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Sun, 26 Apr 2026

South Maroubra Beach, Maroubra NSW

Ocean Swim

500m, 1km & 2.5km

Triple Crown Ocean Swim Series

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Sun, 26 Apr 2026

South Maroubra Ocean Swim

South Maroubra SLSC

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Sun, 26 Apr 2026

South Maroubra Beach, Maroubra NSW

Ocean Swim

500m, 1km & 2.5km

Around The Buoys

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Why this event?

Where the après is as awesome as the swim

The South Maroubra Ocean Swim is the ultimate season-closer, your last salty hurrah before hanging up the togs (or doubling down on winter swims). Set at one of Sydney’s classic southern beaches, this swim wraps up the summer calendar with a bang.

Part of the Triple Crown Series, it’s a crowd favourite for good reason: friendly finish-line vibes, crisp autumn water, and a beach buzzing with post-swim banter and celebrations. The South Maroubra SLSC knows how to put on a day, expect warm welcomes, solid water safety, and a community atmosphere that hits all the right notes.

Choose your challenge: the short and sharp 500m, a cruisy 1km, or the longer 2.5km loop around the bay. The course is open, spacious, and scenic, with enough swell to make it fun but manageable.

And when you’re done? There’s live music, prize giveaways, hot food, and that unbeatable feeling of stretching out on the sand, soaking up the sun with your swim crew. Whether you’re wrapping up your first ocean swim season or your fiftieth, this is the perfect way to go out on a high.

On the day

What's on offer

500m Ocean Swim

9 years

A short and fun hit-out for younger swimmers or anyone dipping their toes into ocean swimming for the first time. This 500m course is perfect for beginners and speedsters alike, whether you’re nine years old or just new to the game. Set close to shore with plenty of support, it’s a great way to build confidence and experience the buzz of an ocean swim. Expect smiles at the finish and maybe a new addiction to the saltwater life.

1km Ocean Swim

12 years

Ideal for intermediate swimmers or those building up their saltwater confidence, this 1km course is a classic hit-out at one of Sydney’s best-loved beaches. Starting from the south end of Maroubra Beach, swimmers head out through the break, arc north along a rectangular course, then turn back toward the surf club and the cheers on shore. Expect shifting banks, a few playful gutters, and just enough wave action to keep things interesting. It’s a fun, dynamic swim with plenty of room to find your rhythm.

2km Ocean Swim

12 years

This long-course adventure is all about finding your flow. Starting at South Maroubra, swimmers head out and along the rugged Malabar Headland before making a sweeping turn north. You’ll track back in line with Maroubra SLSC, then swim across the bay toward South Maroubra for a final turn and dash to shore. With reef glimpses, rolling water, and that wild ocean feel Maroubra is known for, this single-lap swim is a satisfying challenge for confident swimmers keen to wrap up their season on a high.

Plot your course

*The courses on this map are approximate; the final courses on the day may differ

What to expect in the water

South Maroubra is a big, wide-open beach with clear water, punchy waves, and plenty of space. The beach faces southeast, offering clean conditions most autumn mornings. In April, the water stays warm at 21–23°C.

The swim courses run in a rectangle out from the beach, looping around buoys with plenty of room to move.

Swimmer essentials

Wetsuits are welcome. The swimsuits all levels, with short and long options supported by surf lifesavers and IRBs. Expect a little swell and wave navigation, just enough to make it fun.

What’s on when

7:30 am – Registrations, collection of caps and timing chips (Location: South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Clubhouse – level 1 – Heritage Room)
8:20 am – Competitor Briefing (Heritage Room)
8:30 am – 500m swim start
9:15 am – 1km swim start
10:30 am – 2.5km swim start
12:00 pm – Presentations

Prepare for this event

Have A Go: 1km Training Program
Whether you’re coming back after a long break or you’re completely new to swimming, we’ll help you prepare for your 1km swim. Learn more

Up The Ante: 2km Training Program
Step up in distance with this training program designed to build you up & guide you all the way to the finish. Learn more

Learn online with the OceanFit Academy or join a hands-on ocean clinic to improve your surf and open water skills.

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Getting there & around

There’s free parking along Marine Parade and nearby side streets, but it fills up fast, especially if the sun’s shining. Arrive early to nab a spot, or better yet, carpool with your swim crew. The beach is easy to find, with clear signage and the South Maroubra SLSC located right at the southern end of the beach.

Public transport is a solid option. Buses regularly run from Central Station, Bondi Junction, and surrounding suburbs, with stops just a short walk from the beach. Routes like the 395, 396, 397 and 399 all get you close, with the 396 dropping you right near the surf club.

If you’re coming from out of town, take the train to Central, then jump on a bus heading to Maroubra Beach, it’s an easy, breezy ride to the sand. With traffic and parking always a bit of a lucky dip, public transport can often be the stress-free winner.

South Maroubra Beach

Maroubra NSW, Australia

While you're there

Stick around after your swim for South Maroubra’s famous surf club BBQ, sausages sizzling, live music playing, and plenty of post-swim banter in the sun. It’s the kind of community vibe that makes this event more than just a swim.

For a top-tier coffee and pastry combo, pop into The Grumpy Baker (locals swear by the cinnamon scrolls). Want something heartier? Head up to Pool Café or Chalk Espresso for brunch, think avo toast, big brekkies, and excellent coffee.

Feeling active? Walk it off along the Malabar Headland National Park track, a stunning coastal path with sweeping views from South Maroubra to Malabar. Or keep it mellow and spread out on the grassy reserve with a post-swim picnic.

If you’re bringing the kids, there’s a playground nearby, and the gentle rock pools at the southern end of the beach are perfect for sandy little adventures.
From swim to feed to stroll, South Maroubra dishes up the full ocean swimming experience, salty, sunny, and seriously fun.