Event

  • Title: TI Open Water Experience: Caribbean Beach and Sun: Phillipsburg, St. Maarten to Phillipsburg, St. Ma
  • When: 03.28.2026 - 04.04.2026
  • Where: Caribbean Windstar Yacht -
  • Category: Open Water Camp

Description



TI Open Water Experience: Caribbean Beach and Sun: Phillipsburg, St. Maarten to Phillipsburg, St. Maarten -March 28 - April 4, 2026

TUITION: $1600 CAD / $1400 CAD Early booking discount before Oct. 15, 2025 / $500 deposit to hold your space.  Final payment due Decemember 17, 2025

REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE to register. 

LOCATION: The Caribbean Windstar Yacht

CONTACT: Who do I contact if I have additional questions? Please email Teresa Seibel  for swim camp questions or connect with us through the contact page.

Contact: Liz Halloran Liz.SunDayTravelLLC@gmail.com to book and hold your cruise cabin. Hosted Swim Cruises | Sun Day Travel, LLC 

DESCRIPTION: Dive into Adventure: Caribbean Swim/Cruise. Built for swimmers AND their non swimming companions

Finish your swim by early afternoon so you can tour TOGETHER. PLUS purchase transfers for your partner so they can experience our Tri Balance hand picked beaches.

Imagine waking up to the gentle rocking of the ocean, to the sight of turquoise waters stretching endlessly, and knowing your day will be filled with open water swims in some of the most breathtaking locations in the Caribbean.

Welcome to Swim Cruise – the ultimate swim-focused cruise experience. 

Why a Swim/Cruise?
For open water swimmers, the Caribbean is a paradise waiting to be explored. From secluded beaches to hidden coves, the region offers a wealth of swim spots that are both stunning and challenging. Not all swimming adventures have to be limited to shore excursions or race events. Swim Cruise combines the luxury and comfort of Windstar Cruise Lines with expertly curated swim experiences, making it the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.

The Experience
Our itineraries are designed to cater to swimmers of all levels, offering a range of distances and conditions to suit everyone from beginners to seasoned marathon swimmers. Picture yourself arriving at stunning beaches and hidden swim spots, greeted by sandy shores and crystal-clear waters. On select days, weather permitting, you may also have the chance to dive from the marina deck of a boutique Windstar yacht, swimming alongside vibrant marine life directly from the ship.
Non-swimming partners? No problem! While swimmers take to the water, non-swimmers can enjoy yourself at the beach, snorkeling, go on guided shore excursions or simply relax on the yacht. This unique offering creates an inclusive experience, ensuring everyone gets the most out of their Caribbean escape.

This camp is designed for beginner and intermediate swimmers seeking Total Immersion instruction in the open water. Our philosophy is Kaizen swimming; creating continuous improvement by setting your intention to improve one swim skill at each session.

This is a technique-focused camp, teaching you to swim in open water with greater ease and flow, which allows you to swim long distances utilizing thousands of effortless uninterrupted strokes. Our camp is perfect for triathletes seeking to exit the water fresh and ready for the bike.

The Total Immersion Effortless Endurance – Level 1 workshop and Smart Speed Workshop – Level 2 is integrated with an open water workshop to give you an intense 6 day program.  The experience adjusts in real time based on the needs of the group.

PREREQUISITS: It is recommended that attendees be able to swim 200 yards/meters comfortably to obtain the greatest benefit from this open water experience and have some familiarity with the Total Immersion drill sequence using balance, streamline, and propulsion.

You do not have to have open water experience.  Most beaches are shallow with clear blue water and white sand.

You do not have to qualify with a specific speed. This is a highly interactive swim workshop.  The amount of swimming will be in the form of short distances where you’ll begin to feel what changes can do for you.  Longer distance swims are optional

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS:  

This adventure starts and returns to Phillipsburg, St. Maarten departure March 28, 2026.

CONTACT: Please email Teresa Seibel teresaseibel@gmail.com for swim camp questions or connect with us through the contact page.


Contact Liz Halloran Liz.SunDayTravelLLC@gmail.com to book and hold your cruise cabin.

ABOUT THE COACH: Teresa Seibel actively instructs Total Immersion sessions around the province of British Columbia. She became a Total Immersion coach 15 years ago after recognizing the need for technique based swim instruction in her sport of Triathlon. She is currently a NCCP Certified Triathlon Coach, a Total Immersion Master Coach and is a Chi Walking Running Level 1 Certified.  She was the founder of the Kamloops Spring Sprint. She was the Sport Chair for Triathlon for 2011 Western Canada Summer Games, and is Past President of the Kamloops Triathlon club. Teresa is a veteran of 2 Ironmans, 4 Half Ironmans, 5 Marathons, and many short course triathlons, runs and swims. info@tribalance.ca

