Guy Wilson (age 78) recently completed his Robben Island Crossing in the Wetsuit Category. Tell us about your Robben Island Crossing.It was a magical swim from
On 18 January, we gathered to remember Kay Bales, one of the original founders of the Cape Long Distance Swimming Association. Long-standing CLDSA members were present
False Bay is the largest bay along the South African coastline. It is a beautiful body of water with a number of well recognised and supported
Kay Bales, a lifetime member of the CLDSA, was born on 10 October 1942 and passed away on 4 January 2026. Her husband, Peter, was one
I’m an optimist who doesn’t always think things all the way through and tends to imagine the best possible outcome. I’m also a mom and a
Preparing for a Robben Island Crossing with Michelle Petring As we say good bye to the Cape Town winter and head into our summer season, a
The season changed and as it did, Cape Town Open Swimmers emerged from winter. On a fabulous spring day in September, the West Coast National Park
The Annual General Meeting of the CLDSA is a highlight of the Open Water Swimming Year. It is an evening when CSLDA members gather together to
CLDSA Swim Routes: Robben Island The iconic Robben Island Crossing from the World Heritage Site, Robben Island to Blouberg Beach, is a very popular swim route.
