easter swim hosted by the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club, with delicious spit roast dinner.

NEW SWIM!!

Ocean Swimming on the edge of Bass Strait at the heart of the Great Ocean Road, in a drop-dead gorgeous area.

BE THE FIRST TO STORM THE BAY!

Another great swim in Williamstown. It's not a race, just a casual Sunday swim that will renew your spirits and make you feel lucky to be in the Bay.

Swim with the team on boards and kayaks 900m east from Williamstown Beach to Pointy Rock and back.

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!

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.

Swim 1km with our team on boards and kayaks around the yellow poles (boating markers) then warm up in the hot spa and showers of St Kilda Sea Baths (entry price included).