Australian designed · Solo beach shade

Compact by design. Premium by nature.

Meet Swim Shady, the innovative Australian-designed solo beach shade created for people who love the beach without the hassle of bulky umbrellas and cabanas.

Its distinctive offset pole keeps your shaded space unobstructed, while the adjustable UPF 50+ canopy, premium aluminium frame and built-in sand screw make setting up simple.

  • 1.8 kgLightweight
  • 58 cmPacked down
  • UPF 50+Sun protection
  • 22Recycled plastic bottles

Made for better beach days.

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Swim Shady co-founders Elizabeth and Jeremy

Our story

Born on Coogee Beach. Made by a Sydney family.

Swim Shady started with one frustration: there was no practical, stylish shade for one. Jeremy and Elizabeth spent years designing the world-first patented Solo Beach Shade, and now share it with beach lovers around the world.

Read our story Australian family-owned

Solo Beach Shade Features

  • Lightweight & portable

    Just 1.8 kg and 58 cm packed down. Easy to carry to the beach and small enough for your luggage.

  • UPF 50+ protection

    Blocks harmful UV rays to help protect your skin, keeping you cool and comfortable on sunny days.

  • Quick, easy set-up

    Up in under a minute with no tools. The built-in handle and sand screw make securing your shade effortless.

  • Innovative offset design

    The offset pole creates a spacious shaded area with clear views, without a central pole in your way.

  • Wind-resistant durability

    A premium aluminium frame stands up to breezy conditions for stable, lasting performance.

  • Adjustable sun coverage

    The rotating hinge has seven tilt positions, so your shade moves with the sun throughout the day.

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