Emerald City Classic-Annual World Graded Championships
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location East Troy, Wisconsin
- Price $91.10
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Emerald City Classic – the Annual World Graded Championships taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the scenic East Troy, Walworth! This unique event invites swimmers of all ages and genders to dive into the excitement of open water swimming while competing for self-proclaimed "world championship" titles. With a focus on inclusivity, the championships feature age-graded and gender-based categories, ensuring every participant has a chance to shine and claim their bragging rights.
Join fellow swimming enthusiasts for a day filled with strong swims, camaraderie, and plenty of fun competition. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the thrill of the race, the Emerald City Classic promises to be a highlight of your summer. Participants can look forward to a swim cap, a stylish event T-shirt, and awards for each distance category. Don't miss out on this chance to make waves – register early to secure your spot and be part of this exciting celebration of the swimming community!
Join fellow swimming enthusiasts for a day filled with strong swims, camaraderie, and plenty of fun competition. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the thrill of the race, the Emerald City Classic promises to be a highlight of your summer. Participants can look forward to a swim cap, a stylish event T-shirt, and awards for each distance category. Don't miss out on this chance to make waves – register early to secure your spot and be part of this exciting celebration of the swimming community!
Organiser's Description
By the power vested in Shark Free Swimming by absolutely no governing body whatsoever, you are hereby invited to compete in the totally self proclaimed WORLD OPEN WATER SWIMMING GRADED CHAMPIONSHIPS-that we decided is the most prestigious open water swim event on this side of the galaxy. This once-in-lifetime (and also annual, if we feel like it) event will determine World Champions by Age and Gender, ensuring maximum inclusivity and a statistically impressive number of champions. Odds of winning a "world title" have never been better.
Come out and celebrate open water swimmers of all ages and genders through age-graded and gender-based results. While proudly _self-declared, _this event is designed to showcase performances across AGE- AND GENDER-BASED CATEGORIES, giving every swimmer a chance to compete for "world championship" bragging rights. The goal is to recognize outstanding performances across the entire swimming community, not just elite competitors.
Whether you're racing for glory, personal best, or just a great swim experience, this event is all about strong swims, good company, and a bit of fun competition.
Hope to see you at the "CHAMPIONSHIPS"!
Registration Includes: Swim cap, T-shirt w/logo, awards for each distance (age, gender and overall), and timed results. (PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATIONS AFTER AUGUST 3RD WILL NOT RECEIVE A T-SHIRT)
Come out and celebrate open water swimmers of all ages and genders through age-graded and gender-based results. While proudly _self-declared, _this event is designed to showcase performances across AGE- AND GENDER-BASED CATEGORIES, giving every swimmer a chance to compete for "world championship" bragging rights. The goal is to recognize outstanding performances across the entire swimming community, not just elite competitors.
Whether you're racing for glory, personal best, or just a great swim experience, this event is all about strong swims, good company, and a bit of fun competition.
Hope to see you at the "CHAMPIONSHIPS"!
Registration Includes: Swim cap, T-shirt w/logo, awards for each distance (age, gender and overall), and timed results. (PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATIONS AFTER AUGUST 3RD WILL NOT RECEIVE A T-SHIRT)
Races
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1.2 Mile Swim-Non Wetsuit
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$91.10
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1.2 Mile Swim-Wetsuit
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$91.10
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2.4 Mile Swim-Non Wetsuit
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$91.10
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2.4 Mile Swim-Wetsuit
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$91.10
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Location
N8465 Townline Rd, East Troy, 53066, WI, United States
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