From Champion to Teacher - Learn From Double Olympic Gold Medalist & Four-Time World Champion
SHARON VAN ROUWENDAAL
5 Clinics - 3 Locations - South Africa
Open Water and Swimming Master Classes
In 2023, during the 50th anniversary of the aQuellé Midmar Mile, Sharon van Rouwendaal captured hearts and claimed victory in the
Elite Women’s race.
Fresh off her 2024 Olympic gold medal win in Paris, Sharon returned to South Africa in 2025 to share her world-class knowledge through special swim clinics — inspiring swimmers, coaches, and fans alike.
Including assisting 3 x para Olympic Swimmer Alani Ferreira across the finish line for her fastest ever Midmar Dam Swim, being there to cheer on and swim with 16 and 8 mile charity swimmers and win her Age in the Midmar Mile Race.
Now, in 2026, after travelling the world not to race but to teach and empower others, Sharon is coming back once again as an ambassador for the aQuellé Midmar Mile.
With an incredible record as a 2x Olympic Champion, 4x World Champion, and one of the most respected open water educators
worldwide, Sharon continues to transform how we think, train, and perform in open water swimming.
Join us for a series of exclusive Masterclasses and events with the woman redefining open water excellence. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best!
Clinic Dates 2026
Clinic 1 | 30th January | Munyaka Waterfall City, Balwin Estate, Midrand, Johannesburg
Clinic 1:
Friday 30th January 2026
2 hour 30min
2pm - 4.30pm
Clinic 2 | 31st January | Munyaka Waterfall City, Balwin Estate, Midrand, Johannesburg
Clinic 2:
Saturday 31st January 2025
2 hour 30min
9am - 11.30am
Clinic 3 | 1st February | Munyaka Waterfall City, Balwin Estate, Midrand, Johannesburg
Clinic 3:
Sunday 1st February 2026
2 hour 30min
9am - 11.30am
Clinic 4 | 4th February | Aqua Park, St Charles College, Pietermaritzburg
Clinic 4:
Wednesday 4th February 2026
3:00pm - 5:30pm
Clinic 5 | 7th February | Midmar Dam, Midlands
Clinic 5:
Saturday 7th February 2025
2 hour 30min
2pm - 4.30pm
What to Expect
exclusive q&a
Meet Sharon van Rouwendaal and learn more about her professional career. Get the opportunity to engage in a Q&A with Sharon, and get your questions answered by a professional.
Professional warm up
Prepare your body to maximise your session with a guided mobility warm-up routine led by Sharon.
Swim with Sharon
Get in the water with an open water legend. This swim session will consist of techniques and drills to improve your stroke and better your performance.
Snap and chat
After an exhilarating session with Sharon, joint the team for a group photo and casual chat.
About Sharon
Sharon van Rouwendaal has consistently excelled in both pool and open water events, making her one of the most versatile and accomplished swimmers in recent years.
- 2 x Olympic Gold Medalist Paris 2024, Rio 2016.
- 4 x World Champion Doha 2024 & 2014, Budapest 2022.
Join a clinic
Gear up for an exclusive opportunity to learn under the guidance of a true champion. With only 14 spaces per clinic, this exclusive experience promises first-hand tips and tricks to better your open water performance.
Private club visit POSSIBLE
You are able to organise a personal club visit by Sharon to your Club. A Special Master Class by Sharon for 2 and a half hours including special Q&A.
To organise :
Bookings to be made by emailing wayner@midmarmile.com
