Whale Beach SLSC The Big Swim

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Whale Beach SLSC The Big Swim raceroster.com
Date 31 Jan, 2027
Races 3 distances
Entry fee $42.97 – $82.97
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Whale Beach SLSC The Big Swim

About the event

Whale Beach SLSC presents an exhilarating open water swim on January 31, 2027, along the pristine coastline of Whale Beach. Nestled against the backdrop of rolling dunes and sparkling ocean waters, this race offers swimmers a unique blend of natural beauty and competitive spirit.
Participants will embark on a course that winds through the crystal-clear waters off the beach, where visibility is often exceptional due to calm conditions. The swim route is designed for all skill levels, with clear buoys marking each turn. Swimmers can expect to be surrounded by marine life as they glide through the water, making it an unforgettable experience.
The atmosphere at Whale Beach SLSC is vibrant and supportive, with enthusiastic crowds cheering from the shore. Safety boats will patrol the course throughout the event, ensuring a secure environment for all participants. After crossing the finish line, swimmers can enjoy refreshments and celebrate their achievement in the post-race area.
This race not only celebrates the beauty of Whale Beach but also supports local charity initiatives through entry fees collected by oceanswims.com, which handles registration and promotional activities for the event. Join us on January 31, 2027, to take part in a swim that combines athleticism with community spirit.

Races offered

31Jan

Big Swim (2.8km)

Water sports

Distance
1K
Start time
00:00
Entry fee
$67.97
31Jan

Little Big Swim & Big Swim Combo

Water sports

Distance
Little Big Swim & Big Swim Combo
Start time
00:00
Entry fee
$82.97
31Jan

Little Big Swim (1km)

Water sports

Distance
1K
Start time
00:00
Entry fee
$42.97

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for January in Palm Beach.

Temperature19.4° / 25.1°
Feels like19.2° / 25.1°
Sunshine hours10h 40m
Rainfall4.6 mm
Snowfall—
Wind14.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity77.7%
Max UV indexLow (2.0)
Sweat lossHigh
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise06:00
Sunset20:06

About Palm Beach

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Palm Beach is a suburb in the Northern Beaches of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Palm Beach is located 41 kilometres (25 mi) north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Northern Beaches Council. Palm Beach sits on a peninsula at the end of Barrenjoey Road near Pittwater and is the northernmost beach in the Greater Sydney Metropolitan area. The population of Palm Beach was 1,593 as at the 2016 census.

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