Round the Sound Swim Swim Distance 10KM **Start - Villa Monticello Dock (next door to Palmetto Gardens)**

THIS SITE IS THE OFFICIAL ENTRY PORTAL FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS (BOTH LOCAL AND FROM OVERSEAS)

THE RACE COURSE WILL BE AN ANTI-CLOCKWISE LOOP OF HARRINGTON SOUND, BERMUDA. 

THERE WILL BE NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY AND NO LATE ENTRIES.

PLEASE CAREFULLY REVIEW THE COURSE MAP BELOW AND NOTE THE STARTING DOCK

LOCATION, CHECKPOINTS AND CUT OFF TIMES FOR YOUR EVENT. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT ENTRY FEES WILL INCREASE AT END OF DAY 4 OCTOBER 2024.

 

PARTICIPANTS FROM OVERSEAS:

In addition to the race entry fee you may also purchase the Visitor Package during the Registration process that entitles to you to the following benefits:

• Preferential room rate at the Grotto Bay Hotel
• Event concierge services at the Grotto Bay Hotel
• Glass of swizzle at the welcome cocktail party at the Grotto Bay Hotel on Thursday 10 October
• Shuttle bus transportation from the Grotto Bay Hotel to the group practice swims in the days leading up to race day
• A tour of Trunk Island in Harrington Sound (limited numbers available)
• Pasta Dinner at the Grotto Bay Hotel on Saturday 12 October (socialize and carb load the night before race day)
• Shuttle bus transportation from the Grotto Bay Hotel to your race start location on race day
• Shuttle bus transportation back to the Grotto Bay Hotel after the conclusion of the race
• Special deals at participating restaurants in Hamilton, Flatt's Village and St. George's

Please note that without the Visitor Package you will not have access to any of the benefits listed above. Especially note that bus transport from the Grotto Bay Hotel will only be available to those who have the Visitor Package.

Overseas swimmers should visit www.bows.bm for frequently asked questions and more info.

 

CHECK IN TIMES

Please ensure that you show up at your starting dock at the appropriate check in time.

10K - Check in time is 9:00 am - Start 10:00am - VILLA MONTICELLO DOCK (NEXT DOOR TO PALMETTO GARDENS)

6K - Check in time is 10:00 am - Start 11:00am - SHARK HOLE DOCK (SOUTH EAST CORNER OF HARRINGTON SOUND)

4K  - Check in time is 10:45 - Start time is 11:45 - BAYSIDE LANE DOCK (NEAR TRINITY CHURCH)

2K - Check in time 11:15 - Start time is 12:15 - RADNOR ESTATE ROAD DOCK

0.8K - Check in time is 11:45 - Start time is 12:45 pm  - AQUARIUM

PRIZES AND SOCIAL

All distances will finish at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo. There will be a social event / prize giving at the finish. We will also have food and drinks for purchase which will benefit the Bermuda Zoological Society - please bring cash (small bills preferred!).

EVENT T-SHIRT COLLECTION

Note: This year we will NOT be doing an in person check in on Saturday morning. T-shirts will be collected after you finish the swim along with an event towel. This will enable you not to have to load your swim bag with a towel when you check in at your start dock.

Race Numbers and Swim Caps will be collected the Day of the Event from each respective Starting Dock.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a Charity Event and to date the Round The Sound swim has raised more than $400,000 for local charities. All Donations/pledges will be given to the Bermuda Zoological Society, Bermuda Registered Charity # 179, to support their educational and conservation programs. Visit www.bamz.org for more information. Donations may be made online until 31 October 2024.

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