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Fish Hoek, South Africa
Seadog Paddle Series Opener Fish Hoek 2026
Friday-night False Bay racing that has never been cancelled since 2009.
Registration Open
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Challenge Sir Bani Yas Community Swim Mile 2027
A turquoise island mile with the triathlon festival cheering you on.
Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates Saturday 30 January 2027
Why you might love it
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Open-water swimming on a wildlife island without committing to a full triathlon.
Who this suits
First open-water swimmers, families and supporters joining the Challenge weekend.
Getting ready
Preparation
Community open-water challenge on Terminal Beach, Sir Bani Yas Island: choose 200 m, 400 m, 800 m or 1,600 m in calm protected Gulf water beside the race village. Designed for families and first open-water swimmers during the Challenge weekend.
In your Race Year
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A achievable January chapter — build the months before it around getting there ready.
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One finish line starts the next.
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