Events

Staggered starts a positive legacy of unprecedented times

The best consumer-focused initiative for ocean swimmers to come out of the pandemic has been staggered starts, with more innovation by event organisers welcome.

Two buddies take on SwimRun Bay of Islands

After a bold decision to register for the 2019 Bay of Island Swimrun, Oliver and Clemont find themselves riding a rollercoaster of emotions as they take on the mammoth challenge.

Shane Gould: My top five favourite things at Ocean Swim Fiji

Having experienced Ocean Swim Fiji for herself in 2019, Shane shares her favourite things about ocean swimming in this special place.

Respecting the toothless tiger

Taking on big and rough looking surf conditions at an event can be tough, but you shouldn’t be making it harder on yourself by forgetting some of the basics of surf navigation.

How to navigate a swim course when the conditions are against you

Learn how to navigate an event swim course efficiently when strong winds, choppy water and persistent swell are working against you.

Ironwoman Courtney Hancock shares her tips on how to prepare for an ocean swim race

Ahead of the Aussie Ocean Swim, three-time Coolangatta Gold winner Courtney Hancock shares her tips on how to prepare for an ocean swim race.

Reality check: Does your confidence match your ability?

The ocean is a great and powerful leveller, are you giving it the respect it deserves?

There are no losers, “Winning is doing”

Jane asks “what is winning?” on her journey to enjoy every moment of her new ocean swimming lifestyle.

Swimmers showing off their medals at the Cole Classic

How to swim your best at the Cole Classic

To help you ease your anxiety, boost your confidence and swim your best on the day we’ve put together these pre, during & post Cole Classic swim tips.

How to stay relaxed on ‘race day’

It’s totally normal to feel anxious on the day of an event, but how do you keep these feelings under control?

How to start an ocean swim fast or slow

Learn how to start an ocean swim slow and social, or fast and furious for the win.

Angus Scott: Road blocks are only as effective as you perceive them to be

How undergoing heart surgery at the ripe age of 33 set off an epiphany that would lead to lofty open water swimming goals.

How a simple registration system can increase attendance at your event

Event organisers, learn how a smooth and painless event registration process can increase attendance and create a positive buzz for your ocean swim.

“Have a go. Get in and do it!” Jane’s motto after life-changing ocean swims

On Jane’s 50th birthday her life changed, she discovered the body image movement and ocean swimming for physical and mental health.

Helicopter to watch over Rottnest Island channel swimmers

Swimmers participating in the 2019 Rottnest Channel Swim will be supported with additional safety measures, including a dedicated event helicopter.

The changing face of sport events participants: It’s competitor Jim, but not as we know him

What is the ‘typical’ ocean swim participant look like and how does this affect the way organisers design and market their events?

Ocean swimmers swimming in the open water as seen from above

Tide’s in for aquatic events – what’s the salty secret?

The three major trends that should be on the radar for every event organiser, or sponsor, looking to maximise the appetite for ocean events.

Stanwell Park Ocean Challenge set for return in 2019

If you crave big ocean swimming highs then you’re in luck this season with the return of the Stanwell Park Ocean Challenge on Saturday 3 March 2019.

Review: How we took on the inaugural Swimrun Australia

OceanFit’s Andre & Jules took on the inaugural SwimRun Australia and lived to tell the tale and provide tips for others taking it on in the future.

The finish is right behind you

The Hawaiians say ‘never turn your back on the ocean’, and that advice rings true for finishing ocean swims.

Top 5 tips for taking on an ocean swim, by three-time Olympian Michael Klim

Thanks to the Noosa Summer Swim, we have three-time Olympian Michael Klim’s top five tips for taking on an ocean swim!

10 ocean swimming event tips for first time ocean swimmers

Ocean swimming events are fun, challenging… and a little scary! Make your first ocean swim event a day to remember with these 10 event tips.

Weizhen has Cole Classic medal in sight to thank donor after transplant

After a liver transplant due to a genetic condition called Polycystic Liver Disease, Weizhen Zhou has set her sights on completing the Cole Classic. This is her story of teaching herself how to swim, 4am wake-up’s and taking on the ocean with OceanFit.