Hawaii April 2024 Foundations One
Learn to swim while on vacation in beautiful Hawaii April 26-30, 2024. Beginning or fearful to fun and safety. Bonus includes snorkeling and an introduction to ocean swimming.
Foundations One is Calm Within Adult Swim's signature course that teaches adults how to be safe and confident while learning to swim.
Learn to swim. The physical and mental skills for freedom and ease.
Snorkeling instruction in the pool and ocean feeling safe and fun.
Proven system based on brain science to release old habits making way for new skills and information.
Program specifically designed for new, fearful, or students who have "failed" at swimming lessons in the past.
Taught by leading experts in adult learning. Not a kids program that we hope works for adults.
First payment includes the non-refundable $500 deposit.
Regular price
Installment
Here is a sample schedule. Exact times will vary on the weather.
Day 1: Arrive, 3pm Pool Session 1 - Understanding Your Body and Mind in Water
Day 2: Two 3-Hour Pool Sessions - Moving with Ease
Day 3: One 3-Hour Pool Session - Going Deeper
Day 4: Two 3-Hour Pool Sessions - Snorkeling and Bringing It Together
Day 5: Open Ocean Snorkeling Excursion, Depart
Offers the ideal time and space for profound transformations.
Calm Within Adult Swim's signature course takes students from nervous beginning steps to confidence and safety. 4:1 ratio of teacher/lifeguard to student. Snorkeling course, gear for ocean swimming (wetsuit top, mask, snorkel, fins), amazing fun and safe adventure.
The Foundations One course teaches you both the physical and mental steps of swimming. As an adult learner who is responsible for your safety and learning process, you not only need simple step-by-step instructions on how your body and the water work, but also how to create an emotionally safe environment. Our course handbook, talking sessions, and tested progression allows you to create this optimal learning environment. You can expect to learn how to move with confidence and ease in the water while increasing your self-trust and ability to keep yourself safe.
Airfare, meals, transportation to and from the airport, and your room at Napili Kai Resort. Once you register for the course with Orca you will use our link to book your room. Make sure to let them know you are booking with Orca to get the discounted rate.
You will be able to choose your room and have as many guests per room size as you would like. Your guest is welcome to enjoy Maui on their own while you are in class. We are happy to provide recommendations for beaches and activities. There are several different beaches, a golf course, a walking path, tennis, and pickleball all within walking distance of the resort. There will be plenty of time in the evening to watch the sunset together, enjoy a great dinner and share the day’s adventures.
Yes, the resort will give you our group discount rate for 3 days before or after our course together. Remember to tell them you are with Orca when you reserve your room.
At a minimum, you should take the morning flight on April 26 so you will have time for the 45-minute drive from the airport to the resort and meet up at 3 pm for our first pool session. Plan to leave no earlier than the evening flight (5 pm or later) on April 30. We have a final morning swim that is done by 10:30 am so you can shower and check out. There is a room and space to store your luggage if you want to remain at the resort for lunch and relax before heading off to the airport.
No. To hold your spot you need to pay a first installment of $870 which includes the $500 non-refundable program fee. The Napili Kai Resort will require the first 2 days paid at the time you reserve your room. The total balance will be due to the resort by February 26, 2024. Discounted room rates are between $380-565 depending on the room you choose. All rooms have a kitchen and private outside sitting area. Amenities include (no extra resort fee) wi-fi, golf, shuffleboard, onsite beachfront restaurant, parking, fitness room, direct access to the beach, beach towels and chairs, and more.
Full refund (minus the credit card service fee generally 5%) with in the first 24-hours of enrollment. Partial refund (minus credit card fee generally 5% and deposit $500) from 25 hours after enrollment until February 29, 2024. NO refunds are made after March 1, 2024 for any reason. Flight, resort and other travel expenses are subject to their own refund policies.
Being nervous is completely normal when you are looking to do something new. Once you make a commitment it is time to build your confidence. Check out this video on how to have confidence ahead of time. As soon as you register we will send you steps to prepare. You will get steps along the way to be ready to have fun, learn, and create the best experience for yourself no matter what. Learning to swim is more about learning and practicing the process of enjoying your life right now this moment. There is no more beautiful place to practice this than in Hawaii.