The Marilyn's are a group of bold women (and men!) who take part in the Brighton Jetty Classic held on the first Sunday of each February, swimming around the Brighton Jetty - dressed as Marilyn Monroe, whilst raising vital funds for Cancer Council SA. Because by being a part of the Marilyn experience, you are joining forces with some of the bravest women (and men!) you’ll find. At the heart of eve
ry Marilyn is one common drive—to make a difference in the lives of people living with cancer. This group of bold, fabulous women (and men!) take part in the Channel 7 Brighton Jetty Classic, swimming or paddling 400 metres around the Brighton Jetty every February all dressed head to toe as our favourite ‘50s icon, Marilyn Monroe. And they do it all to raise much needed funds for vital cancer research, prevention and support programs. To date, our sea of blonde bombshells have raised an incredible $830,000 for South Australians impacted by cancer. There is more to the Marilyn Jetty Swim than the swim itself, but Darling, it’s all part
of the fun! Here’s the run-down of how being a Marilyn works:
1. Register - Sign up with the Marilyn Jetty Swim to make a real splash via
www.themarilyns.org. Choose to take the plunge and swim 400m around the
Brighton jetty or stay lovely and dry and show your support on the shore.
2. Become part of the sisterhood - Be bold, be brave, be fabulous–purchase your
swimsuit, swim ring and pop on your blonde wig and sunglasses and join
a unique sisterhood of women (and men!).
3. Raise funds - Benefit from expert fundraising support and have the opportunity to
win amazing prizes.
4. Make a difference - Every dollar raised will help Cancer Council SA invest in
ground-breaking cancer research, empower people to reduce their own risk with
prevention education and provide essential support to everyone affected by
cancer. The Marilyn Jetty Swim during the Channel 7 Brighton Jetty Classic occurs every year on the first Sunday of February - in 2023 it will be Sunday 5 February,
Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect on the day:
From 8 am:
- Marilyn’s arrive bright & early made up and ready to go for the big morning ahead
- Check in at the Cancer Council SA marquee – you’ll be greeted by our marvellous
Marilyn team who will check your name off, provide your swim tag & bag to keep
your belongings in
- Slip, slop, slap – all Marilyn’s are SunSmart and are provided with sunscreen to apply
before the swim
- Pump that swim ring – our trusty team will ensure your swim ring is looking the
goods
- Smile for the camera – gather together for a final pep talk from our fearless leader
Sarah and group photo
From 10 am:
- Brighton prefers Blondes – promenade down Jetty Road to a sea of excited
onlookers and supporters
- Slip, slop, slap (again!) – drop off your Marilyn bag at the Marilyn marquee and
remember to apply another layer of sunscreen
From 10:30 am:
- Take the plunge – on your marks, get set, swim!
- Celebrate! Post-swim celebrations at the Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club. For more information please refer to our website www.themarilyns.org for everything you need to know. Alternatively, please contact the Marilyn Jetty Swim team at Cancer Council SA via [email protected] or direct message us here on Facebook �
