Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim takes place on Sun, Nov 8, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. The main route is 2.2 km.
- Date
- Sun, Nov 8, 2026
- Start
- Sydney 🇦🇺
- Distance
- 2.2 km
- Level
- Open to all
Your 5-week plan to Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim
The Peak phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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Celebrating its 25th anniversary, this iconic open water swim covers approximately 2.2km along Sydney's spectacular coastline from Bondi Beach to Bronte Beach.
What this race demands
The Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim requires sustained open-water swimming endurance to cover the continuous 2.2-kilometer coastal course.
Open-water endurance
Covering 2.2 kilometers in the ocean requires continuous stroke efficiency and aerobic stamina without the benefit of pool walls for rest.
Sighting and navigation
Navigating the open water along Sydney's coastline demands frequent sighting to maintain a direct line between Bondi Beach and Bronte Beach.
Your road to race day
Race day at Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim is 5 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Peak2 weeks · Oct 5, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
02Taper2 weeks · Oct 19, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
03Race week1 week · Nov 2, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim?
Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim takes place on Sun, Nov 8, 2026 in Sydney, Australia.
How long is Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim?
The main route is 2.2 km.
What does Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim demand?
The Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim requires sustained open-water swimming endurance to cover the continuous 2.2-kilometer coastal course.
Who is Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim for?
Macquarie Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim is open to all participants.
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