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SWIMATHON 2024 presented by TriFactor

9 - 10 November 2024
Sukjai Beach (Ban Amphur Beach), Jomtien, Chonburi

The return of Open Water Swimming, The only one activity in Thailand that combines all levels of swimmers. impressing open water swimmers for more than 8 consecutive years, responding to the growth of expatriates and Thai swimming enthusiasts with high security standards. Mellow atmosphere of friendship between lovers of the same type of outdoor sports.

Swimathon has been held for the 9th consecutive year. This event is more challenging than ever by Added a new race type, Aquathlon, that combines a race, run, and swim race in the same race. The event consisted of the SWIMATHON (10 km), Half SWIMATHON (5 km), SPRINT (2 km) and the FUN Swim (1 km) with Aquathlon 2 distances: Long distance Aquathlon comprising of 4.4 kilometer run, 2 kilometer swim and return to the finish line in 4.4 kilometer, the Aquathlon Short Distance consists of a 2.2 kilometer run, a 1 kilometer swim and a 2.2 kilometer finish line.

The activity was held at Sukjai Beach (Bann Amphur Beach), Na Chom Thian Subdistrict Municipality, Sattahip District, Chonburi Province on October 28-29, 2023, with the cooperation of Na JomThian Municipality being responsible for preparing the event location. Along with facilitating under the budget allocation of activities. Some of the income from the application fee is also used to support sports activities in the schools in the area responsible for the Na Jomtien Municipality.

Objective

  1. To promote Thailand as a venue for water sports competitions in Asian and global leagues.
  2. To promote the growth of the tourism industry and bring about economic benefits with increased employment. have investments and generate income into the country
  3. To promote the tourist attractions, culture and way of life of Thailand to the international level even more.
  1. SWIMATHON 10 KM RACE
  2. HALF SWIMATHON 5KM RACE
  3. SPRINT 2 km race
  4. FUN SWIM 1 kilometer race
  5. TEAM race of 3 kilometers (1 kilometer per relay team)
  6. Aquathlon Long-distance 4.4km Run, 2km Swim and 4.4km Run
  7. Aquathlon Short-distance 2.2km Run, 1km Swim and 2.2km Run

Categories

SWIMATHON 10 KM.
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿2,240
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿2,500
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿2,800
Half SWIMATHON 5 KM.
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿2,000
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿2,300
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿2,500
SPRINT 2 KM. [Open 15 - 60 years.]
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿1,400
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿1,600
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿1,800
SPRINT 2 KM. [Youth 7 - 14 years.]
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿1,200
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿1,300
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿1,500
FUN SWIM 1 KM. [Open 15 - 60 years.]
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿950
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿1,100
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿1,200
FUN SWIM 1 KM. [Youth 7 - 14 years.]
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿800
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿900
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿1,000
TEAMS (3 person relay team)
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿2,400
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿2,700
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿3,000
Aquathlon (Long Distance)
ระยะไกล (วิ่ง 4.4 กิโลเมตร, ว่ายน้ำ 2 กิโลเมตร, วิ่ง 4.4 กิโลเมตร) ปล่อยตัววันอาทิตย์ที่ 10 พฤศจิกายน 2567 เวลา 05.30 น. ก่อนการปล่อยตัว Aquathlon ระยะสั้นด้วยประเภทกีฬาวิ่ง ณ บริเวณจุดปล่อยตัว
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿2,400
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿2,600
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿3,000
Aquathlon (Short Distance)
ระยะสั้น (วิ่ง 2.2 กิโลเมตร, ว่ายน้ำ 1 กิโลเมตร, วิ่ง 2.2 กิโลเมตร) ปล่อยตัววันอาทิตย์ที่ 10 พฤศจิกายน 2567 เวลา 05.45 น. หลังการปล่อยตัว Aquathlon ระยะไกลด้วยประเภทกีฬาวิ่ง ณ บริเวณจุดปล่อยตัว
Tier 1
Until June 15, 2024
฿2,400
Tier 2
Jun 16 - Jul 31, 2024
฿2,600
Normal
From August 1, 2024
฿3,000

