The Dorsal Club 2 Club returns for its 2026 edition on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in the coastal town of Forster, New South Wales. Co-organised by the Forster Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) and Cape Hawke SLSC, this open-water swimming event offers a range of distances to accommodate both novice swimmers and long-distance endurance athletes. The races are staged against the beautiful backdrop of Forster Main Beach, with registration and promotion managed by the oceanswims.com platform to support the local charity event organisers.
| Swim Category | Distance | Start Time | Minimum Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ironperson/Long Distance | 3.8 km | 8:00 AM (approx.) | 14+ Years |
| Intermediate Swim | 500 m | 8:00 AM (approx.) | 10+ Years |
| Short Course/Junior | 250 m | 8:00 AM (approx.) | 8+ Years |
Participation and Logistics
The event transitions between the local surf life saving clubs, providing a community-centric atmosphere at Forster Main Beach. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for check-in and safety briefings, as the ocean conditions will be monitored by professional life savers. The various distances ensure that families and seasoned competitors can all participate. For the 3.8km long-distance swim, a higher level of fitness and open-water experience is recommended. As of current updates, there are 24 participants registered, making for a focused and competitive field across the age brackets.
Registration and Fees
Registration remains active online through March 28, 2026. While the 250m and 500m swim tiers maintain consistent entry pricing until the event date, the 3.8km swim features a price increase for race-day registration. All entries are subject to a standard service fee which directly subsidises the charity management services provided by the event platform. For additional information regarding the specific swim route between the clubs or safety protocols, participants can visit the official Forster SLSC website or the oceanswims.com listing.
Mar 29, 2026
Distance — 250m
Type — Water sports
08:00
A$12.97
Mar 29, 2026
Distance — 3km
Type — Water sports
08:00
A$52.97
Mar 29, 2026
Distance — 500m
Type — Water sports
08:00
A$17.97
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Forster.
Learn more about the host city, Forster.
Forster/Tuncurry is a town on the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales
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