ARENA Open Water Swim: Race 1

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 · 8:00 AMDubai

Overview

Data check - Did I register with the correct date of birth and gender?

When collecting your race pack, you will be asked your full name, gender and age. This is to check that you are collecting the correct race pack and that you are not entered into the wrong age category or gender. Please assist our staff with this data check to ensure the correct race results are recorded for all participants.

What are the support stations and where are they placed?

Refreshments at the finish line.

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Are there any Family Discounts available?

Family discounts are available for families of 3 or more wanting to enter this event, and are ONLY for parents and THEIR children and is offered by Super Sports to make it more economically viable for the whole family to participate. To avail of the family discount, please email support@supersportsuae.com, so that the family discount code can be given to you.

How do I change distance?

Sign into your account. Go to the event on the home page. Click on Manage Registration. Click on Change category. Change to a different distance.

Where can I find the Race Results?

Full results will be on the Super Sports website as soon as possible at SuperSportsUAE.com – click here.

Where can I find the Race Photos?

Photos can be found on your results page by clicking on the CAMERA icon and then doing a selfie search. Photos will be available 24 hours after the race has finished. Individual photos are not included in the race fee nor guaranteed.

Any additional information participants should know about?

All information regarding the Race (Race Briefing, Race Course etc.) can be found in the Event Downloads section of this Race (on the right side of this page), so ensure you have a clear understanding of the rules and regulations as well as what the course will look like / entail.

Why have I not received any race emails from the event organizer?

Race emails are sent during the week of the event. Make sure to register with the correct email ID so that you receive these emails.

Please note company email ID’s are often blocked by the company service provider. If you do not receive these emails, please check your spam, junk or promotions folder and mark us as ‘not spam’ to ensure that you receive future race information emails from us. If you still have any trouble with this, please contact us on support@supersportsuae.com.

If more than one athlete is registered using the same email ID, only one email will be sent, as the server only recognizes the email ID once.

1st race email with race number & all race info will be sent from Monday - Friday, during the week of the event, before 5pm.

2nd race email with race results and photo links will be sent on the Sunday - race day, before 8pm.

Race categories

Juniors -200m, 400m, 800m, 1600mAED 100

5–18 yrs

Adults - 400m, 800, 1600mAED 100

19+ yrs

Open - 2500mAED 100

12+ yrs

Open - 5000mAED 100

16+ yrs

Schedule: What are the Race Day Program & Timings?
• Be checked in at least 30 minutes before the start of your respective race.
• No need to be there from the beginning when Race Pack Collection opens.
• Once entered, you can swim in as many races as you choose to on the day except for 2.5km and 5km distances.
07h00: Race Pack Collection Opens for All Events
08h00: 2500 meters starts
08h00: 5000 meters starts
08h15: 1600 meters starts
09h00: 200 meters – Boys: under 13 years only starts
09h15: 200 meters – Girls: under 13 years only starts
09h30: 800 meters starts
10h00: 400 meters starts
10h00: Race Pack Collection for ALL races CLOSES
10h30: Relays: Juniors under 19 years
10h45: Relays: Adults over 18 years
11h00: Prize Giving
Route: What are the course highlights?
Plenty of lifeguards, calm waters, palm trees and beachfront vibe, pristine sand and 5*star beach facilities.
How easy/difficult is the course?
Calm flat waters, social to advanced swimmers.
Bib collection: How do I find my race number?
Race Numbers will be allocated once entries close and be available for download from midday on the Thursday before the Race.
When is Race Pack Collection and timing chip collection?
Your timing chip collection is on the morning of the race at Race Pack Collection which opens at 7am. No need to be there from the beginning when Race Pack Collection opens.
Race numbers will be emailed to all swimmers and will also be on show at Race Pack Collection on the morning of the race. Once you know your race number, proceed directly to your respective Timing chip collection desk.
Please check that all your data which is printed on the label of the race pack envelope is correct. This includes your name, age category, gender and distance and in the event of there being any errors, please let our Race Pack Collection staff know so we can change it for you so you have the correct result when finishing the race.
You must have checked in and received your timing chip 30 minutes before your race start.
How should I wear my timing chip?
Chips to be worn on your LEFT ankle with the chip number facing outward.
Parking: Spectator & Supporter Mamzar Park Entry:
All spectators and supporters wanting to enter Mamzar Beach Park, must have a valid park entry ticket to enter the park on Race Day. The entry ticket costs AED 5.
YOU HAVE 2 OPTIONS TO PURCHASE THE TICKET:
Option 1. Buy it at the park from the main entrance ticket office on Race Day.
Option 2. Buy it online through the app DESTINATIONS & MORE app by Dubai Municipality.
• Download the app
• Select Mamzar Beach Park
• Fill in your details and pay AED 5
• Your ticket will be available on your phone to use on Race Day
FOR PARTICIPANTS:
Your park entry fee is already covered by Super Sports. You’ll just need to wear the yellow Tyvek wristband (included in your race pack) at all times to move in and out of the park.
Parking & Other Useful Links:
Parking Link: Click here
Race Pack Collection link: Click here
• Follow marshall and signage directions to the Parking, Race Pack Collection and Start Line.
• Lots of parking available.
Rules: Refunds/Cancellations:
Once entries close or the event is sold out, no refunds are possible for whatever reason which includes and is not limited to: change in personal circumstances, sickness, travel restrictions, or any circumstances which may prevent you from participating in the event.
Unclaimed race packs including medal will be forfeited in full after the start of a respective distance.
Age requirements: What are the Distances & Age groups?
Age Groups are calculated as per your age on race day. Male and Female categories for all age groups
Overall winners are removed from the age category placings, so that the prizes are spread around more.
• 200m: 5 – 8 years, 9 – 10 years, 11 – 12 years
• 400m: 5 – 12 years, 13 – 18 years, 19 years+
• 800m: 5 – 12 years, 13 – 18 years, 19 years+
• 1600m: 5 – 12 years, 13 – 18 years, 19 – 29 years, 30 – 39 years, 40 – 49 years, 50 years+
• 2500m: 12 – 18 years, 19 – 39 years, 40 – 49 years, 50 years+
• 5000m: 16 – 18 years, 19 – 39 years, 40 – 49 years, 50 years+

Update history

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ARENA Open Water Swim: Race 1

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 · 8:00 AM