The MSWA Albany Swim, now in its 13th year, is a family-friendly event that brings our vibrant regional community together for an unforgettable day at the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre. Teams compete in an eight-hour marathon swim, pushing their limits to cover the longest distance in support of West Aussies living with neurological conditions. By getting a team together and participating in our swim, you are helping to make a lasting impact and help our Clients focus on life, not limits.
This fundraising event is for all ages and abilities, and we would love to welcome a team from the Albany Surf Club to be part of it this year.
How it works:
- Get a team together:
Form your dream team with family, friends, or colleagues and take on the ultimate swim challenge. Nominate a team captain who will coordinate the swimming roster on the day! (Swimmers do not need to be there for the full 8 hours; they are welcome to come and go.)
Register here: https://mswaswim.org.au/
- Keep the water alive:
Teams must always have one swimmer in the water for the duration of the event. All swimming styles (including doggy paddle!) and swimming aids are allowed. (No diving in the shallow end)
- Count your laps:
On the day, each team will be given a tally sheet to record how many laps you’re making over the eight hours. At the end of the day, the team that recorded the longest distance wins!
- HAVE FUN!
It’s also more than just a day of swimming! We’ve got exciting competitions and activities lined up to keep everyone engaged— including a thrilling inflatable race, which is simply for fun!
Prizes are awarded to the Highest Individual Fundraiser, the Highest Team Fundraisers, and Team Most Laps Swum.
We also supply refreshments on the hour to keep everyone energised.