Welcome to the Gaelforce Great Lake Swim.
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Your competitor Event Info PDF with full event day info will be sent by email 1 week before the event date.
Race Day Schedule:
Here’s what to expect on the day of your swim. Please arrive in good time for parking, the walk to the start line, and your race briefing.
DISTANCES | PARK FROM | START LINE BRIEFING | WAVE 1 START |
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3.9km | 9:45am | 10:50am | 11:00am |
750m | 11:45am | 12:50pm | 1:00pm |
2km | 12:30pm | 1:35pm | 1:45pm |
Please note:
Mandatory
Tow float (bring your own or hire with your entry; provided for 12km swimmers)
Event swim hat with timing chip (provided)
Recommended
Wetsuit (optional, depending on temperature)
Goggles
Warm clothes for after your swim
Refillable water bottle (refill stations available at the finish)
Click the button below to read the Gaelforce Events classification and rules for wetsuit and non-wetsuit categories.
You must wear a tow float to compete in this event.
The course will be fully marked, with rescue boats and safety kayakers on the water, and a first aid point with a doctor and medical team on site.
Weather conditions can be variable, and hypothermia can set in quickly - especially for swimmers without wetsuits. Please monitor how you feel in the water, and if in doubt, alert our safety team immediately.
If you have a medical condition we should be aware of, please email us before the event at info@gaelforceevents.com.
We are committed to creating inclusive experiences for all competitors. With years of experience supporting swimmers with a variety of accessibility needs, our team is here to ensure that everyone feels welcomed, supported, and safe.
If you have any additional requirements, such as special transport or an individual safety briefing, please email us at info@gaelforceevents.com at least one week before the race so we can make the necessary arrangements.