General rules

  1. Competition rules are the information that all athletes agree to participate in activities under all rules and conditions.
  2. All athletes have come to understand the difference in the location of the SWIMATHON 2024 activities, travel to participate in the event. Self preparation, accommodation arrangements before registering to confirm the competition.
  3. All athletes have checked and are confident that they are healthy and ready to compete. According to the distance chosen to participate in the competition and was responsible for preparing and training the body to participate in the competition activities on the day of the event.
  4. Doping is the most serious taboo of this competition. Athletes understand the prohibition of doping under the doping laws. that protects athletes and participants in all kinds of sports competitions.
  5. Athletes participating in the competition must follow the instructions of the staff at all times during the event. Since the start of payment to participate in the event.
  6. Competition technical officials have the ultimate jurisdiction. In deciding to leave the competition if there is a reason to consider the health of the competitor together with the medical staff. to treat injury or loss of life In case of leaving the competition or being disqualified from the competition in the preliminary case It is the responsibility of that contestant to submit personal information such as name-surname, age, congenital disease, emergency contact name, along with returning the timer device to the field staff immediately.
  7. Assistance from friends, relatives, coaches and sponsors is not permitted while on the race course. It is the duty of all athletes to immediately refuse any attempt to assist. Otherwise, the contestant will be immediately disqualified from the competition.
  8. May everyone compete in consideration of fair competition. Strictly comply with competition rules and regulations. Competitors are not allowed to obstruct and endanger other competitors. Including not being allowed to behave in a disrespectful manner towards staff, volunteers, medical staff. Including expressions of words that cause the other party to feel uncomfortable about any actions that occur in organizing the activities from the date of deciding to register to participate in the activities. destruction of the natural environment destruction of environmental pollution It is the duty of all athletes to avoid.
  9. Other regulations not mentioned in the rules of participation in this competition. Let's be the decision-making authority of the Race director. or field director or other referees assigned by the competition director to decide on such additional conditions.
  10. Rules and regulations of this competition may be modified and amended during the competition. By notifying the participants in advance before the start of the competition. But it must be under the condition that it does not infringe on the rights of the contestants.

Participation in the competition

  1. Athletes can participate in the race according to the distance registered and paid for participation in more than 1 race, depending on the physical condition and the management of the competition in each distance.
  2. Race routes announced for applications Modifications may be made at the opinion of the Competition Director and Field Committee. for the safety of the participants It was announced before the start of the competition. 13.There are 4 distances used in SWIMATHON 2024: 1 kilometer, 2 kilometers, 5 kilometers and 10 kilometers. ) Long distance of Aquarthlon (4.4km run, 2km swim, 4.4km run) and Short distance of Aquathlon (2.2km run, 1km swim, 2.2km run) 14.Athletes of all types swimming in the field must wear a “Swimming buoy" at all times of the competition. It must be checked for use at all times. The “Swimming buoy” must be clearly visible and in a form suitable for use. The race committee is not allowed to compete on the field if it is found that athletes do not wear “Swimming buoy" by having the power to invite athletes who are not wearing “Swimming buoy" to leave the competition without prior notice. For safety reasons and to maintain competitive security standards. 15.An emergency on the field of competition is at the discretion of the race director, In medical treatment consider sending nearby hospitals and medical treatment methods under the supervision of a specialist doctor on the race. Athletes must provide truthful health information for emergency medical care.
  3. Athletes must listen to the rules and conditions of participating in each competition every time. by the Course director will clarify the rules of the competition 15 minutes prior to the competition.

Match statistics

SWIMATHON X AQUATHLON 2024 is a competition. that collects results from time to time The details are as follows. 17. Competition with Chip Timing system will store your results. 18. Age division of participants Based on the date and time on the date of payment of the application fee. The system will calculate according to the day, month, year of birth and deducted by the automatic system, as well as specifying the age of the competition and notifying via the email response system specified in the application process. 19. For efficiency in recording the results of the competition Athletes must wear a timing device at all times during the race. Unnecessary dismissal during the match is not allowed. or not in the field committee's discretion.

The release begins the race and the testing of the playing field.

This competition consists of 2 sports competitions as follows:

Aquathlon

  1. Long-distance (running 4.4 kilometers, swimming 2 kilometers, running 4.4 kilometers) released on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 5:30 a.m. before the release of Aquathlon, a short-distance running sport type at the release point.
  2. Short distance (run 2.2 kilometers, swim 1 kilometer, run 2.2 kilometers) released on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 5:45 a.m. after the long-distance Aquathlon release with the type of running sport at the release point.

