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Saturday, February 1, 2025 | Sands Ocean Club Resort

Plunge Times: 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM , 2:00 PM

Take The Plunge!

The Myrtle Beach Polar Plunge is an annual event full of fun that helps to raise funds for the Special Olympics of South Carolina.

Held at the beach in front of the Sands Ocean Club, to participate in the Polar Plunge Myrtle Beach event, you just need to raise a minimum of $50.

By “Freezin’ for a Reason” you’re creating more opportunities for determined athletes to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in the Special Olympics.

Come join us in making a splash for a great cause!

Register here as an individual, form a team or join a team!

To participate in the event, you just need to raise a minimum of $50 and complete a Waiver Form.

A completed copy of the Waiver Form is required for ALL Plungers.
*Waiver forms will also be available at the event, but we highly recommend completing one prior to Registration Day.

Ask your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers if they’d like to contribute to your fundraising goal or donate to support your team.

Bring your friends and family to enjoy the event with you.

Have fun! There will be music, merchandise, and a lot of happy smiles!

Printable Forms

A Registration Form is not required if you are registering online.
Please use the Team Worksheet for tracking your Team’s contributions and submit it on Registration Day.
A completed printed copy of the Waiver Form is required for ALL Plungers.

How to Raise $80 for Special Olympics in one week:

Day 1: Add your own contribution of $20 25%
Day 2: Ask two relatives for $10 25%
Day 3: Ask your best friend for a $10 12.5%
Day 4: Ask two friends for $5 12.5%
Day 5: Ask two co-workers for $5 12.5%
Day 6: Ask two neighbors for $5 12.5%
Day 7: Celebrate Your Accomplishment! 100%

Become A Sponsor

Contact the Plunge Director for Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities!

Plunge Day Information

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Schedule of Events

9:45 AM – Registration and Plunge Kick-off with DJ
10:30 AM – First Early Plunge
11:00 AM – Food Sales Begin
11:30 AM – Pre-noon Plunge
12:30 PM – Afternoon Plunge
1:00 PM – Awards Ceremony
2:00 PM – Final Plunge

Latest Polar Plunge News

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Contact Information

Myrtle Beach Plunge Director - Marcus Rhodes
Myrtle Beach Plunge Director
Marcus Rhodes

Phone: (843)446-5820

email: marcus@polarplungesc.com