Distance Matters

Distance Matters is the organizer of the 24 Mile Tampa Bay Marathon Swim, one of the world's longest open water marathon swims. Held annually in April to celebrate Earth Day, the event attracts competitors from across the globe, including countries like Great Britain, Guatemala, and India. The marathon swim covers the length of Florida's largest estuary, making it a significant challenge for participants.

The organization offers a range of services to support swimmers, including an Open Water Boot Camp for those beginning their training or needing assistance with acclimating to cold water. They also provide GPS tracking for safety and performance monitoring during the event. Distance Matters is committed to providing a safe and challenging environment for open water swimmers.

The Tampa Bay Marathon Swim has been recognized as one of America's Top 100 Open Water Swims and is listed among the 30 'World Swimming Majors' by the World Open Water Swimming Association (WOWSA). This recognition underscores the event's prestige and the high level of competition it attracts.