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Welcome to the
38th Rip View Swim Classic
Wednesday 30 December 2026
Held annually at Point Lonsdale on the Bellarine Peninsula, the Rip View Swim Classic is one of Victoria’s favourite open water swim events. With distances of 600m, 1.4km, and 3.8km, our course offers clean, shallow waters protected from ocean swell, perfect for swimmers of all levels.
Timed with the ebbing tide, swimmers enjoy a natural tow along the course, making for fast times and big smiles. The event is known for its high safety ratio, small age groupings, well-marked course, and friendly volunteers.
All swims hug the shoreline with buoys on swimmers’ right for easy pacing. Each year, over 1,000 participants take part, including elite Ironmen, Ironwomen, and national-level swimmers.
It’s a fun, family-friendly day of fitness by the sea, just a short drive from Melbourne, Geelong, or the Surf Coast.
Event Categories and Age Eligibility
Your age on 30 December 2026 (the day of the swim) determines which events you are eligible to enter.
Event | Age Eligibility |
600m Groyne to Groyne Youth Swim | 10–15 years |
600m Groyne to Groyne Open Swim | 16 years and over |
1.4km Swim | 12 years and over |
3.8km Swim | 16 years and over |
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
1.4 km Rip View Swim Classic Opening soon
Registration opens in 5 hours 33 seconds-
The Rip View Classic 1.4km – Our Original and Blue-Ribbon Event This is the swim that started it all. Following the picturesque shoreline of the Point Lonsdale Bight, the course runs from the “Springs” car park to the iconic “Swings” on Point Lonsdale’s main beach. It’s a crowd favourite and a must-do on the open water swim calendar—loved for its scenery, vibe, and fast, tide-assisted conditions. Whether you're chasing a PB or ticking off a bucket list swim, the 1.6km Classic is a summer highlight not to be missed.
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A$70.00
Early Bird
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A$82.00
Standard
Dec 1 – Dec 30
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3.8km Rip View Swim Challenge Opening soon
Registration opens in 5 hours 33 seconds-
The RVSC 3.8km Challenge – Our Premier Distance Event A true test for experienced open water swimmers and a firm favourite among the triathlon community. The course begins at Santa Casa Beach, just outside Queenscliff, and follows the shallow, scenic shoreline of the Queenscliff–Lonsdale spit. Swimmers pass the “Springs” car park (the start of our 1.4km event), before joining the main Rip View Swim Classic course and finishing on the Point Lonsdale front beach. Carefully timed to make the most of tide assistance, this swim offers the chance to clock a fast time on a unique, point-to-point course. Entries are capped, so secure your spot early—this is one challenge you won’t want to miss!
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A$105.00
Early Bird
Oct 31 – Dec 1 -
A$117.00
Standard Pricing
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600m Groyne2Groyne Opening soon
Registration opens in 5 hours 33 seconds-
The 600m – A Perfect Intro to Open Water Swimming Our shortest event is ideal for those new to open water swimming but ready for a fun challenge. It’s a great way to get kids and teens involved, or for family and friends to race each other for bragging rights! The 600m horseshoe-shaped course starts from the third groyne along Point Lonsdale front beach, heads out to join the 1.4km course buoys, and follows them right through to the finish line—under the iconic “swings” on the main beach.
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A$50.00
Early Bird
Oct 31 – Dec 1 -
A$55.00
Standard
Dec 1 – Dec 30
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Bundle - 3.8km & 1.4km Swim Entry Opening soon
Registration opens in 5 hours 33 seconds-
Many of our seasoned swimmers choose to double up, taking on multiple events to make the most of their day—whether it’s for race prep, endurance training, or just the love of the challenge.
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A$140.00
Early Bird
Oct 31 – Dec 1 -
A$155.00Dec 1 – Dec 30
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Rip View Swim Classic
- Website
- Visit website
