It is that time of the year again to celebrate the 2026 Act Belong Commit Winter Solstice – Sunday 21st June 2026 – Tuesday 23^rd June 2026

This is a virtual open-water swim event that can be completed at from 8am June 21^st to 5pm June 23^rd. No late entries will be accepted. Clubs can organise a swim session at a time/date/venue that suits them. You may complete the swim in a pool instead if the weather is unsafe for open water swimming if you do not feel confident swimming in open water, or if you are in a remote location.

Each individual swimmer must log their participation online in order to collect points for the club. Entries are to be submitted using the online form. You must be a current Masters Swimming WA member to enter.

There will be three swim distances you can take part in:

• Quick Dip (5 points): up to but not exceeding 500m
• Regular Swim (10 points): 500m -2km
• Super Swim (15 points): More than 2km

You must log all swims over the 3 day period. Points can also be earned for submitting photos (5 points each )and videos (10 points each). Each individual can submit a maximum of 5 photos and 2 videos per entry. Photos may only be used once so group photos will not be accepted. Photos and videos must be sent to communications@mswa.asn.au.

Registrations opening soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an Open Water Swim?

• Yes, you can complete your swims in any river, lake or ocean.
• If you are in a remote location or are not able to access open water but still want to participate, you will be allowed to utilise a pool for your swim instead.
• If the weather is dangerous or stormy, you may complete your swim in a pool instead. Please don’t swim in dangerous conditions.

Do swimwear rules apply?

• No, there are no rules about swimwear and you can wear whatever you like. Wetsuits are permitted, and we recommend you wear one to keep warm! You can wear fins, or a snorkel and use any other buoyancy/safety equipment you need to feel safe and confident in the water. Have fun and stay safe!
• Please be mindful of the cold, and make sure you have some warm clothes, a cuppa, or a hot shower waiting for you after your swim. Keep yourself warm.

How can I change or add more to my entry?

• If you have to adjust your activity points, go to the email link you will have received on entry and EDIT RESPONSE,  please don’t create a new entry otherwise all your points will not be added together and there will be multiple entries under your name.
• Please check your spam folder if you did not receive this confirmation email within 45min of entering.  Look for an email from Google Forms.

Who can enter the competition?

• The Act Belong Commit Winter Solstice Swim is open to all financial Masters Swimming WA members. Individual swimmers enter, and their points are added to a club total.
• Members of the public are welcome to swim with participating clubs, but they are not eligible to enter the competition or earn points for the club.
• You may not enter for someone else. Each swimmer must have their own entry.

What are the entry limits?

• You will be able to enter a maximum of one swim per day, or four total over the competition period. Anyone purposely entering more than the limit will be disqualified.
• There will be a maximum entry of 5 photos and 2 videos per person total. You are able to send through as many as you like, but only the 5 and 2 will count towards your point total. This prevents issues with excessive point accumulation. Photos may only be used once so group photos will not be accepted.
• Entries Open 8am, Sunday June 21^st to 5pm, Tuesday June 23^rd. Entries submitted outside this period will be disqualified.
• Masters Swimming WA decision on all matters is final. No appeals or disputes are permitted. This event is for fitness, friendship and fun.

How can I earn points?

• Each individual swimmer must log their participation online in order to collect points for the club. There will be three swim distances you can take part in:
• Quick Dip: up to but not exceeding 500m
• Regular Swim: 500m – 2km
• Super Swim: anything more than 2km
• There will also be points allocated for photos and video (with limits to how many can be submitted).

Where do I send photos and videos?

• Please send everything through to communications – communications@mswa.asn.au.  You can attach files to the email or send them via Dropbox, Google Drive or other cloud-based link.

What if my club wins?

• The winning club will be awarded the Winter Solstice Swim Trophy, a perpetual cup trophy that will have the name of the winning club engraved on its base for years to come.

I want to appeal or dispute the results

• No appeals, arguments or disputes are permitted.
• Masters Swimming WA will check all entries for eligibility and for final verification. The Communications Coordinators decision will be final.

Who can I contact if I need help?

Please contact Lisa via email at communications@mswa.asn.au. This email address is also where you can submit photos and videos.