In this episode, I dive into the Shore-2-Shore, a three-day, three-stage free community swim that’s all about bringing people together to challenge themselves in the ocean. Whether you’re training for the Rottnest Channel Swim, building open water experience, or simply looking for an epic swim adventure with your mates, this event is for you.

Shore-2-Shore isn’t about medals, entry fees, or setting records—it’s about embracing the camaraderie of open water swimming, adapting to real-world race conditions, and experiencing the joy of ocean swimming without the pressure of competition.

I’ll share why I created this event, how it borrows from SwimRun’s buddy system, and how the Best Fest in Mallorca and Park Run’s accessibility ethos inspired me to make this event free for everyone.What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ Why stacking back-to-back open water swims is the best training for marathon events✔️ The importance of the buddy system and how it borrows from the original ÖtillÖ SwimRun ethos✔️ How experiences like the Best Fest in Mallorca and Park Run shaped Shore-2-Shore’s free and inclusive approach✔️ Why real-world conditions beat pool training when preparing for a long-distance swim✔️ How the Perth swimming community has embraced this event, with 233 swimmers taking part in Stage 1✔️ How you can get involved in Stage 2 & 3, even if you’re not in Perth!

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