With our Summer Ocean Swim Program, we'll help you achieve a 1km or 2.5km ocean swim!
When? From w/c 3 November - 8 February.
14 weeks with 12 weeks of coached sessions (due to Christmas holidays)
What's included in this 12 week program:
2x face-to-face training sessions a week (1 in the pool, 1 in the ocean) led by one of our experienced and professional CanToo Coaches. FREE swimming gear when you sign up. Train in a fun and friendly environment with a group of like-minded individuals. While you challenge yourself, challenge cancer too by raising $1,200 to support our ongoing work, including the funding of early-career cancer researchers.
If you have any concerns about your ability, please contact us at info@cantoo.org.au. We'd love to help you set a suitable goal.
So, are you ready to join today? Register now for just $399!
Please note: Your CanToo program fee covers coaching and admin costs. Pool entry is not covered as part of your program fee. My Fitness Passports cannot be used to gain entry to pools for any CanToo programs. Payment must be made at the pool upon entry. If you plan to take part in an official event, event entry is payable separately through the relevant event website.
Choose where you train!
We have training pods available in the following locations. Just select your preference when you register.
The following Pods will have their Saturday sessions at Bondi Beach (mild-medium surf conditions). Please see below for Saturday timings.
Prince Alfred Park Pool Pods:
- Wednesdays: 6:15pm - 7:45pm & Saturdays: 8am - 9:15am
- Fridays: 6am - 7:15am & Saturdays: 8am - 9:15am
Andrew "Boy" Charlton Pods (NO SPOTS AVAILABLE):
- Mondays: 6:15pm - 7:45pm & Saturdays: 8am - 9:15am
UNSW Fitness & Aquatic Centre Pods:
- Tuesdays: 6am - 7:15am & Saturdays: 9:15am - 10:30am
Victoria Park Pool Pods (NO SPOTS AVAILABLE):
- Tuesdays: 6:15pm - 7:45pm & Saturdays: 9:15am - 10:30am
MONA VALE BEACH
The following Pods will have their Saturday sessions at Mona Vale Beach (medium surf conditions). Saturday timings vary depending on your goal distance:
- 1km swimmers: 8:30am - 10am
- 2.5km swimmers: 9:30am - 11am
Warringah Aquatic Centre Pods:
- Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 8pm
- Tuesdays: 7:30pm - 9pm (NO SPOTS AVAILABLE)
Narrabeen Swim Academy Pods:
- Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 8pm
Lane Cove Aquatic Leisure Centre Pods:
- Thursdays: 6:30pm - 8pm
The following Pods will have their Saturday sessions at Manly Beach (mild-medium surf conditions). Saturday timings vary depending on your goal distance:
- 1km swimmers: 8:45am - 10am
- 2.5km swimmers: 9:45am - 11am
Aqua Culture Swim Centre Pods:
- Wednesdays: 8:15am - 9:30am (1km)
- Wednesdays: 6:45pm - 8:30pm (2.5km)
- Thursdays: 6pm - 7:30pm (2.5km)
- Thursdays: 7pm - 8:30pm (1km)
NEWPORT BEACH
The following Pods will have their Sunday sessions at Newport Beach (medium surf conditions) from 9am - 10am.
Terrey Hills Swim School Pods:
- Thursdays: 7pm - 8:30pm
ELOUERA BEACH
The following Pods will have their Saturday sessions at Elouera Beach (medium surf conditions) from 8am - 10am.
Engadine Leisure Centre Pods:
- Mondays: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
- Tuesdays: 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Camden War Memorial Pool Pods:
- Wednesdays: 6pm - 7:30pm
Our Summer Ocean Swim Program will train you for the following events, where CanToo staff will be in attendance on the day, cheering you on! You can choose to take part in 1, 2 or all 3 events - whatever you feel comfortable with!
1. The Big Swim, Palm Beach - 25 January 2026
2. Shark Island Swim, Cronulla - 1 February 2026
3. North Bondi Classic, Bondi Beach - 8 February 2026
Thank you to the Audi Foundation, our official partner for our 2026 Summer Ocean Swim program.
Through their generous support, the Audi Foundation is helping to power our dual mission: training individuals to achieve personal goals, and increasing funding for life-saving early-career cancer research.
The difference you can make
By taking part in our Summer Ocean Swim Program, not only will you be challenging yourself and improving your own health and fitness, but the money you raise throughout the program could help change and save the lives of other people too.
Every dollar you raise will help CanToo's ongoing work, from supporting our growing portfolio of programs, to funding new and innovative early-career cancer researchers who are looking to find new ways to prevent, treat and ultimately cure cancer.
Signing up today is the first step you can take to make a wonderful difference for people in Australia and around the world.
Got a question? Check our FAQs!
If we haven't answered your question below, send us an email at info@cantoo.org.au and we'll be happy to help.
What can I expect during my training sessions?
Your pool sessions will typically focus on:
- Refreshing your swim skills
- Building base swimming fitness
- Learning how to swim more efficiently
- Practicing basic ocean swimming techniques
- Drills for stroke correction
Your beach sessions will typically focus on:
- Identifying changing ocean conditions (waves, rips, tides, sandbanks etc.)
- Learning to enter and exit the water safely
- Increasing your swim distance in the ocean under supervision
- Learning advanced surf skills and using the ocean to your advantage
Do I need to fundraise?
Yes! When you sign up to our Summer Ocean Swim Program, you are making a commitment to raise $1,200 throughout your journey with us. These funds are so vital to ensure we can continue our work, from our fitness programs to funding crucial cancer research that is changing and saving lives.
How much does it cost to take part?
To take part in our Summer Ocean Swim Program, you will need to pay a program fee of $399 upfront at registration. This covers the cost of all your training, and we think it's quite the deal!
What if I don't hit my fundraising target?
If you're concerned about hitting your fundraising target, don't worry! We will be here every step of the way with tips and tricks to help you reach your goal. Plus, your fellow CanToo-ers that you'll be training with will also be able to share inspiration for fundraising.
We suggest getting yourself started with a self-donation - it'll get you on your way and make your target feel all the more achieveable!
