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

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 Caroline Meo / Bayleys Dash

500m Individual Caroline Meo / Bayleys 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

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

2.5km Individual Arena Ultimate

The ultimate test of your ocean swimming ability – take the challenge! Read more

Team Events

500m Teams Kerry Geange / Bayleys 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 >