SWIMATHON

  1. SWIMATHON distance (10 kilometers) released on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 6:00 a.m. before the start of the race or as recommended by the field umpire. Which the release of all athletes must enter the competition preparation area and be inspected for mandatory equipment by the officials, so they can pass through the release area.
  2. Half SWIMATHON distance (5 kilometers) released on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 6:15 a.m. before the start of the race or as recommended by the field umpire. Which the release of all athletes must enter the competition preparation area and be inspected for mandatory equipment by the officials, so they can pass through the release area.
  3. SPRINT distance (2 kilometers) released on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. before the start of the race or as recommended by the field committee. In which the release of all athletes must enter the competition preparation area and be inspected for mandatory equipment by the officials, so they can pass through the release area.
  4. Distance FUN SWIM (1 kilometer) released on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 4:15 p.m. before the start of the race or as recommended by the field committee. In which the release of all athletes must enter the competition preparation area and be inspected for mandatory equipment by the officials, so they can pass through the release area.
  5. TEAMS (3 relay teams) released on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 4:15 p.m. before the start of the competition or as recommended by the field committee. Which the release of all athletes must enter the competition preparation area and be inspected for mandatory equipment by the officials, so they can pass through the release area.

*** For safety in the competition, everyone who applied to participate in the competition. Attend the race briefing to inform the competition information before the race every time.

AGE DIVISIONS

SWIMATHON (10 KM.)

Male Female
15 – 19 years old 15 – 19 years old
20 – 29 years old 20 – 29 years old
30 – 39 years old 30 – 39 years old
40 – 49 years old 40 – 49 years old
50 – 59 years old 50 Year & Above
60 Year & Above

Half SWIMATHON (5 KM.)

Male Female
15 – 19 years old 15 – 19 years old
20 – 29 years old 20 – 29 years old
30 – 39 years old 30 – 39 years old
40 – 49 years old 40 – 49 years old
50 – 59 years old 50 Year & Above
60 Year & Above

SPRINT (2 KM.)

Male Female
Open (15 – 60 years old) Open (15 – 60 years old)
Youth male (7 – 14 years old) Youth male (7 – 14 years old)

FUN SWIM (1 KM.)

Male Female
Open (15 – 60 years old) Open (15 – 60 years old)
Youth male (7 – 14 years old) Youth male (7 – 14 years old)

Aquathlon (Long Distance)

Male Female
15 – 29 years old 15 – 29 years old
30 – 49 years old 30 – 49 years old
50 Year & Above 50 Year & Above

Aquathlon (Short Distance)

Male Female
15 – 29 years old 15 – 29 years old
30 – 49 years old 30 – 49 years old
50 Year & Above 50 Year & Above

Division is calculated from "year of birth"

Prizes and prize money are determined in accordance with all of the above contest conditions and regulations. In which the winner must be the person who has registered and paid correctly according to the conditions along with being able to show proof of identity with the name and surname matching the name list announced the winner of the competition only.

Award

SWIMATHON

  • Gold medal, 1st place winner of all age categories (divided male/female)
  • Silver medals, 2nd place winners, all age groups (divided male / female)
  • Bronze medals, 3rd place winners in all age categories (divided male/female)

Half SWIMATHON

  • Gold medal, 1st place winner of all age categories (divided male/female)
  • Silver medals, 2nd place winners, all age groups (divided male / female)
  • Bronze medals, 3rd place winners in all age categories (divided male/female)

SPRINT

  • Gold medal, 1st place winner of all age categories (divided male/female)
  • Silver medals, 2nd place winners, all age groups (divided male / female)
  • Bronze medals, 3rd place winners in all age categories (divided male/female)

FUN SWIM

  • Gold medal, 1st place winner of all age categories (divided male/female)
  • Silver medals, 2nd place winners, all age groups (divided male / female)
  • Bronze medals, 3rd place winners in all age categories (divided male/female)

TEAMS

  • Gold medal, 1st place winner of all SWIMMER
  • Silver medals, 2nd place winners, all age SWIMMER
  • Bronze medals, 3rd place winners in all age SWIMMER

Aquathlon Long Distance

  • Trophies for the 1st place winners of each age group (divided male/female)
  • Trophies for the 2nd place winners of each age group (divided male/female)
  • Trophies for the 3rd place winners of each age group (divided male/female)

Aquathlon Short Distance

  • Trophies for the 1st place winners of each age group (divided male/female)
  • Trophies for the 2nd place winners of each age group (divided male/female)
  • Trophies for the 3rd place winners of each age group (divided male/female)

Note : The organizer does not have a policy to deliver prizes after the competition. In case of being unable to pick up by yourself, please send a representative with proof of identification to receive the prize instead.

PRIZE PRIZE PAYMENTS are awarded only to the 1st-3rd place swimmers of each distance. The prize money is divided as follows:

SWIMATHON

  • Prize money of 5,000 baht for the winner of the 1st overall competition (divided male / female).
  • Prize money of 3,000 baht for the winner of the 2nd overall competition (divided male / female).
  • Prize money of 2,000 baht for the winner of the 3rd overall competition (divided male / female).

