Swimmer's arm breaking through dark water at sunrise
Registration

Take your place at the start line.

2026 entries open soon. Choose your role — swimmer, paddler, or supporter — and join us on Charleston Harbor.

Swimmers Only
$2,000
Fundraising goal

Every swimmer aims to raise $2,000 for the Navy SEAL Foundation.

This is our shared fundraising goal for swimmer entry. Your $150 entry fee covers race operations; the $2,000 goal is the tribute we carry into the water for the Gold Star families and SEAL community we honor.

  • Personal fundraising page provided at registration.
  • Funds are best received by the Navy SEAL Foundation prior to race morning check-in.
  • Swimmers are encouraged to raise a minimum of $2,000.
  • Kayak paddlers and spectators are not subject to this goal.
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4.1 Miles

Swimmer

$150early entry

Entry fee plus a $2,000 fundraising goal benefiting the Navy SEAL Foundation. Includes timing chip, swim cap, finisher gear, after-party admission, and personal bag transport.

Register to Swim
Escort

Kayak Paddler

Freeno fee

Paddle alongside an assigned swimmer for the full 4.1-mile course. Includes paddler swag and after-party admission.

Register to Paddle
Stand With Us

Spectator / Donor

Anyamount

Can't swim this year? Make a donation directly to the Navy SEAL Foundation in honor of the families we serve.

Donate

Pricing reflective of 2025 rates. 2026 pricing confirmed at registration opening.

Qualifications

Before you register.

The Charleston Frogman Swim is a 4.1-mile open-water event. Please review the requirements below before signing up.

  • 01Swimmer must be 18+ on race day.
  • 02Swimmers are encouraged to raise a minimum of $2,000 for the Navy SEAL Foundation.
  • 03Verifiable open-water experience (1.5+ mile event recommended).
  • 04Each swimmer must have a designated kayak escort.
  • 05Wetsuits optional; permitted in all categories.
  • 06Mandatory pre-race safety briefing on race morning.

Questions before you register?

Visit the FAQs or contact event director Kathleen Wilson at aquaharp@bellsouth.net.