ENTRY INFORMATION
MAY 16-17, 2026 | Kirra Beach, Gold Coast
2026 entries will open in September 2025.
Please read all of the below information carefully before completing your entry form (you’ll need a credit card ready for this).
Day entries are not available in 2026, however you do have until 9:00am on the day prior to event day to complete your online entry form.
Your entry fee includes:
- Cooly Classic Merchandise
- Engine swim cap
- Fresh fruit (finish line)
- Digital Timing with Live Online Results
- Optional Entry Refund Protection with Cover Genius
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Entry Fees
**Booking Fees apply to all entry categories
| EVENTS | EARLY BIRD | GENERAL | LATE ENTRY |
| Sales End | 5pm Jan 30 | 5pm May 11 | 9am May 16 |
| Cooly 5.0 (5.0km) | $64.50 + BF | $69.50 + BF | $74.50 + BF |
| Cooly 3.0 (3.0km) |
$54.50 + BF | $59.50 + BF | $64.50 + BF |
| Cooly Classic (2.0km) |
$54.50 + BF | $59.50 + BF | $64.50 + BF |
| Cooly 1000 (1.0km) |
$44.50 + BF | $49.50 + BF | $54.50 + BF |
| Junior Giants 1000m |
$29.50 + BF | $34.50 + BF | $39.50 + BF |
| Open Water Clinic (Sat) |
$34.50 + BF | $34.50 + BF | Close 9pm Fri May 15 |
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Discounts & Specials
In 2026, we have entry specials if you wish to enter more than one distance.
Packages
- If you wish to enter more than one distance, please contact us for a discount code
- 25% discount applies when you enter your second distance
- Contact: info@worldseriesswims.com.au
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Age Categories (Results)
- 1.0km Junior Giants: 10-15
- 1km: 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
- 2km, 3km, 5km: 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
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Wave Start Groups
Below are the wave start groups available. Each group will also be split into Male & Female waves.
- Elite Wave: For Elite swimmers competing for overall places & prizemoney
- Age Group Waves: Automatic unless you select the Elite / Mates
- Mates Wave: Families & friends!
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Wetsuit Policy
Wetsuits are not typically allowed in many ocean swimming events, however they are a great buoyancy aid that offer assistance to inexperienced or less confident ocean swimmers.
- Wetsuits are permitted for swimmers entering into Mates Wave and Age Group Waves
- Wetsuits are not permitted for swimmers entering into the Elite Wave who are competing for overall prizes and prizemoney.
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Event Merchandise StoreIn 2026, we have the following merchandise items for sale through the online entry form. Orders close 12:00pm Wed May 6th
Event T-Shirt Size Chart (cm) **Order a larger size if in doubt, Mens & Womens range are slimfit tees
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Refund Policy
If any changes are required to the proposed courses, distances, program or in the event of postponement, entry fees are non-refundable.
Refunds for withdrawals will only be given pre-event if World Series Swims is notified by email SEVEN DAYS BEFORE EVENT DAY.
All refunds will incur a $10 administration fee per competitor. No refunds will be given WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF EVENT DAY, this includes transfers from one distance to another.
In order to participate in this event, you must agree to the conditions of our Participants Agreement, so please read these carefully before completing your entry.
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Refund Protection
Whether it’s a car breakdown, a broken ankle or a family emergency, the unexpected can sometimes prevent you from participating.
In 2026, we are offering optional Entry Fee Refund Protection from XCover (Cover Genius). This is available to purchase through the Entry Form and is just 6% of your entry fee.
Please read the full Terms & Conditions from XCover first.
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Entries Close:
Online entries for 2025 close at 9:00am May 16, 2026.
Clinic entries close at 9pm on Fri May 15.
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Entry Form
In the online entry form you will be asked to agree to our Terms & Conditions – please take the time to read these as they include important conditions surrounding your participation in this event..
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