The Spring Coogee Island Challenge is back for the start of the season and is being held on November 27, 2022 after a massive event last year. Please read through this important information about how the event will be run on the day.
Pre-Race Preparation
Whilst the event is being held in spring, we recommend you bring warm clothes with you for when waiting at the start and at the end of your swim.
Coogee’s parking is limited and has pay by the hour meters so we recommend using public transport if at all possible.
Event Day Registration
On arrival to Coogee Beach, make your way to the registration tables located on the sand in the centre of the beach. This is where you will collect your swim cap and timing chip.
Swim Times & Arrival to Beach
Start Time Event ARRIVE BETWEEN
07:30am Registration Desks Open From 7:30am
08:30am 800m Junior Dash 7:45-8:15am
09:15am 1km Splash n Dash 8:30-9:00am
10:00am 2.4k Coogee Island Challenge 9:15-9:45am
Marshalls will direct you to the Competitors Only area near the start line at the northern end of the beach.
The race start will likely be run in groups of 3 swimmers every 3-5 seconds as we did in December 2021 however, this may change back to age group starts. This is yet to be determined by the event organisers.
Prizes
Prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed swimmers along with teams of 4 for each of the 3 swim events.
Winner Presentations
Prize presentations will take place at the Coogee Surf Life Saving Club at the southern end of the beach and commencing from 12 midday.
We recommend you follow the Coogee Island Challenge Facebook page and Instagram account to stay up to date with the latest event information.