Swanny Ocean Classic
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Swanny Ocean Classic
The Swanny Ocean Classic is an annual coastal event organised by the Swanbourne Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club. The event has been held since 1986 and attracts around 1,000 participants across multiple disciplines along the local coastline.
The course covers 2 km from Cottesloe Beach at the Indiana Tearooms to Swanbourne Beach in front of the Swanbourne Patrol Tower. All events follow the same coastal line. The swim, stand up paddleboard and racing mal events start in the water while the run is a land based event along the sand and shoreline paths.
There are four separate events: the 2 km swim, 2 km SUP, 2 km run and 2 km racing mal. The swim is run in waves and the water course is marked with buoys. Water safety is provided by lifesavers, IRBs and boards to guide and assist competitors.
Minimum age for the swim is 12 years. Wetsuits and other swim aids are allowed but competitors using them are not eligible for awards and must declare such aids at entry. Racing mals should conform to standard surf lifesaving board types and participants supply their own boards. Gear transport and finish area amenities such as food and refreshments are provided. Proceeds support the volunteer surf lifesavers of the Swanbourne Nedlands Surf Life Saving Club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
