Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim
- Date Sun 3rd August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Long Branch, New Jersey
- Price $30.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim on Sunday, August 3, 2025, in picturesque Long Branch, Monmouth! This exciting event invites swimmers of all skill levels to take on a rectangular course that starts and finishes at the vibrant Pier Village. With the ocean temperature typically in the comfortable high 60s to low 70s, competitors will have a refreshing experience as they swim one mile along the beautiful shoreline.
Participants will need to pre-register by August 2, as there will be no race day registration. The cost is $30 if you register before August 1, and $40 from August 1 to 2. Join us for a fantastic morning with packet pick-up from 6:30 to 7:30 AM, and the race kicking off at 8 AM. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn custom awards for top finishers and age group categories! Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a first-timer, the Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim promises to be a memorable event filled with community spirit and oceanic adventure!
Participants will need to pre-register by August 2, as there will be no race day registration. The cost is $30 if you register before August 1, and $40 from August 1 to 2. Join us for a fantastic morning with packet pick-up from 6:30 to 7:30 AM, and the race kicking off at 8 AM. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn custom awards for top finishers and age group categories! Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a first-timer, the Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim promises to be a memorable event filled with community spirit and oceanic adventure!
Organiser's Description
LONG BRANCH OCEAN MILE SWIM
SUNDAY - AUGUST 3
**PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY ON/BEFORE AUGUST 2!!: LONG BRANCH OCEAN MILE REGISTRATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/LongBranch/LongBranchOceanMileSwim]
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!!!
COST:
$30: Before August 1
$40: August 1 - 2
RESULTS:
* 2024 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-476372;perpage:100]
2023 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-396004;perpage:100]
2022 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-330139;perpage:100]
2021 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-267774;perpage:100]
2019 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/44645#resultSetId-167184;perpage:100]
2018 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/44645#resultSetId-127689;perpage:100]
2017 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/44645#resultSetId-90185;perpage:100]
2016 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/50367/results/Event/575790/Course/863210]
2015 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/50367/results/Event/474727/Results]
2014 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/50367/results/Event/364989/Results]
WHAT:
We're looking forward to welcoming you back to the 2024 Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim. The race will again follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village...
WHERE:
Pier Village
66 Centennial Drive
Long Branch, NJ 07740
_*This address will bring you within 50m of the gazebo where packet pick-up is located...but the closer you can park to the beach, the better._
_Parking is FREE until 10am, so if you intend to stay past 10am, please be sure you pay the meters._
WHEN:
Sunday August 3
Packet Pick-up: 630-730am
Race Start: 8am
FAQ'S:
What is the typical water temperature?
_o Ocean temperatures are typically in the high 60s/low-70s._
Are wetsuits allowed?
_o Wetsuits are allowed, but those wearing wetsuits are not eligible for awards._
How is the course set up?
_o The race will follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village._
Is there a cut-off time?
_ All racers will be removed from the course 1-hour 10-minutes after the start._
What are the awards/categories?
_o Hand-painted, custom awards will be presented to the Top-5 overall (M/F) & the following age groups (M/F):_
_ 14&Under_
_ 15-19_
_ 20-29_
_ 30-39_
_ 40-49_
_ 50-59_
_ 60-69_
_ 70+_
If you have any other questions, please e-mail race director, Brian Shea:
[email protected]
WHO IS COACH BRIAN?
o Brian Shea comes to the program with a wealth of experience in endurance sports as an athlete, coach and consultant. He is the Founder & Head Coach/Consultant at Jersey Shore/Asbury Masters & Long Branch Ocean Swims & for over 25 years, has competed in all levels of endurance sports from 5K to Ultra-marathon Swims/Runs to Ironman.
o He has raced/won triathlons in the United States & abroad with multiple Ironman finishes including Ironman Hawaii with Personal Bests of:
5k - 15:54
Marathon - 2:49
Ironman - 9:31
Most recently, Brian has (7) top-10 finishes at the 8+mile Annual Swim for Alligator Light (Islamorada FL) as well as podium finishes at the United States Lifesaving Association National Championships.
o On the coaching side, Brian is a certified coach having formulated training and sports nutrition programs for athletes ranging from beginner to professional.
If you have any questions, please respond to this post & we'll circle back w/ you ASAP...OR if you'd like to contact Coach Brian directly, you can do so at: [email protected]
SUNDAY - AUGUST 3
**PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY ON/BEFORE AUGUST 2!!: LONG BRANCH OCEAN MILE REGISTRATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/LongBranch/LongBranchOceanMileSwim]
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!!!
COST:
$30: Before August 1
$40: August 1 - 2
RESULTS:
* 2024 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-476372;perpage:100]
2023 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-396004;perpage:100]
2022 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-330139;perpage:100]
2021 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116756#resultSetId-267774;perpage:100]
2019 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/44645#resultSetId-167184;perpage:100]
2018 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/44645#resultSetId-127689;perpage:100]
2017 [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/44645#resultSetId-90185;perpage:100]
2016 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/50367/results/Event/575790/Course/863210]
2015 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/50367/results/Event/474727/Results]
2014 [https://www.athlinks.com/event/50367/results/Event/364989/Results]
WHAT:
We're looking forward to welcoming you back to the 2024 Long Branch Ocean Mile Swim. The race will again follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village...
WHERE:
Pier Village
66 Centennial Drive
Long Branch, NJ 07740
_*This address will bring you within 50m of the gazebo where packet pick-up is located...but the closer you can park to the beach, the better._
_Parking is FREE until 10am, so if you intend to stay past 10am, please be sure you pay the meters._
WHEN:
Sunday August 3
Packet Pick-up: 630-730am
Race Start: 8am
FAQ'S:
What is the typical water temperature?
_o Ocean temperatures are typically in the high 60s/low-70s._
Are wetsuits allowed?
_o Wetsuits are allowed, but those wearing wetsuits are not eligible for awards._
How is the course set up?
_o The race will follow a rectangular course, with both the start AND finish in Pier Village._
Is there a cut-off time?
_ All racers will be removed from the course 1-hour 10-minutes after the start._
What are the awards/categories?
_o Hand-painted, custom awards will be presented to the Top-5 overall (M/F) & the following age groups (M/F):_
_ 14&Under_
_ 15-19_
_ 20-29_
_ 30-39_
_ 40-49_
_ 50-59_
_ 60-69_
_ 70+_
If you have any other questions, please e-mail race director, Brian Shea:
[email protected]
WHO IS COACH BRIAN?
o Brian Shea comes to the program with a wealth of experience in endurance sports as an athlete, coach and consultant. He is the Founder & Head Coach/Consultant at Jersey Shore/Asbury Masters & Long Branch Ocean Swims & for over 25 years, has competed in all levels of endurance sports from 5K to Ultra-marathon Swims/Runs to Ironman.
o He has raced/won triathlons in the United States & abroad with multiple Ironman finishes including Ironman Hawaii with Personal Bests of:
5k - 15:54
Marathon - 2:49
Ironman - 9:31
Most recently, Brian has (7) top-10 finishes at the 8+mile Annual Swim for Alligator Light (Islamorada FL) as well as podium finishes at the United States Lifesaving Association National Championships.
o On the coaching side, Brian is a certified coach having formulated training and sports nutrition programs for athletes ranging from beginner to professional.
If you have any questions, please respond to this post & we'll circle back w/ you ASAP...OR if you'd like to contact Coach Brian directly, you can do so at: [email protected]
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