EVENT INFO

Shoal Bay

This jewel of a swim is totally hidden from the elements of wind and swell and while hugging the shoreline gives all swimmers the confidence of swimming in the open sea. 

MAP INFO HERE

Registration Kit Collection

All race packs must be collected prior to the event at the time and locations shown in the schedule.
Photo ID or Registration Confirmation is required.

Parking

Parking information will be provided for individual events. Please be mindful of local residents and parking restrictions in each location, and keep noise to a minimum.

Safety Briefing

All competitors must attend this briefing, at the time and location nominated on the schedule. Most information will be provided in the Competitor Information emailed in the days prior to the event, but last minute details will be communicated here.

First Aid & Emergency

Trained medical personnel will be on site for the event. Aid station marshals/ volunteers will have a mobile phone for emergencies. There are basic first aid kits located at major aid stations as well as the start/finish line. Please ensure you provide accurate medical and emergency contact details when registering.

Rest & Recovery

Our post-race area is designed to provide the best start for your recovery process. Recovery drinks including Pure Water, Coke, water, fruit, ice cream and other sustenance to rebalance your body.

Fisiocrem massage therapists will feature at some venues. It’s also the best spot to swap tales of the day with other like-minded athletes.

Event Photography

Each Elite Energy event will have professional photographers to capture your event day(s) and save those memories for life.

Event Timing

Event timing will be conducted by Multisport Australia the premier timing operators in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Each athlete in the Swim will have overall time and placings, event splits and category placing. To review your times click here

Lost & Found

When you race your mind is always in so many other places than where did I leave my … On event day(s) lost property will be held at the registration marquee. Post event please email office@eliteenergy.com.au

Event Day Entertainment – Food and Beverage

Many may think this event is all for the athlete, as much as we love our athletes we also understand that for many it is not possible without their cheer squads. Commentators, food and drink vendors, music and other entertainment will keep spectators entertained throughout the event(s).

COVID Safety

Elite Energy operates in line with the most up to date advice from governing health bodies in each event location. Elite Energy advises athletes, staff and spectators to practice COVID safe hygiene and social distancing practices.

Cancellations & Refunds

Partial event refunds can be provided within certain time-frames in the lead-up to the event. Please review the full policy details here.

Age Categories

5km: 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (male & female)
2.5km: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (male & female)
1km: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (male & female)
500m: 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (male & female)

‘The Swim’ podium place getters

Cut-off Times

5km swim will have a 2.5hr cut off
2.5km swim will have a 1.5hrs cut off
1km swim will have a 1hr cut off
500m swim will have a 30min cut off

Changing up or down in distance

It seemed like a good idea at the time right? We understand that in the excitement of signing up to an event months in advance that we as athlete sometimes bite off more than we can chew. If you want to change down in distance after entering if there is availability we can do this for you simply email office@eliteenergy.com.au

Swim Start

Each swim location will be unique and therefore Elite Energy asks athletes to use caution when entering the water. Whether that be due to water depth or submerged items such as rocks. We will endeavor to ensure as safe as possible swim entry and exit locations.

Swim Caps

Elite Energy are always trying to reduce its environmental impact we ask that competitors BYO swim cap, it can be whatever colour or design you like, this way we can reduce the number of single use items such as swim caps. If you forget your swim cap, fear not we can provide you one at the registration marquee for $5 per cap.

Take a Break

For some an open water swim can be quite a challenge and we understand that some may be overcoming fears of swimming in the open water. If at any time you feel you need a break whilst out in the water, feel free to take hold of one of the water safety boards. As long as you don’t have any forward movement there is no penalty. This way you can catch your breath, recompose yourself, have a chat with one of our legendary water safety crew members and get going again.

Wetsuits

Littering

Just don’t do it. We bring events to some of the most beautiful parts of not just Australia, but the World and we want to keep these places looking just as amazing as the way we found them. If you can carry it in full you can carry it out empty. We have a very hard stand fast rule on littering, if we catch you doing it, your event is over. 

Event Expo

Did you forget something that you “really need” to get through your event, or did you want to see the latest and greatest in sport and lifestyle, well we have you covered. Expo vendors have been hand picked to make sure you have what you really need.

Bad weather/Water conditions

As much as we would love to be able to control everything, this is one thing we can not control. Where necessary Elite Energy reserves the right to alter, shorten, and/or change courses without notice to ensure athlete safety. To read more about entry terms and conditions click here.

Medical/first aid services

Trained medical personnel will be on site for the event.  Please ensure you provide accurate medical and emergency contact details when registering.

Water Safety

Our event locations are staffed by some pf the best water people in the country, SLSC’s and water safety professionals will be on hand throughout the duration of ‘The Swim’. If at any time you feel that you are in trouble either raise your hand and wave to a water safety official or hold onto one of the water safety craft.