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Racing swims are challenges you can do competitively or simply for your own satisfaction. Eligible racing events contribute to event placings and series standings. SwimXperiences are more relaxed, enjoyment-focused activities and do not earn race placing or series points.

Choose between 2 and 5 eligible race locations in either the LONG or MID series. LONG and MID distances cannot be mixed in a single pass. Visit the Multi-Pass page to compare current entry prices and savings.

No. SwimXperiences, OceanKids and other ineligible distances are entered individually. The Multi-Pass is for eligible LONG or MID racing swims at different series locations.

The early-purchase merchandise promotion closed for new qualifying passes on 1 September 2026. The discounts available now are the entry-fee savings shown in the current calculator. If you purchased earlier, refer to the terms attached to your original offer.

Browse individual racing swims to choose an event and distance. For changes to an existing Race Roster registration, sign in to your Race Roster account or contact the Ocean Swim team using the contact page.

Refund and transfer eligibility is determined by the event conditions and the protection selected when registering. Please review the published terms and contact the team before assuming an entry can be transferred or refunded.

No. The on-page savings comparison refers to swim entry fees. Ferry fares, booking or merchant fees, paid merchandise and postage are separate where applicable. Check the event details before checkout.

Each individual event page has the latest location information, parking advice, arrival requirements and race briefing. Read the final briefing and weather updates before travelling. Find your event here.

Racing swimmers self-seed into an appropriate starting wave using their expected swim time, rather than selecting a cap colour. Wave allocation and any event-specific instructions are confirmed in the race briefing.

The Roberton Island Hop uses event-specific ferry arrangements. Refer to the Bay of Islands event page and registration instructions for ferry tickets, boarding times and transport details. Availability may be limited.

Ocean safety is the priority. Event organisers monitor conditions and may change the course, timing or event arrangements. Check your email and the event briefing for the latest official updates before race day.

Wetsuit rules depend on the swim distance, category and event conditions. The Ocean Swim team is not offering a wetsuit-hire service for the 2026/27 season. You can explore available wetsuits and check each event briefing for applicable gear rules.

Minimum ages depend on the specific course. For swims of 2 km or longer, participants must be at least 12 on event day, and a course may have a higher minimum. Check the selected distance's conditions before entering.

We welcome questions from swimmers with disabilities or impairments. Please contact the Ocean Swim team ahead of the event to discuss your needs and any reasonable arrangements.

For eligible LONG or MID series swims, the season standings use your best three qualifying results from the five series locations. You must complete at least three eligible swims in the same series category to qualify. End-of-season age-group medals are presented at Lake Karāpiro based on the final standings.

Absolutely. The racing events are open to swimmers who simply want the challenge or the experience. You can focus on your own swim without any pressure to compete for series placings.

Depending on your event and category, recognition may include medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd age-group placings and event spot prizes. Participants completing swims under 1,000 m, including OceanKids, are offered finisher ribbons. Check your event briefing for confirmed awards and prize arrangements.

Times and placings are shown once the event's official results have been checked and published. Visit the Results & Photos hub and choose the season and event.

Oceans of Fame celebrates the total number of Ocean Swim Series swims a person has completed across the years, not kilometres swum in one event or season. Milestones are 25, 50, 75 and 100 swims. Discover the swimmers and search the register.

No. They are slower-paced, enjoyment-first adventures rather than points-scoring races. They allow time to appreciate the location and the company of other swimmers. Explore the SwimXperiences page for current opportunities.

Roberton Island Hop on 30 January 2027 is part of the racing series. Other guided experiences, such as the Whenuakura Journey, are separate and do not score racing points.

Event photo galleries are linked from the Photos page and individual event pages when available. Photos are hosted in the Ocean Swim SmugMug gallery. Before the event, an event-specific gallery link may not yet exist.

Visit the Ocean Journal for news and @nzoceanswim on Instagram for event photos, stories and videos.