Darwin's Fannie Bay Swim Classic is the only open water ocean swim in Darwin and provides a social and community occasion that is focused on the healthy sport of swimming. A major focus of the day is to encourage awareness that swimming is a lifelong sport and exercise, participation and competition is available for all age groups. In 2019 there were 250 competitors, this is Darwin SLSC largest fundraising event of the year.
Entrants can choose from a 1.2km or 2.1km course from East Point to the Trailer Boat Club. Minimum age 13yo
All proceeds go to Darwin Surf Life Saving Club
to continue their valuable lifesaving service to the community
Race Start: 10:00am
Long Course 2.1km - Pee Wee's below restaurant
Short Course 1.2km - Lake Alexander entrance
both courses will finish at The Darwin Trailer Boat Club
7.30-9.00am: Numbering and Singlet pick up
9.15am: One compulsory RACE BRIEFING near the Toilet block opposite Lake Alexander
10:00am: Race start
Swimmers to make their own way to the start line
There will be a container for shoes/thongs to go from the two start lines to the finish line
YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO SWIM IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 9.00am
$55 Early bird registrations - online only (closes 26 June at 12noon)
Maximum 250 entries. Entries are capped to maintain water safety ratios.
Singlets to first 150 registrations and only available for collection on the day at numbering from 7.30am
NO refunds
NO name swaps after registration if you can no longer participate
Swimsuit Rules
You must comply to the following swimsuit rules to be eligible for medals.
Acceptable (non-swim-aid) swimsuits:
Fun Category
This is a fun event where competitors can use fins, snorkels, wetsuits, pull buoys.
This category is not eligible for medals.
You can wear whatever swimsuit you desire if you register for the Fun Category only.
Presentations
Presentations will be held after the last competitor finishes at the Darwin Trailer Boat Club
Long Course: First Age category, Male and Female
Short Course: First, second, and third, Male and Female
LUCKY DOOR PRIZES
2019 photos can be found on the Darwin SLSC facebook page. Click here.
ALL LONG COURSE Results 2005 - 2019
