2026 BOWS 10km Classic Marathon Swim
The BOWS 10km Solo Classic Marathon Swim also caters for 5km and 2.5km solos in both wetsuit and non-wetsuit categories.
You can use this event to assist in qualifying you for various events like 'U24', 'Rotto', 'Port 2 Pub', Great Keppel Island, etc., as long as you wear FINA-approved swimwear. NOTE: buoyancy shorts DO count as wetsuit attire
| When: | Sunday, 11th January 2026 | |
| Registration: | Check-in 45mins before your swim start time | |
| Swim Start Times: | 10km 7:00am Non-Wetsuit | 7:10am Wetsuit |
| 5km 7:30am Non-Wetsuit |
7:40am Wetsuit |
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| 2.5km 8:00am Non-Wetsuit | 8:10am Wetsuit |
Cut Off Times: 10km swimmers, need to commence 4th lap by 3hrs 5mins AFTER 10km non-wetsuit start time
Presentation: Solo 10km swimmers non-wetsuit category will be eligible for the Melissa Roberts Perpetual Trophies (1st male and female)
As part of registration, you will receive: 1 tshirt, 1 swim cap, 1 BBQ Breakfast
Coffee will be available from 6am for $5. Cash and card accepted.
Please read Event Terms & Waiver HERE AND Cancellation Policy HERE before booking. NOTE: Refunds are not available.
VENUE:
10 Cerberus Way
Black Rock Victoria 3193
Map of the course
2.5km loop
10km = 4 laps
5km = 2 laps
2.5km = 1 lap

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