Island Swim

07/28/2026

On behalf of the organizing committee we thank all the sponsors of the Island Swim 2026 who generously provided assistance to make this a great day.

Please support these community partners who help make Sudbury a great place to live and be active!

🍦DQ Lorne Street - Tina Anderson
🐟 Masters Swimming Sudbury
⛷️Walden Cross Country
🚴‍♀️The Outside Store
🛶 Ontario Parks
🍳 Eddie’s Restaurant
🚒 Northern 911
🏠Narozanski Family
🏃‍♂️Sudbury Fitness Challenge and Neil Phipps

And special thanks to The City of Greater Sudbury (Special Events and Aquatics Departments)

Next up…. Beaton Classic - Sunday August 9th!!

07/26/2026

The Island Swim 2026 is in the history books!

We had a great day with water temperature at 70.4 degrees making for perfect conditions.

The Sylvia Salute is a new tradition that we started this year to honour Sylvia Donato ❤️🐝a long time competitor and a true friend. We look forward to making this Salute to Sylvia an annual tradition.

Attached are the early results for the 3km 🐟🐟🐟, 1km 🐟 and the 100m DQ Challenge 🍦

Results will also be posted at Sudbury Fitness Challenge for all participants so watch out for that to come.

Thank you to all our volunteers who came out to support the race this year as well as our sponsors (more on these folks to follow).

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Beaton Classic August 9th!!

07/24/2026

Last call for the ISLAND SWIM 2026! The unofficial Northern Ontario Open-Water Championships and a Sudbury Fitness Challenge Event!

When: SUNDAY, JULY 26. Race start 8:30 a.m.

BROUGHT TO YOU BY MASTERS SWIMMING SUDBURY

Please join us to swim Ramsey Lake at Moonlight Beach, along a marked 1-km or 3-km loop. The 1-km loop is the same swim course as the Beaton Classic.

We will also have a 100-metre race for 12&under kids, starting immediately BEFORE the main race.

Online registration fees (1 and 3 km):
19 and up: $40
18 and under: $30

Children Event (12 and under): $5 ($10 same day entry)

Registration desk opens up from 7:30–8 a.m. to get race number and bathing cap and for any final registrations.

In-person (race day) registration with cost an additional $10 so please commit now and register online.

CASH ONLY at the event

Your Entry Fee includes:
o Registration for a lifeguarded-supervised swim
o Swim cap, MANDATORY
o Other prizes and medals
o DQ DILLY BARS

Mandatory Safety Briefing:
All swimmers MUST ATTEND a pre-race safety briefing at 8:15 a.m. and sign a waiver prior to racing.

Wetsuits:
Wetsuits are allowed but swimmers will ONLY be eligible for draw prizes. Swimmers who wear a wetsuit will not be eligible for any Island Swim awards. They WILL be eligible for SFC points based on a prorated finish time that compensates for the advantage the wetsuit provides.

Swim caps and swim buoys:
Bright swim caps are mandatory and will be provided. Swim buoys/buddies or other safety floats are welcome BUT strongly recommended during the race for better visibility.

Safety vessels:
You are welcome to have a canoe/kayak/paddleboarder accompany you for the swim. We will have a number of safety vessels on the course and we thank all our volunteers for their support.

Inclement weather:
The Race Director reserves the right to cancel the race up to the morning of based on weather and water conditions. Entry fees will be deferred until 2027 if an alternative date can not be found in 2026.

Time cutoff:
The cutoff time for the race is 90 minutes for the 3-KM. After this time the Race Director will stop the swimmer. They will then be supported back to shore.

07/12/2026

Love open water swimming? Then register for the Island Swim at Zone 4. https://zone4.ca/

Date: Sunday, July 26 by 8:30 a.m. WITH A MANDATORY SAFETY BRIEFING prior to the race start.
Where: Moonlight Beach

Distances: 100-m youth race; 1 and 3-kilometre races.

Notes:
The race director reserves the right to adjust according to conditions.
The wearing of bathing caps during the race is MANDATORY.
The wearing of safety swim floats/buoys is HIGHLY recommended.
Please ensure you have open-water experience and comfort prior to swimming.

Proudly hosted by Masters Swimming Sudbury with support from the City of Greater Sudbury's Waterfront Staff.

07/10/2026

🏊‍♀️ The countdown is on!

We had a great group out this morning getting in some open water practice and bringing their A-game for the upcoming Island Swim. The energy was high, the water was beautiful, and everyone is getting ready for race day!

Whether you're aiming for a personal best, tackling your first open water swim, or just looking for an unforgettable experience, we'd love to see you on the starting line.

📅 Island Swim
Sunday, July 26

There's still time to register!
👉 https://zone4.ca/register/yG0bB8/

Tag your swim buddy, spread the word, and join us for an amazing day in the water! 🌊💙

07/10/2026

06/21/2026

Register now for this year’s Island Swim!

Wetsuits are allowed but swimmers will ONLY be eligible for draw prizes. Swimmers who wear a wetsuit will not be eligible for any Island Swim awards but WILL be eligible for Fitness Challenge points based on a prorated finish time that compensates for the advantage the wetsuit provides.