Swanny Ocean Classic
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About the race
The Swanny Ocean Classic is an annual coastal event run by the Swanbourne Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club since 1986. The course follows roughly 2 km of coastline from Cottesloe Beach (immediately in front of the Indiana Tearooms) to Swanbourne Beach (in front of the Swanbourne Patrol Tower). The event traditionally includes swimming and a beach run and attracts around 1,000 participants.
For the 2027 edition the programme comprises two separate 2 km events:
- 2 km swim
- 2 km run
Swim participants start in the water and are organised into waves. The course is marked by yellow buoys and supported by lifesavers, inflatable rescue boats and water safety personnel on boards. The swim has a minimum age of 12 years. Wetsuits and other swim aids are permitted but must be declared and participants using them are not eligible for awards.
On the day organisers provide event check in, race briefings, and gear transport so bags can be moved from the start area at Cottesloe to the finish at Swanbourne. The event is volunteer run and proceeds support the Swanbourne Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club and its volunteer surf lifesavers. Past editions have also included SUP and racing mal waves; these craft have been part of earlier years but are not included in the 2027 programme to allow additional swim waves and space for swimmers.
Additional finish line features recorded at recent editions include food and refreshment services and a presentation area with prizes provided by local businesses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
