Meet the Committee: An Interview with Tim Pillay
11 March 2026
Hello! My name is Tim and I volunteer as treasurer of the CLDSA. 1. Tell us about your swimming journey so far. My swimming journey has just […]
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Interview with Meinhardt Esterhuizen About his False Bay Crossing.
27 February 2026
Meinhardt Esterhuizen (age 16) recently completed a False Bay Crossing, in the Skins Category. He is one of the youngest swimmers to complete this route and […]
Meet the 2025/2026 Summit Swimmers
17 February 2026
The CLDSA Summit Programme was created to sponsor and mentor developmental swimmers to complete their first Robben Island Crossing. Each year members of the CLDSA are […]
Meet the Committee: An Interview with Anya Ragaller.
6 February 2026
As Vice-Chair of the Cape Long Distance Swimming Association, I care deeply about growing open water swimming in South Africa. I enjoy open water swimming who […]
Official Swim Rules of the CLDSA
30 January 2026
For a swim to be officially recognised by the CLDSA, there are a few rules. These rules are particularly important for the safety of the swimmers. […]
Interview with Guy Wilson About his Robben Island Crossing.
23 January 2026
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 […]
Kay Bales Memorial – 18 January
21 January 2026
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 […]
CLDSA Swim Routes: Miller’s Point to Fish Hoek 10.5km
13 January 2026
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 […]
In Loving Memory of Kay Bales
9 January 2026
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 […]