Cold water camp

Point Lonsdale, Victoria - April 5 & 6, 2025

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April 5 & 6, 2025

If you are keen to take on the Winter Rip Swim, this weekend experience is perfect for your preparation.

While the camp is designed for those keen to swim The Rip in winter, it is also open to others wanting to learn more about cold-water swimming.

One of the great aspects of this weekend is that you will get to experience swimming in the location where you will make your crossing. This will really help you to get more comfortable mentally when the big day comes!

Safety

Each swim will be carefully planned and tides will be taken into account. There will be a kayak presence on the water with you at all times to keep you safe and guide you.

Schedule & what to expect

Our focus is swimming and training and discussions related to the Winter Rip Swim. There will also be time for some some thought-provoking activities, and some light-hearted fun!

Please keep in mind that we can always customise some elements to suit your ability and experience. We want you to really enjoy the weekend and feel comfortable and supported.

We will also be throwing in one or two elements that are not listed here to make sure you have an unforgettable time. These will be fun and somewhat different to what you may have experienced on any other swimming camp. Below are the main elements of the weekend.

  • 3 Guided swims with a safety kayaker or two

  • Discussions about training and cold-water acclimatisation techniques

  • Feedback about your swimming technique (Simple only given we are swimming in the open water)

  • Group dinner on Saturday night

  • Light walks

  • Visualisation session to help you prepare for the swim (Goes through the experience in detail so you know what to expect on the day)

COST: $180 per person *

Book from the 12th of February

Accommodation is not included.

We recommend you stay at the Point Lonsdale Guesthouse - click here to see this place - a 2 minute walk from the beach!

(They usually do an included breakfast)

*You will need to pay for anything that is not included in the list below.

What is included in the cost:

  • All sessions by Grant Siedle - Rip Swim director and coach of 30 years

  • Safety kayaker at each session

  • All discussion sessions and training advice throughout the day and a half

  • Certificate of attendance and achievement

Partners

If you would like to bring a non-swimming partner that is fine. No additional charge

Ability for the camp

This weekend is designed for intermediate to advanced swimmers. The water will be approximately 14 - 16 degrees Celsius. If you are a wetsuit wearer that is fine, but we will encourage you to try some swimming without it. If you are uncertain about whether you are at the right standard for the weekend or wish to discuss any further details, please email us at info@ripswim.com.au.