SWIM, CONNECT, COMPETE
Explore Affiliate Events leading up to UltraSwim 33.3
The UltraSwim 333 Spirit
There’s just a few days to go to UltraSwim 33.3 #3Croatia, and getting to the start line is no small feat. As we told our swimmer’s at the mandatory swimmer briefing last night, ‘there is no amount of training that will make a difference now, it’s time to unwind, try to relax and enjoy your unique journey from this moment on!’
So as we were saying… Getting to the start line of one of our events requires determination, grit and a well thought out training plan. Of course our experts are here to help, however as the spectrum of opportunities available to swimmers in the open water events space grows, we want to take the opportunity to introduce our Affiliate Events.
Whether you’re looking to explore the global open water swimming community, build up to an UltraSwim 33.3, or simply diversify your swimming calendar, these events are a fantastic opportunity to do all three!
We’ve picked four of the very best events, from our own experiences, to collaborate with - the classic Henley Swims and Thames Marathon in the UK, Best Fest in Mallorca Spain, and the Open Swim Stars circuit in France. We know each event offers a different experience, so as you explore stepping stones in your journey to completing 33.3km - why not check out some of these great options.
We think these shorter but iconic swim events will help you prepare both mentally and physically for the 33.3 multi-day challenge.
When: 25-31 May 2024
Where: Colònia de Sant Jordi, Mallorca, Spain
Connection: A fantastic opportunity to put your swimming skills to the test ahead of UltraSwim 33.3
Discover the excitement of Best Fest, Europe’s number one open water swimming festival held annually in Colònia de Sant Jordi.
This week-long festival offers swimmers everything from social events to open water competitions with a festive atmosphere, appealing to all levels, in an area renowned for its beautiful beaches.
Best Fest features swim events ranging from 1.5 km and 3.8km triathlon style courses, a point to point 5km, and a full 10km swim (5 laps). It is a fantastic opportunity to explore varying open water swimming distances ahead of UltraSwim 33.3. The dates fall perfectly with the start of the open water swimming season in Europe and allow plenty of time to discover your limits and ultimately push them using our fantastic training and coaching program available to all UltraSwim 33.3 participants.
The event’s coaching partner in 2024 is Paul Newsome, winner of #2Montenegro in 2023.
Outdoor Swimmer Henley Swim Festival
When: 13-14 July 2024
Where: Henley-upon-Thames, United Kingdom
Connection: Great events for swimmers of all levels, Henley Swim offers ‘something for everyone’.
A fellow Racecheck gold-rated event, Henley Swim Festival is a weekend celebrating open water swimming, set in the most stunning location on the banks of the Thames just outside Henley. This river swim event has a variety of swimming challenges covering different distances, there are exhibitors, retailers and experts all together in one place – giving you access to everything you need to know about our shared and much-loved adventurous sport.
Whether you’re looking to dip a toe in the world of open water swimming, find a fellow UltraSwim 33.3 participant to train with or just rack up your swimming kilometres in open water, this festival has something that will appeal to everyone.
When: 11 August 2024 (Thames Marathon)
Where: Marlow, United Kingdom
Connection: The perfect place to meet like-minded swimmers and begin your UltraSwim 33.3 journey.
The Thames Marathon is an endurance swim between Henley-on-Thames and Marlow in the United Kingdom with a choice of 3 distances (4 swim options including relay). It covers a beautiful stretch of the Thames and has become one of open water swimming’s most prestigious marathon swims.
Each UltraSwim 33.3 event offers a 10km ‘marathon’ day swim (usually on Day 3 of the 4-day long weekend) so what better way to train than taking part in the Thames Marathon among your fellow swimmers. The perfect stepping stone as you get closer to your UltraSwim 33.3 goal!
When: A variety of dates throughout 2024
Where: A variety of locations across France and Switzerland
Connection: Fantastic one day challenges to test your open water swimming ability in an adventure setting ahead of UltraSwim 33.3 SOLO or 22.2 DUO.
Predominantly French, Open Swim Stars is a series of open water swimming races designed for participants of all ability levels, making it the perfect practice setting for the UltraSwim 33.3 multi-day swimming format. The events take place across various locations in France from Paris to the sunny town of Agde, swimmers can compete in a variety of distances to suit their experience and goals.
Explore the diversity of France with these different locations and connect with an international swimming community.