Half SWIMATHON

  • Prize money of 3,000 baht for the winner of the 1st overall competition(divided male / female).
  • Prize money of 2,000 baht for the winner of the 2nd overall competition(divided male / female).
  • Prize money of 1,500 baht for the winner of the 3rd overall competition(divided male / female).

SPRINT

  • Prize money of 2,000 baht for the winner of the 1st overall competition(divided male / female).
  • Prize money of 1,500 baht for the winner of the 2nd overall competition(divided male / female).
  • Prize money of 1,000 baht for the winner of the 3rd overall competition(divided male / female).

Note: Please prepare a copy of your ID card to deduct 5% withholding tax as required by law. (Prize recipients of 1,000 baht or more pay 5% income tax)

Dress

How to dress for participation in the competition Please check to comply with this requirement only.

  • Wear only the swimming caps obtained from the competition. For your safety, the field judges will not allow athletes to wear other forms of swimming caps to compete in the field.
  • Wear a distinctively colored "buoy" and must be in an inflated condition at all times on the playing field. The competition repeats! The field umpire will invite athletes who are not wearing a "buoy" to leave the field as soon as they are found to be not wearing a “buoy". Athletes must cross the finish line with the "buoy" used in the competition only. Those who do not wear a "buoy" at the finish line will be disqualified from the race without notice at the finish line.
  • Wear goggles throughout the competition.
  • Swimmers must wear competitive swimwear. indecent It is not allowed to wear wetsuits in competitions. In case of amendments to the conditions will be announced in advance of the competition.
  • Time recording devices will be given to competitors on race day only. Competitors must return them to the judges at the finish line on race day only. In case of loss, the contestant must pay damages in the amount of 2,000 baht (price excludes VAT).
  • The race number must be in a prominent position. Before the competition, the staff will write at least 1 position on the arm above the back of the right hand.
  • Electronic devices such as stopwatches, heart rate monitors, and GPS are allowed in the water. Music players of any kind are not permitted on the course. If found violating the field committee, he will immediately be disqualified from the competition. This is for safety standards and emergency assistance.
  • Any other swimming aids such as motorized buoys, paddles, fins, special gloves, etc. are not permitted. There are no exceptions in any case. for equality and fairness in participating in activities of all athletes.

Consideration for expulsion from the competition.

for the safety of the participants The event organizer can consider forcing competitors to leave the field of play according to the following reasons.

  • When swimmers are on the court for more than the specified time Due to the blocking of water traffic in the area used as a competition field.
  • Unfavorable weather conditions for the race, such as storms, strong winds that make it difficult to see during the race, etc.
  • When an athlete sends a signal for help, is in a state of dehydration, exhausted body, unable to continue on the field, etc.
  • Did not pass the range buoy in the specified time and location
  • Athletes with inappropriate behavior Failure to follow the instructions of the referees and field staff. Including using inappropriate words Mayhem or hurting with inappropriate words to other participants.
  • When the athlete shows a gesture asking for help by raising both hands.

Registration for the competition

Registration for the Race is personal. Name change is not allowed to transfer any rights if there is a reason to change the name. Competition period after payment According to the change fee conditions as stated below In the event that the person who paid the registration fee to participate in the competition is unable to participate in the competition on the day of the event The event organizer does not have a refund policy in any case. No race equipment will be delivered after the race in any case. Unless there is a reasonable cause and under the discretion of the competition director only. The person who pays for the application fee to participate in the activity agrees to be responsible for the delivery expenses only.

Changing the race distance is subject to the following conditions;

  • The race distance can be changed by increasing the race distance. The fee for changing the price range is 300 baht, plus the difference from the current application rate calculation.
  • Can change the race distance by reducing the race distance. The fee for changing the price range is 300 baht, the difference will not be refunded in any case.
  • Changing the name or the right to participate in the race can be done at the discretion of the race director and there will be a price change fee of 300 baht. No refund of the difference in all cases. Only 1 time can be done.
  • For modifying information for accuracy, such as date of birth, age model, spelling of name-surname no fees charged can be done an unlimited number of times.

Notification of change of information specified above Changes can be made 15 days prior to the race only. In case of changing the name and distance on the race day, a fee of 1,000 baht will be charged per 1 change.

Things received from the participation fee are as follows:

  • Eligibility to participate in competitive events by generation Application fee payment period
  • Running numbers for Aquathlon athletes for both distances.
  • Accident insurance Sum insured 100,000 baht per person
  • Assistance throughout the competition.
  • Drinking water and food service stations during the competition Depends on the distance to participate in the activity.
  • Chip timing equipment must be returned after the race.
  • Electronic certificate.
  • Medical services during the competition.
  • Bathing stations in the work area.
  • Lunch served on match day.
  • Trophy ceremony
  • Medals for 1st-3rd places for swimming competition winners.
  • A trophy for the winner of the competition for the Aquathlon category.
  • Commemorative medals for everyone who participated in the competition.
  • The commemorative jerseys are based on the theme of each stadium.
  • Prize money for winners according to the specified conditions.

