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The ocean’s calling, and Sydney’s swim season is shaping up to be one of the best yet. Whether you’re diving in for your first kilometre or chasing that next endurance milestone, there’s a race with your name on it. The water’s warm, the beaches are buzzing, and there’s no better time to find your rhythm between the flags.
From Palm Beach to Bondi, Sydney’s 2026 summer calendar is packed with iconic swims that capture the spirit of the season. Start small with the Barney Mullins Classic at Freshie or take on the legendary
Big Swim from Palm Beach to Whale Beach. Feeling brave? The Cole Classic in Manly is your moment, with thousands of swimmers, golden sand, and a festival atmosphere that’s pure summer.
Whatever your pace, there’s a start line waiting for you. And the best way to get there? Train with purpose.
That’s where NS Aquatics comes in. Their structured swim squads are tailored for ocean conditions, helping swimmers build the fitness and confidence needed to handle everything from calm seas to challenging surf. Every session is designed to refine technique, improve pacing, and strengthen endurance, the key ingredients for open-water success.
Training with NS Aquatics also means joining a supportive crew of like-minded swimmers. The energy is motivating, the coaching is hands-on, and the atmosphere is built around steady improvement. Whether you’re training for your first kilometre or a five-kilometre challenge, you’ll have expert guidance every step
of the way.
What sets NS Aquatics apart is their focus on building the right foundation for open-water swimming. Every session develops strength, stamina, and stroke efficiency, helping you move through the water with ease and confidence. By fine-tuning your breathing, pacing, and endurance in a controlled environment, you’ll be better prepared for whatever conditions the ocean brings.
Make This Summer Your Strongest Yet.
Join NS Aquatics and train with purpose. Build endurance, sharpen technique, and gain the ocean confidence to take on any swim from Manly to Palm Beach. Book your spot today and get ready to
own your next start line.
2026 Summer swim Calendar
Sun 25 Jan 2026
Macquarie Bank
The Big Swim
Palm Beach to Whale Beach: 2.8 km
McGrath Pittwater
Big Little Swim: 1 km
Beginners event at
Palm Beach
Sun 1 Feb 2026
Cole Classic
Manly to Shelly Beach:
1 km, 2 km, 5 km (+10 km)
Sydney’s most iconic ocean swim, the Cole Classic brings festival vibes and community spirit to swimmers of all levels.
Sun 8 Feb 2026
Barney Mullins
Swim Classic
Freshwater Beach: 1.5 km
A relaxed community swim honouring surf legend Barney Mullins, celebrating local spirit and surf culture in true Freshie style.
Sun 15 Mar 2026
Avalon Beach Surf Swims
Avalon Beach:
1.2 km and 2.5 km.
A scenic community swim with a laid-back coastal vibe, offering the perfect mix of fun, fitness, and Northern Beaches spirit.
Out of the Beaches
Sun 22 Feb 2026
Bondi Blue
Water Challenge
Bondi Beach: 500 m – 2 km
swim + 2 km / 4 km run.
A fun and fitness-focused event combining ocean swims with soft-sand runs, perfect for those chasing
a challenge and a great
day at Bondi.
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