Ocean Rockpool Tour

Charity Swim

Why

We live in a lucky country, in one of the best cities in the world and one of the finest neighbourhoods, the Northern Beaches.

We want to celebrate this with our friends and family in a fun and challenging way.

Being healthy in mind, body and spirit can take some effort. 

Everyone’s mental and physical health can always be improved with some exercise and sharing time with friends, both new and old.

We want to have some fun for our own health and wellbeing, and while doing so, raise awareness of mental health issues such as Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Depression and Anxiety Disorders.

We also want to help remove the stigma sometimes associated with mental health disorders and raise funds for local disadvantaged people in need of money and support who have been affected by mental health issues.

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What

The Ocean Rockpool Tour is a Charity Swim Event set in New South Wales on the Northern Beaches of Sydney.

The event is a celebration of our beautiful Ocean Rockpools while raising funds and awareness for mental health charities.

Catering for all levels of swimming ability, the event provides swimmers a means of challenging themselves to suit their individual preferences. 

The community event in January also provides the opportunity to learn more about the Northern Beaches Rockpools, including their unique history. 

Course 1 – My Way / My Group – FREE Event for Beginners, Intermediate and Professionals – Charity Swim Fundraiser.  

Set your own swim distance based on your ability – Set your own goal 

Have some fun for your own health and wellbeing and the same time raise funds for charity.  

Explore one or more of the Northern Beaches Ocean Rockpools

  1. Organise your own swim with a friend or a group# 
  2. Swim in one or more of your favourite Ocean Rockpools on the Northern Beaches
  3. Flexible event and swim times that suit your skill level and the public opening times of the pools.
  4. Includes your own personal or team fundraiser page 
  5. Recognition for achieving outstanding results
  6. Sign up to select a charity and get access to some event merchandise plus tips on safety and details on the Public Ocean Rockpools.
  7. No fees apply- Free Event 
# My Group – Option
NOTE: If you have your own group message us or include it in the personal challenge section when you sign up. We will help you get you started with your event and provide you with tips about the Ocean Rockpools. 
 
 

Not near the Northern Beaches?

That’s okay – as this is a free public event you can arrange your own swim somewhere local. 
 
 

Course 2 – Guided Tour Charity Fundraiser Event Saturday 18th January 2025 

 All Ocean Rockpools from Palm Beach to Manly in one day.

Limited ticketed event – The January 2024 Event was SOLD OUT. 

1. Swim in each Ocean Rockpool on the Northern Beaches.
2. Transport, food and refreshments included.
3. Organised team swims at each Pool.
4. Includes your own personal fundraiser page and Information Pack and event merchandise, food, drink and T-shirt.
5. $120 fees apply.

Opening soon for 18th Jan 2025

Course 3 – Guided Tour – Walk and Talk it in one day. Charity Fundraiser Event Saturday 18th January 2025  ”Walk and Talk It” option.  

Starts 5am @Palm Beach.   

Limited ticketed event

1. Swim in each Ocean Rockpool on the Northern Beaches.
2. Walking guide, food and refreshments included.
3. Includes your own personal fundraiser page and Information Pack and event merchandise, food, drink and T-shirt.
4. Fee of $100 – pay separately – we will be in touch to let you know how.
Opening soon for 18th Jan 2025

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Optional Package 1 – 😀 Tshirt $30

Optional Package 2 – 😀 Tshirt, Food, and Drink $100

 

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When

The Inaugural event took place on 15th January 2022 on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia. It was covered in local media magazines including Tawny Frogmouth and Beaches Covered. The small group of 22 people raised over $10,000 for charity. In January 2023 a group of 40 people and several individual participants help raise more than $36,000 for the local nominated charities.  In January 2024 we raised over $50,000 for local charities. 
 

The next event is planned for the Saturday 18th January 2025.

Pre-event: 
a Sunday afternoon > Late December / Early Jan – TBC  
@ the 7th Day Brewery Brookvale from 5pm  

Awards and Celebration: 
Saturday 18th January 2025 @ the 7th Day Brewery Brookvale from 5pm  

Prizes for:

  • the person or team that raised the most for a charity 
  • the oldest swimmer taking part in the event
  • the youngest swimmer taking part in the event

What to be involved?
Do you have a group wanting to take part?

Contact us [email protected] 

While everyone responsible is for their own safety and wellbeing, all participants should also look out for others and ensure they are okay and enjoying the day.    

How

You can join in. Every word, action and dollar makes a difference.
 

You can support the event by supporting the participants by making a tax-deductible donation to one of the nominated charities.

Get involved – If you want to volunteer let us know.

Or better still, have a go and participate yourself. Remember the event caters for all people no matter their skill level, age, or ability. 

Self Set Courses to suit individual needs and preferences.

It’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, explore the beauty of the Ocean Rockpools on the beaches and raise money and awareness for mental health.

This event is open to everyone. 

Thus, each person sets their own personal challenge and goal.
Examples are:

  • Swim in a rockpool for the first time ever
  • Swim 20 laps in 3 pools you have never been to
  • Swim 50 laps in a favourite Ocean Rockpool
  • Try a different swim stroke such as backstroke or butterfly
  • Enjoy a swim and explore one or more Rock Pools with a friend that you would not normally go to.

Set your own goal, tell your friends and raise money for mental health.

Each person gets their own personal page on a formal charity system.

The public Ocean Rockpools which are managed by the Council are beautiful but also can be dangerous.  Each person takes part at their own risk.  

Sign up below and be a part of the fun. Once you sign up, you will receive email confirmation with details on setting up your own charity page (remember to check your spam/junk folder).  

Privacy – The information and data we collect in the sign-up form is only for the purpose of managing merchandise, awards and providing people information regarding the event. 

Reach out to us if you have any questions or would like to assist in any way. 

[email protected]

😀 Congratulations! to all those involved in the Ocean Rockpool Tour 2024.
Not only did you all have fun exploring our wonderful Ocean Rockpools but you raised awareness of mental health issues such as Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Depression and Anxiety Disorders and raised over $50,000 for local charities!
 
The next annual event is Saturday January 18th 2025.
Stay tuned for updates.

Major sponsors

Thanks once again to the major sponsors since 2022

7th Day BREWERY, Sale Pepe Pizzeria, and also Northern Beaches Council 

Also thanks to...

  • Budgy Smuggler 2022, 2023, 2024
  • GoPlex (IT) 2022, 2023, 2024
  • Long Reef Golf Club 2023, 2024
  • Manly Golf Club 2023, 2024
  • Guy Leech  2023, 2024
  • Woolworths Warringah Mall 2023, 2024
  • Hoyts Warringah Mall  2023, 2024
  • The Upper Crust Collaroy 2024
  • Okanui 2024 
  • Shark Skin 2024
  • Andrew Duffin Art  2022, 2023, 2024
  • James Willebrant 2024
  • Westfields Warringah Mall 2024

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Past Events

Some of the past charities are detailed below. In past events, a small group of people raised over $10,000 in 2022 and over $36,000 in 2023 and over $50,000 in 2024 for local charities.

2024

Funds donated here were used to provide professional counselling and support to those in need on the Northern Beaches.

Funds donated here will be distributed to disadvantaged Northern Beaches residents affected directly or indirectly by mental health diseases.

2023

Funds donated where used to provide professional counselling and support to those in need on the Northern Beaches.

Funds donated here will be distributed to disadvantaged Northern Beaches residents affected directly or indirectly by mental health diseases.

2022

Funds donated here will be used to provide professional counselling and support to those in need on the Northern Beaches.

Funds donated here will be distributed to disadvantaged Northern Beaches residents affected directly or indirectly by mental health diseases.