Competition participation and accident insurance conditions.

All athletes who have paid to participate in the competition are free of health problems that are dangerous and hinder their participation in the competition. You also accept the risks involved in participating in the competition and agree to be responsible in the event of an emergency arising from failure to report a health defect. By paying the application fee to participate in the competition The Promoter assumes that you have met and accepted all of the conditions stated above. Competitors under the age of 18 must have their parent's permission signed in writing along with a consent form on the day of race day (same day of race).

  • SWIMATHON distance Competitors must be at least 15 years old.
  • Half SWIMATHON: Competitors must be at least 15 years old.
  • SPRINT phase, contestants must be at least 10 years old.
  • FUN SWIM Term: Competitors must be at least 7 years old.
  • Aquathlon Long Distance competitors must be at least 15 years old.
  • Aquathlon Short Distance competitors must be at least 15 years old.

Competitive timing

SWIMATHON competition for safety, does not interfere with traffic on the sea route. Therefore, there are requirements for scheduling competitions as follows:

  • SWIMATHON DISTANCE All athletes must reach the finish line within 6 hours of launch from shore. (must pass km 6 in 3 hours, must pass km 8 in 5 hours)
  • HALF SWIMATHON All athletes must reach the finish line within 3.30 hours of launch from shore. (Must pass the 4th kilometer in 2.30 hours)
  • SPRINT DISTANCE All athletes must reach the finish line within 2.30 hours of launch from shore.
  • FUN SWIM TERMS All athletes must reach the finish line within 1.30 hours from the time they are released from the shore.

Cancellation of the competition

All payers of the registration fee for the competition are aware of the risks and are ready to participate. Including having studied the rules and conditions for applying to participate in the activities specified in the preliminary If there is a reason to cancel the competition due to natural disasters, storms, terrorism. Political protests that result in the inability to organize activities The race director and event committee reserve the right to cancel the race. Or postpone the competition by notifying the reason for the cancellation before the competition. And waive the refund of the application fee, time cost and other expenses to the registrants participating in the competition.

Personal information of contest participants

We would like to inform you that The organizer of the event has the right to access the personal data that you have filled in the contest registration system. This is for medical treatment, including forwarding information for medical purposes. Protecting the interests of the competitors giving of prizes giving of prizes. Contacting people identified as emergency contacts Images, both still images and videos, various animations. that occurred on the day of the event for public relations, organizing activities, etc.

Finisher Medal

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RACE SHIRT

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SWIMCAP

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RACE ROUTE

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Race pack collection

Saturday 9 November 2024

For self-collection, please bring along :

  • Registration Tracking Number or Barcode (email or check from here)
  • Citizen ID Card/Passport

Participants who are unable to collect their Race Entry Packs during the REPC collection dates may authorise representatives to collect them on their behalf. All authorised representatives are required to produce the following documentation upon collection :

  • Registration Tracking Number or Barcode (email or check from here)
  • Citizen ID Card/Passport of representative
  • A photocopy of the participant’s Citizen ID Card/Passport

Race schedule

Saturday, November 9, 2024

Sukjai Beach (Ban Amphur Beach), Jomtien, Chonburi
Time Description
10:00 Open the event area to Race Pack Collection Open space to showcase products and services
16:00 Release of SPRINT SWIMATHON competitors
16:15 FUN SWIM KIDS 1 kilometer race
16:15 FUN SWIM TEAMS 3 km distance competition (1 km relay team)
18:00 Welcome party and Meeting to clarify the competition
20:00 End

Sunday, November 10, 2024

Sukjai Beach (Ban Amphur Beach), Jomtien, Chonburi
Time Description
05:00 Open the event area to showcase products and services
05:30 Release the Aquathlon long distance competitors
05:45 Released Aquathlon short distance competitors
06:00 Release of SWIMATHON competitors
06:30 Release of the competitors Half SWIMATHON
10:00 Award ceremony for the winners of the competition
11:00 Have lunch
12:00 END
** Adjust the time according to the rising and falling of the sun

Contact information

General information (Event organizer)
Registration system (Runlah)
Facebook Messenger
(Mon-Fri 10:00 - 17:00)

Contact

Official Facebook : Thailand Swimathon

General Questions (Organizer)

Problem Registering (Runlah)

(10:00 - 17:00 Mon - Fri)