Heron Island

Swim Camp

Friday 23 May to Wednesday 28 May 2024

Join us on our Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef

2025 Swim Camp

Includes Video Analysis, Swim Technique Coaching and Open Water Adventure Swims


Imagine spending 6 days surrounded by turquoise waters, pristine coral reefs and white sandy beaches. Heron Island, nestled within the Great Barrier Reef, is more than just a tropical paradise - it’s the ultimate destination for our SwimMastery technique based swim camp. With the perfect combination of natural beauty and world-class swimming conditions, the idland’s warm, calm waters are an ideal place to hone your technique, build confidence and discover the joy of swimming in an unforgettable open-water environment.

Who is the Swim Camp For?

This camp is ideal for the swimmer who likes to swim in beautiful locations with great visibility. You will need to have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing an average swim distance of 1 km prior to the start of the trip. Swims will be a mix of technique practice and open water swimming with an average daily swim distance of between 2-4 km split between the morning and afternoon. Those who want to do more will have the option to do so.

You can view examples of the swims you may experience during the retreat. Swim locations and distance will vary in accordance with local weather and conditions. We will communicate the planned swim locations each day.

Itinerary

  • What You Will Need to Bring.

    Swimmers

    Tow float

    Goggles

    Tempo Trainer

    Reef shoes

    Waterproof Sun Cream (reef friendly)

    Small Daypack (waterproof if possible)

    Waterproof Jacket

    Towels

    Light jumper/fleeces

    Walking shoes

    Drink bottle

    Water temperature will be around 22 degrees celsius. If you feel the cold you may want to bring something warmer for the technique sessions.

  • What’s included.

    Return Ferry Transfers

    5 nights accommodation

    All meals

    Fully guided swims

    Private Charter Boat

    Video Analysis

    Technique coaching by Tracey Baumann and SwimMastery coaches

    What's Included
  • What’s not included.

    Travel to the Gladstone Ferry Terminal

    Drinks and additional activities

  • Travel Requirements

    Travel Insurance

    It is a condition of your booking that you purchase travel insurance which includes, but is not limited to, cover for illness, accident, emergency repatriation, ambulance, air ambulance, helicopter rescue services, cancellation, lost luggage and delays. Your travel insurance should also cover you for open water swimming and any other activity listed in your trip itinerary (including races and competitions, where applicable). Please read your policy details carefully and remember to take them with you on your trip for your own reference.

    You will be asked to provide us with a copy of your travel health insurance.

    Trip Cancellation

    Sometimes cancelling the entire trip upfront is inevitable for a variety of reasons (e.g. health issues, job issues, family issues, accidents etc.). To prevent losing your camp investment we require you cover yourself with a travel insurance policy.

    COVID

    We ask that you test for COVID before and during our retreat should you display clear symptoms of COVID. If you test positive, you will be required to follow the local laws and guidelines. This may include being asked to self-isolate. This may mean you are unable to join or continue our retreat. In this situation, please contact your travel insurance provider for further assistance.

  • Swimming With Us

    We have a wide range of swimmers attend our swim camps.. These include swimmers recovering from injury, new swimmers, triathletes, families and friends, mature age swimmers etc. We tend to swim at an easy to medium pace (and there is an opportunity for faster swimming if you want to).

    We swim in small groups and maintain a small coach to swimmer ration. This provides many opportunities for individual attention and coaching on our swims.

    We coach using the SwimMastery technique. We focus on how the mind and body work together in the water. This technique keeps your joints safe and we learn how to use body mechanics to maximise your swimming potential.

  • Price and Booking Details.

    This camp sold out in 2024.

    The full cost of the trip is AU $4 290pp twin share. This amount covers the inclusions outlined. We have some single supplements available.

    By making a booking you agree to and accept our terms and conditions, our Covid policy and the waiver of liability.

    Final payment is due by 20 April 2025.

    Cancellation Terms:
    After booking, we reserve the right to charge any administration costs and any camp costs incurred by up prior to the time of cancellation.

    Between 120 and 90 days before the camp commences 50% of the camp fee will be retained plus administration costs.

    Between 90 and 60 days before the camp commences, 85% of the camp fee plus any administration costs.

    Within 60 days of the camp commencement 100% of the camp fee will be retained.

    Once the camp begins, there will be no refunds granted.

“The water is your friend… you don’t have to fight with water, just share the same spirit as the water, and it will help you move.”

Alexandr Popov