A Celebration of Experience
The Alcatraz Swim with the Centurions is our annual event dedicated to swimmers aged 60 and over. The combined age of participating teams must total 100 years or more — a living testament to the fact that open water swimming has no age limit.
Event Details
- Distance: 2.4 km (standard Alcatraz Crossing course)
- Eligibility: Swimmers aged 60+ only; team combined age of 100+ years
- Wetsuits: Permitted
- Format: Team relay or individual, depending on entry
Why This Event Matters
Open water swimming offers lifelong health and community benefits. The Centurions event celebrates those who have made open water swimming a lifelong pursuit. Many of our Centurions participants have been crossing the Bay for 20+ years. Completing this crossing as part of the Centurions is one of the most moving experiences in open water sport.