A vibrant non-profit community of swimmers who love the ocean. Based in Williamstown, Victoria — where Port Phillip Bay is our pool.
Who We Are
Melbourne Open Water Swimming Club (MOWSC) is a non-profit association dedicated to supporting people to swim in the open water. We work with other organisations and swim clubs to provide open water swimming opportunities for all abilities.
We compete in Masters Swimming Victoria meets and championships, and host nine annual events on the beautiful waters around Williamstown and beyond.
When you join MOWSC, you're not just becoming a member — you're joining a vibrant community of swimmers who love the ocean as much as you do.
Every Saturday
Through the Year
Nine iconic events across Victoria's finest open water. Members enjoy priority entry and discounted rates.
Moments in the Water
Highlights from our swims, events and the community behind MOWSC.
More photos and videos coming soon — got a great swim shot? Send it through to the committee.
Membership
One simple annual membership — join anytime and pay a pro-rata rate for the remainder of the year. Whether you're an ocean veteran or just discovering open water, MOWSC has a place for you.
Safety First
Safety is paramount at MOWSC. We are proud to have trained first aiders present at our swims, supported by our sports grants funding. All members are encouraged to complete the free First Aid & CPR training included with membership.
Useful Resources
Club Partners
MOWSC works with trusted coaching partners to give members access to more swim training options — with exclusive member discounts.
WOW Swim Coaching offers expert-led squad sessions, group lessons, and individual coaching for open water and pool swimmers of all levels. As a MOWSC partner, members enjoy discounted access across their full program.
External partner — not an official MOWSC service. Bookings managed directly through WOW Swim Coaching.
With Thanks To
MOWSC is grateful to the local businesses and organisations who support our club and our members.