Swimmer Categories & Documents
Swim Marathon
Swimmer Category Descriptions:
- Solo Swimmers:
- Solo swimmers swim the 25 kilometer distance individually – no wetsuits are allowed.
- Note: Registration does not guarantee acceptance. Solo applicants must complete a 6 hour open water qualifier swim and medical examination for acceptance. The SWIM Committee reviews and approves applicants based on completion of documentation and swim experience.
- Two Person Relay:
- Comprised of two swimmers who alternate 1/2 hour legs – no wetsuits are allowed.
- Note: Both swimmers must complete the 4 hour open water qualifier swim and medical examination for acceptance.
- Never Alone:
- Comprised of three (3) pairs of swimmers who swim 1/2 hour legs, representing that you are never alone when you are battling cancer – no wetsuits are allowed.
- Team Relay:
- Teams of 4-6 swimmers who swim 15-30 minute legs in a set order. Team Captain selects the swim category. Captain will invite teammates to register under the team name chosen.
- Traditional: Wetsuits allowed.
- Classic: No wetsuits allowed.
- University Challenge: College & University students. Wetsuits allowed.
- Corporate Challenge: Business and corporate partners. Wetsuits allowed.
Please Note
- Solo Swimmers:
- Registration does not guarantee acceptance.
- Solo applicants must complete a 6 hour open water qualifier swim and medical examination for acceptance.
- The SWIM Committee reviews and approves applicants based on completion of documentation and swim experience.
- Two Person Relay:
- Registration does not guarantee acceptance.
- Both swimmers must complete a 4 hour open water qualifier swim and medical examination for acceptance.
- The SWIM Committee reviews and approves applicants based on completion of documentation and swim experience.
Registration Documents
DEADLINE FOR ALL SWIMMER REGISTRATION IS THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026, or EARLIER AT THE DISCRETION OF THE SWIM COMMITTEE BASED ON RESOURCES.
DEADLINE FOR ALL SOLO AND TWO-PERSON RELAY PAPERWORK IS JULY 11, 2026!
You may download applications for further information from the list below: