Join us in Brisbane for the most prestigious Masters Swimming event in Australia. Five days of competition, celebration, and community in the heart of Queensland.
Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence
The 2026 MSA National Championships marks a golden milestone for Australian Masters Swimming with Brisbane hosting the 50th Instalment of MSA's National Championships.
Welcome to Brisbane
Masters Swimming Queensland (MSQ) is proud to host this landmark event at the world-class Brisbane Aquatic Centre at Chandler. With South Bank as our Championships hub. Swimmers will experience the pool of champions by day and the best of Brisbane's lifestyle, dining, and accommodation options by night.
This championship celebrates not just competitive excellence, but the spirit of Masters Swimming – fitness, friendship, and fun for swimmers of all abilities and ages.
Championship Information
Eligibility
Open to all MSA or World Aquatics-affiliated Masters swimmers aged 18+ as of April 28, 2026. Tap to find out more
Age Groups
5-year brackets from 18–24 through to 100+. Age determined as of December 31, 2026.
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International Swimmers
We welcome swimmers from around the world to join our celebration. Special arrangements are available for international competitors.
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Six Days of Competition
From Tuesday April 28 to Sunday May 3, 2026. Pool events at Brisbane Aquatic Centre, open water at Raby Bay, with awards ceremony to close our 50th anniversary celebration.
Day 1
Tue 28 Apr
Day 2
Wed 29 Apr
Day 3
Thu 30 Apr
Day 4
Fri 1 May
Day 5
Sat 2 May
Day 6
Sun 3 May
Day 1
Tuesday, April 28
Secure Your Spot
Registration opens through Swim Central with comprehensive entry options. Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic championship.
Entry Fees
Meet Entry Fee
(plus SC transaction fees)
$100
Individual Event
Per event entry (plus SC transaction fees)
$12.50
Relay
Per relay entry (plus SC transaction fees)
$25
Open Water
Raby Bay
$70
* SC = Swim Central
Important Dates
Registration Requirement
Purchase your MSA 2026 Membership
Registration Opens
January 2026
Standard Registration Closes
6 April 2026
Late Entries
At the discretion of the Meet Director
Additional $20 surcharge applies
How to Register
MSA Membership
Have a valid 2026 MSA membership
16 Month Memberships available 1 September 2025
12 month memberships available 1 December 2025
Swim Central
Competition entries for all MSA swimmers will be accepted through Swim Central only
Select Events
Select individual events. Talk to your club secretary about relay options
Payment
Complete secure payment and receive confirmation
Golden Binny Club
Visit our sponsors on the Golden Binny Trail to collect your special event awards.