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Race Conditions & Rules
The general rules of the event shall be governed by Masters Swimming Rules.
The Event
The event begins with a walk from Woodman Point Jetty northwards to Coogee Beach Jetty. 750m swimmers will stop half way and the 1500m swimmers will proceed to Coogee Beach Jetty. Both groups of swimmers start simultaneaously and finish at the Woodman Point Jetty.
Safety
Water safety will be provided by Coogee Beach Surf Lifesaving Club and other land support/first aid will be provided by St John Ambulance.
Race Conditions
- The event is open to all swimmers
- Only well prepared and medically fit swimmers should enter
- Swimmers must not wear jewellery or watches
- Swimming aids (such as wet suits or snorkles) may be worn, but swimmers will be ineligible for all prizes (except for spot prizes)
- Wearing of race caps provided is compulsory and race caps must be worn over the finish line
- The event is open to participants of all standards and age groups so swimmers should exercise due caution when approaching slower swimmers on the course
- Slower swimmers should endeavour to start further back at the start lines to allow faster swimmers to swim away from the start lines first
- As much of the race is conducted in shallow water, no forward diving or walking is permitted. Swimmers may stand to rest but should only continue by resuming swimming from a standing start
- Any swimmer experiencing any difficulty should raise an arm to attract the attention of safety and support personnel. Alternatively, swimmers may walk from the water directly on to the beach
- Any swimmer withdrawing from the event should report to a race official as soon as possible so all swimmers may be accounted for
Please note that there are No Pets Allowed in the Woodman Point Reserve.