Fremantle Ports Swimthru
The Fremantle Ports Swim Thru is a swim for everyone, with three distances on offer to suit all abilities. Try our 1.6km, 3.2km or 250m ‘Try It’ chaperoned swim, perfect for newbies or parents and children.
The Fremantle Ports Swim Thru began in 1922 and was the first ocean-water swimming race in Western Australia. Believed to have been the longest ocean swimming race in Australia at the time, earning the nickname “The Big Swim”. The first race was won by 14-year-old Maisie Boyle who, to this day, is the only female winner of the race. For her efforts, Maisie won a teapot, a replica of which sits atop the current trophy, known as the Maisie Boyle trophy. She is also the inspiration for our logo, which was designed by Jenny Kostner. In 2022 we celebrated the event’s 100 year anniversary.
We are the oldest swim on WA’s open water calendar, and proud of our commitment to supporting the local community including Freo Street Doctor Mobile Health Clinic and St Patrick’s Community Support Centre.
ENTRIES
Early bird (closes midnight Sunday, 31 October)
1.6km or 3.2km – $35
From Monday, 1 November
1.6km or 3.2km – $45
Late registrations/on race day before 7.15am (unless sold out)
1.6km or 3.2km – $60
‘Try It’ chaperoned swim
250m – $15
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