Besides the beach, Point Leo is all about soaking up the natural surroundings, so if you’re after something more bustling, take a short drive to Red Hill. Known for its charming wineries and scenic spots, Red Hill is perfect for a relaxed day trip.

For a bite closer to the beach, head to Merricks General Wine Store, where you can enjoy a cozy meal featuring local produce. Alternatively, head over to the Point Leo Estate for something special, with incredible coastal views and fine dining options.

Parking is available in the Point Leo Surf Lifesaving Club car park or in the Point Leo Reserve for $4 per car

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1.2km Point Leo Swim Classic

• Junior Cadet (12-U16)
• Senior Cadet (16-U19)
• Open (19-29)
• Masters (30-39)
• Senior (40-49)
• Veterans (50-59)
• Legends (60-69)
• Heros (70+)

Balnarring & District Community Bank 2.5 km Challenge

• There will be no separate age categories for the 2.5km challenge.

400m Nipper Swim

• 8 – U10
• U12
• U14

400m Novice Swim

• 14 – 70+

Paton Estate Agents 4km Beach Run

• Nipper 8 – U12
• Junior Cadet 12-U16
• Senior Cadet 16-U19
• Open 19+
• Male and female place-getters will receive a medal in each age category

A complimentary t-shirt will be given to participants on a first in, best dressed scenario (excluding those in the 400m Nipper & Novice Swim).

1. In an emergency a swimmer will raise an arm overhead & call for or seek assistance. Once official assistance is rendered, the swimmer must retire from the race.
2. Swimmers must be 12 years or older on the day of the event to compete in the Point Leo Swim Classic.
3. Participants are not permitted to enter both the Nipper/Novice Swim and the Point Leo Swim Classic.
4. Swimmers registered in the Point Leo Swim Classic are permitted to swim in only one age group.
5. Swimmers may use any stroke to propel themselves and may tread water or float.
6. Swimmers must start in the wave corresponding with their cap colour given to them at registration.
7. A swimmer must be wearing the approved swim cap given to them at registration to start their swim.
8. A swimmer must be wearing the transponder given to them at registration at all times during the swim.
9. A swimmer shall not wear artificial propulsion devices of any kind including, but not limited to, fins, paddles, floatation devices or buoyancy suits of any kind. Wetsuits are allowed.
10. A swimmer shall not dive under swim bouys
11. Standing on the bottom shall not disqualify a swimmer.
12. The referee’s decision is final.

Each competitor will be issued with a transponder which they will be required to wear around their ankle at all times during the race. It is the responsibility of competitors to ensure the transponders are securely fastened to them prior to entering the water.