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14/12/2024 |
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South Beach, Fremantle |
About:
The swim was first held in 1922 and was won by 14-year-old, Maisie Boyle, who we proudly include as part of the swim's logo. The Fremantle Ports Swim Thru is an annual event which forms part of the WA Masters Swimming, WOW Open Water Swim series, "the community swim series for all." The swim offers 3 distances: 3.2km, 1.6km and a Try-it 250m.
1.6km:
This classic event is open to all swimmers 11 years of age and over, with the swimming ability to be able to complete 1 lap of the 1.6km ocean swim safely and within a reasonable time. The fastest male and female for this event will get their names engraved on the Masie Boyle Trophy.
3.2km:
This 3.2km challenge is open to all swimmers 12 years of age and over, with the swimming ability to be able to swim two laps of the 1.6km course to complete the 3.2km ocean swim safely and within a reasonable time.
250m Try-It Swim:
Non-competitive/introductory swim over 250m course for swimmers 8 years of age and over and new to open water swimming. Guides will accompany swimmers.
ENTRY FEES
- Early bird (closes midnight 27th October): 1.6km or 3.2km Fremantle Ports Swim - $35
- From 28th October: 1.6km or 3.2km Fremantle Ports Swim - $45
- Late registrations/on race day prior to 7.15am - $55
- Try-it Swim Thru - $15
TIMETABLE
| 6:30am | Registrations Open | | 7:15am | Late registrations close | | 7:30am | All other registrations close - no exceptions | | 7:45am | Mandatory Race Briefing | | 8:00am | Race Commences | | 9:30am | Presentations near the Rotunda at Southern end of South Beach Park |
WATER
Keep hydrated on the day and be plastic free, BYO your own water bottle to re-fill using the available water bubbler.
ASSISTANCE
Assistance will be available for any swimmer who requires assistance to get from the water to the beach. Please notify the Event Organiser at race day registration.
WETSUITS/OTHER SWIM EQUIPMENT/JEWELLERY
Wetsuits may be worn for all events but wearers will not be eligible for prizes.
Flippers/fins are not permitted
Swimmers must not wear any heavy jewellery as it poses a risk to other swimmers. Light-weight sports watches (e.g. fitbits) are permitted.
CANCELLATION/REFUNDS:
The event may be cancelled on short notice, including on the day of the event, due to various concerns including, but not limited to severe weather or safety concerns. In such an event refunds will not be made.
SUN BLOCK - DONATIONS TO St PATS
If you have any spare bottles of sun block, please bring them down to the beach to donate to St Pats. |
Organiser:
The Fremantle Masters Swimming Club (Freo Fins)
Swim Thru Coordinator
0438 948 449
For more information on the Fins Masters Swim Club or the swim event head to: http://www.freofins.com/swimthruhtml or freoportsswimthru@gmail.com.
Instagram:
Follow Fremantle Ports Swim Thru on Instagram
Facebook:
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Internet:
http://www.freofins.com/swimthruhtml |
e-mail:
freoportsswimthru@gmail.com |
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HOW TO ENTER:
You need to scroll down to the bottom of this page and click the "Next" button on the right hand side to continue.
Then you select the distance you wish to enter and complete the entry form.
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SWIMMER BRIEFING AND PRE-RACE INFO:
Download Swimmer Briefing Document
Download pre-race info here
Download FAQ here
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LOCATION & PARKING:
South Beach, South Fremantle.
Access is via South Terrace & Douro Rd. Parking is available on Wilson Park at end of South Terrace. UBD Map 345 Q3.
Wilson Park will be opened for parking for the event only. The park entrance & exit will be locked after the event. Those parking on Wilson Park must leave the area by 11.45am, no exceptions.
Click here for South Beach Map.
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FOOD AND BEVERAGES:
- South Beach Cafe are offering 50c off any coffee or drinks for participants - just show your race no.
- A Wild Bakery van will also be on site selling food and beverages.
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SPONSORS:
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ENTRIES CLOSE:
Online entries close midnight Thursday 12th December 2024. Late entry will be available on race day at the venue until 7:15am (if the event is not sold out prior to race day).
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