February 13, 2027 | Angelsea, Victoria, Australia

XTERRA Anglesea

Aquathlon

Swim

1km

Run

5.2

Event Overview

XTERRA Anglesea Aquathlon brings together open-water swimming and trail running into a race that is ideal for athletes who want to keep it simple and enjoy the challenge of off-road sports. Swim off Anglesea's beautiful main beach then run around the river — this is pure fun in one of the Surf Coast's best settings. Or maybe you want to double up and do a second event across the weekend? The Aquathlon is the perfect standalone challenge or the ideal add-on to your race weekend.

Course Maps

Ocean Swim

A 750km ocean swim off Anglesea main beach

Trail Run

A flat and fast run through the tranquil heart of Anglesea.

Aquathlon: undefined Course

Schedule

1

Fri2027.02.12

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16:00-19:00

Athlete check in - all races

Event Centre

16:00-19:00

Event expo open with sponsor displays and info

Event Centre

18:30

Competor Briefing - Sprint Distance triathlon

Event Centre

Prizes

Prizes and awards

Prizes and/or trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each category.

Fees

 

regular entry fee

late entry fee

Aquathlon Individual

$97

$107

2-person relay team

$139

$149

Late entry fee commences at 9:00am AEDST on Monday 1st February 2027.

Click HERE to view our refund policy.

Rules & Info

XTERRA Aquathlon categories

The following categories will be recognised at the XTERRA Aquathlon:

Individuals Solo competitors who complete the entire course alone:

  • Junior (under 20yrs) Male / Female

  • Prime (20 – 39yrs) Male / Female

  • Veteran (40 – 49yrs) Male / Female

  • Vintage (50 – 59yrs) Male / female

  • Masters (60+ yrs) Male / Female

Relay Teams of up 2. (A relay team of 2 who divide the course between them)

  • Junior Team (all competitors aged under 20yrs) Open - any gender mix

  • Male Team

  • Female Team

  • Mixed Team

All age categories are according to your age on 31 December 2027

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RACE RULES

The organisers Rapid Ascent have sole discretion to alter or amend the event format or the rules in order to increase the safety to participants or for any other reason deemed appropriate.

The rules of the event are as follows:

  • (all participants) must read and sign the Participant Indemnity.

  • (juniors only - i.e. under 18 on race day)

  • must have their parent or guardian advise the organisers, Rapid Ascent, of their intention to enter

  • parent or guardian must read and sign an authorisation and indemnity

  • (swimmers) must be able to swim 1,500m unassisted in open water.

  • Wetsuits are OPTIONAL for ALL events and age categories. The expected water temp is approx 19 degrees

  • Participants must wear competitor identification number plates/tattoos as outlined in the event program

  • Any competitor who withdraws from the race MUST notify an official. This is an essential requirement to avoid unnecessary searches being conducted and emergency services being engaged.

  • Failure to abide by rules may result in time penalty or disqualification.

  • All entrants are permitted to lodge protests against results or decisions enforced during the event. A judging panel of three Rapid Ascent Directors will adjudicate on all protests and other contentious matters, and their decision will be final.

  • Rapid Ascent has sole discretion to alter or amend the race format or the rules in order to increase the safety of participants or for any other reason deemed appropriate.

  • The XTERRA event will be conducted by rules of the host federation: Aus Triathlon. The complete set of Aus Triathlon race competition rules can be found here<<

All age categories are according to your age on December 31st, 2027.