Swim (for Seas) for a cause, from 200 metres to 3,200 metres – for fun or competition
Tis the sea-sun to play your part for the environment while having some fun!
Launched in 2018 by sibling keen and sea loving open-water swimmers and Felicia and Almer Agmyren, Swim for Clean Seas returns to the capital this year with a bigger programme than ever before, all designed to encourage awareness of ocean pollution.
By engaging the community in fun, interactive activities and encouraging them to take a swim in the gorgeous blue waters surrounding Saadiyat Island, Swim for Clean Seas is a proactive way to bring together swimmers, sea lovers, the environmentally curious and families in a healthy, engaging activity.
At 6.30am on 21 April, Saadiyat Beach at Jumeirah Saadiyat will be buzzing with excitement as registered swimmers take to the oceans, followed by speakers, games, raffles and prizes.
Adding extra gravitas to the event, this year represents the first collaboration with The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center, as an environmental partner, courtesy of Center Director, Dr Elise Marquis and Educational Manager Erin Eaton. The Center’s team will be delivering some educational games and information about marine life conservation during the event.
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This year is also the first time that the event’s newly appointed ‘School Swim Ambassadors’ will display the work they’ve done relating to plastic waste at a series of workshops leading up to the event.
Whatever level of swimmer you are, you can enjoy the experience, with every participant having the opportunity to take part in a raffle, as well as there being podium prizes.
All participants will receive a sustainable gift bag, containing habit changing items. Only 200 swimmers can participate, so urgent registration is encouraged. Open to all ages above eight with different swimming distances and levels.
Swim distances are: Two Miles (3,200m), One Mile (1,600m), Half-Mile Mile (800m), One-Quarter Mile (400m) and 200m Splash & Dash. Entry Fee: AED90-200, depending on age and distance.
For further information, visit Swim for Clean Seas
Date
21 April
Location
Saadiyat Beach at Jumeirah Saadiyat
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