Race Details
We have events for all ages and abilities. Dive in and give it a go!
Individual Events
200m Pak n Save Napier Kids Classic
Take the plunge, learn about water safety and have some fun! This is a race just for the kids. Water safety will be controlled by members of Surf Life Saving New Zealand. Read more >
500m Individual Hydraulics Hawke’s Bay Dash
This is an ideal swim for those stepping up from the 200m Kids Classic and those new to open water swimming and just want to “give it a go”. Read more >
1km Individual HB Regional Council Classic
A great stepping stone toward the longer swim if that’s your goal, or just rejoice in the achievement of swimming 1km in the ocean. Read more >
2.5km Individual Arena Ultimate
The ultimate test of your ocean swimming ability – take the challenge! Read more
Team Events
500m Teams Brayden Coldicutt Dash
The start of the 500m Teams Higgins Dash race is near the lighthouse. Spot prizes available. Read more >
1km Teams Napier City Council Classic
Challenge yourself and your friends and dive in to a 1km team swim. Read more >
2.5km Teams Arena Ultimate
The ultimate challenge for your team! Read more >