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.
Swim Marathon Registration

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.