2025 State Open & MC Championships

To ensure the smooth running of this event, SwimmingSA will implement a photo accreditation system to manage access to the venue, restricted areas and create a safe and orderly experience for everyone. Accreditation is required for all participants – this includes coaches, athletes, team support, sport science, event management, contractors, technical officials and volunteers. Accreditations must be worn in a visible position while attending the event. Your club will receive all accreditations in their club pack, so please check with your club for collection details

Accreditation applications submitted after the deadline will require approval by SwimmingSA and incur a $50.00 fee. If you lose or misplace your accreditation pass, a replacement can be purchased for $25.00. A $15.00 refund will be provided if the original pass is found and returned to event entry. We encourage all participants to submit applications on time and take care of their accreditation pass throughout the event.

Nominate for an accreditation

Pool Deck Access Policy

Club Team Manager Policy

Access to the event is available through Event Entry only. We ask all attendees to be patient whilst queuing at the entry points. Accreditation Entry will not be in use for this event.

All spectators are required to purchase tickets through Swim Central to gain entry to the venue. Please note that tickets will not be available for purchase onsite. There is no need to print your ticket. Event staff will ask for your name upon entry to confirm your booking. Officials do not need to purchase a spectator ticket however must be nominated online through Swim Central prior to the event. Session passes are only available online, and ticket prices are higher at the gate.

Purchase your tickets here

Get ready to show your support with official even merchandise from SwimmingSA partner, Team Elite. Whether you want to plan ahead, or shop during the event, Team Elite has you covered. Merchandise can be pre-ordered online before the meet or purchased in person at their stand located on the concourse at the venue. For those who like to secure their gear early, online orders are now open. Don’t miss the chance to grab your favourite items.

Pre-order event merchandise

Pre-Meet Training: There is pre-meet training is available on Thursday 16 January between 2:00pm and 4:00pm. During this period, the competition pool will be set to 10 x 25m lanes as the middle boom will be moved to 50m configuration overnight. All 10 x 25m lanes will be available for training. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Club packages collection: Club packages will be available for collection on Thursday 16 January, during business hours from the SwimmingSA office. Please sign in at SAALC reception to access the SwimmingSA office outside of pre-meet training times. Alternatively, club packages can be collected from event entry during event operating hours.

Get Snapt is the official photographer for this championship, capturing all the best moments, including medal presentations, action shots and the atmosphere of the event. Photos will be available online shortly after the competition so you can relive the highlights. If you’d prefer not to have your photo published, please email us at events@sa.swimming.org.au before the meet begins.

Please note that SwimmingSA prohibits photos being taken on the pool deck, except by the official photographer or with express written consent from SwimmingSA.

The 2025 South Australian State Open & Multi-Class Swimming Championships is a World Para Swimming-recognised event and a key component of the performance strand within South Australia's competition structure. Qualifying times apply to all individual events.

A and B Finals will be conducted for events where 20 athletes are entered, and more than 11 remain after withdrawals have been processed. A maximum of three visitors are permitted in the A Final, while an unlimited number of visitors may compete in the B Final.

This event is a combination of multi-class and open championships, forming a key component of the performance tier of the South Australian competition structure.

Qualifying times, achieved since 1 October 2022, are required for entry into championship events, with both long course and short course times accepted.

All athletes are required to compete in the heats must achieve the championship event qualifying time to advance to the finals. 

Download competition documents

All session timelines are provided as a guide only and are subject to change. Any significant revisions will be communicated during the daily team managers’ meetings.

Please note that the event timeline may change in response to weather conditions. Factors such as extreme heat, or venue access may require adjustments to ensure the safety of all attendees. Modifications could include changes to start times, reduced schedules, or temporary pauses in competition. Given the time of year, extreme heat is a primary concern, and plans are in place to respond accordingly to all weather conditions. 

The session timeline includes some 30min breaks within the sessions for access to the compeititon pool for warm down/up due to venue maintenance. The 25m leisure area lap pool will remain accessible during the entirety of competition.

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Current @ 31/12/2024

The Officials Room will be in the Function Room on Level 2 of the venue. Access to the Function Room is available via the elevator from the event entry or concourse foyers, or Bay 6 in the grandstand. Please note that only individuals who have nominated to officiate are permitted in the function room. To ensure the security of valuables, the Function Room will be locked during sessions. Officials needing to access their belongings during competition must contact SwimmingSA staff or the Technical Manager. Briefings for officials will be held 30 minutes prior to the start of each session (8:30am for heats sessions; 4:30pm for finals sessions) in the Function Room. Please ensure you arrive on time for the briefing.

Officials roster & club allocations

Mandated Officials Policy