About
Cockburn Swimming Club Masters is a popular sports club located in Perth, Western Australia. This club focuses on promoting fitness, friendship, and fun through swimming and welcomes people of all ages and abilities.
The club offers a variety of swim options, including pool sessions at the Cockburn ARC and ocean swim sessions at Coogee Beach Surf Club. The winter pool sessions take place on Tuesdays from 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm and on Thursdays from 6:00 am to 7:00 am, while the summer pool sessions take place on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The Coogee Beach ocean swim session is held on Saturdays from 7:30 am to 8:30 am.
Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, the club is currently operating with no restrictions. However, members are remind to follow safety protocols such as washing hands regularly, using hand sanitiser, and staying home if feeling unwell.
To stay updated with club news, events, and session details, the club has its own smartphone app called Cockburn Masters Club App. Members can download Team App for free to access all the features of the app.
Cockburn Masters also offers its members custom-designed swimwear in limited stock. Interested members can contact Helen for more information regarding the available sizes and designs. The club also has limited quantities of various merchandise items for sale, which can be accessed through the store in the Club's Team App.
One of the highlights of the club's calendar is the Coogee Jetty to Jetty Swim, an annual event held in March at Coogee Beach. This ocean swim is the largest club-run event of its kind in Western Australia, attracting over 1,300 swimmers of all ages and abilities. The event features three different distances, ranging from a 250m Try-It Swim to a 1,500m Classic swim. The event also includes a community breakfast, kidzone activities, and over 100 volunteers.
It is a great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a unique festival atmosphere and meet Daphne the Duck, the club's mascot.
In addition to swimming activities, Cockburn Masters also promotes social activities, volunteering, and offers memberships for both swimming and non-swimming individuals. The club is affiliated with the Coogee Beach Surf Club, further enhancing its community involvement.
For those interested in joining Cockburn Swimming Club Masters or participating in their events, they can find further information on the club's website and social media channels. Entries for the Coogee Jetty to Jetty Swim open in November, so it is recommended to keep an eye on their socials for updates and race distances.
