Since 2019, this swim has been part of the long-distance route from Palm Beach to Shelly Beach. Located in North Sydney, swimmers pass by breath-taking cliffs and other attractive beaches along the way. The swim has been gaining popularity each year and has the potential to become one of the main 10 km swim events in Sydney in the future.
When: April
Distance: 10km
Location: Sydney, North beaches, Narrabeen
Swim Direction: From Narrabeen to Shelly Beach
Lap: One continuous 10 km swim
What you need: Paddler (kayak), Boat
Conditions: Generally calm water, big swell, potential for choppy conditions on windy days
Water: comfortable at 18-19°C
Registration: https://oceanswims.com/event/narrabeen-2-shelly-10km/
Narrabeen to Shelly Beach Preparation
The preparation for this swim can serve as your first step towards longer-distance ocean swims.
Our preparation program kicks off in October and runs for 12 weeks, encompassing all essential aspects of training.
This includes regular pool sessions and challenging long-distance swims ranging from 3 to 10 km. Completing the 10 km swim not only adds to your swimming achievements but also enhances your overall knowledge and readiness to become a Marathon Ocean swimmer.
What’s Included in the Program?
A personalised 12-week preparation plan tailored to your swim goal, including swim distance per session, intensity, ocean swim distance, and recovery guidelines.
Four pool sessions per week, covering distances of 4 to 4.4 km per session.
Saturday long-distance swims ranging from 5 km to 10 km.
Comprehensive preparation manual with all necessary information.
Ongoing support and motivation from Vlad as your coach.
Guidance on recovery techniques and nutrition.
Team camaraderie and support throughout your preparation.
Keeping track of your progress by recording your swims in your logbook.
Pricing: One-time payment of $250
Monthly instalment plan of $250, which includes a personalized swim session every week with a customized plan and ongoing support from Vlad as your coach