PREREQUISITES: It is highly recommended that attendees be able to swim 400 yards/meters comfortably to obtain the greatest benefit from this open water experience and have some familiarity with the Total Immersion drill sequence using balance, streamline, and propulsion.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:
         • Expert Total Immersion swim instruction and video analysis
         • TI swim cap
         • Great memories and long lasting friendships
         • Dropbox folder post workshop with downloadable videos of swimming
         • Swim Bouy rental – highly recommended to bring your own
         • Tempo trainer rental – recommended to bring your own

Not included:
         • Airfare – book on your own
         • Cruise Fare – Hosted Swim Cruises | Sun Day Travel, LLC 
         • Transfers to beaches – additional $30-60USD per port (Payable in CASH boarding local taxis and shuttles)
         • Companion transfers additional $30-60USD per port (Payable in CASH boarding local taxis and shuttles)
         • Overnight hotels in St. Maarten – see travel and lodging

$500CAD deposit required to hold your spot. Final payment due Dec 17, 2025.  In the event the swim camp is cancelled, deposit will be refunded (excluding exchange rate or banking fee charges

SCHEDULE: (Subject to revisions based on weather and cruise ship port schedule)

The schedule is made so the swimmer can learn AND spend the afternoons touring with their spouses/friends/partners.

One month prior – Zoom call to answer swim questions and cruise questions

Saturday: 
5:00pm-6:30pm – Windstar Lounge
Meet, greet, and socialize
Partners welcome

Sunday: 
9:00am-1:00pm St. John’s, Antigua
9:00am Depart for beach
Total Immersion drills and skills
Basics of good balance and streamlining in open water
Video on swim skills

Monday:
9:00am-1:00pm Road Bay, Anguilla
9:00am Depart for beach
Review and practice, breathing in the open water
Optional group swim (dependent on abilities of group)
Second video

Tuesday:
9:00am-1:00pm Soper’s Hole, Tortola
9:00am-10:45am Video review on ship
11:00am Depart for beach
Review and practice
Learn proper sighting techniques for open water navigation

Wednesday:
9:00am-1:00pm
Jost Van Dyke, Great Harbour, British Virgin Islands
9:00am Depart for beach
Review and practice of open water sighting, two beat kick
Introduction of Tempo Trainer

Thursday:
Virgin Gordon, Prickly Pear
9:00am-1:00pm
9:00am Depart for beach
Swim Speed Math
Strategies for short and/or distance swims
Swim Games

Friday: (Good Friday)
Gustavia, St. Barth’s
9:00am-1:00pm
9:00am – 10:45 am Video Review on the ship
11:00am Final Swim practice and distance swim

TRAVEL & LODGING:

(Book Now - Only 3 Camp Spots Left!)

Embark on the swim adventure of a lifetime. The Caribbean is calling – are you ready to dive in? We hope you will join us on the exciting new adventure that includes swimmer and companion.

Windstar’s Windsurf  7 nights St Maaten to St Maarten
To ensure the best price, We have group space. Cruise only pricing starts at $2,677 USD per person.

The cruise includes
       • Small Ship Advantage – Access to secluded swim spots larger ships can’t reach
       • Luxury Accommodations – spacious cabins include room service and mini-bar
       • Enjoy Windstar’s renowned hospitality, fine dining, and spacious suites.

The Ship
Set sail in style aboard Windstar’s Wind Surf – a luxury boutique ship that feels more like a private yacht than a cruise liner. With just 312 guests, you’ll enjoy spacious suites, intimate port experiences, and world-class dining. Whether you’re basking on the deck or exploring hidden gems off the beaten path, Star Pride promises unforgettable
adventures.

Contact Liz Halloran Liz.SunDayTravelLLC@gmail.com to book your cabin.
Hosted Swim Cruises | Sun Day Travel, LLC 

Picture yourself arriving at stunning beaches and hidden swim spots, greeted by sandy shores and crystal-clear waters. On select days, weather permitting, you may also have the chance to dive from the marina deck of a boutique Windstar yacht, swimming alongside vibrant marine life directly from the ship.

Non-swimming partners? No problem! While swimmers take to the water, non-swimmers can enjoy themselves at the beach, snorkeling, go on guided shore excursions or simply relax on the yacht. This unique offering creates an inclusive experience, ensuring everyone gets the most out of their Caribbean escape.


PACKING LIST: 

In addition to your normal clothing and toiletries, we recommend bringing the following items:

  • 2 water bottles
  • Plenty of reef safe sunscreen SPF 30+
  • SPF lip protection
  • Shoes/sandals that can get wet
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel(s) – Ship provides beach towels
  • Running shoes and other workout gear as desired
  • At least 2 pair of goggles or swim masks (tinted and mirrored lenses preferred)
  • BodyGlide, Desitin or other anti-chafe cream
  • Thermal shirt or wetsuit (for those who get cold easily and for sun protection)
  • Recommended  Tempo trainer pro 
  • Recommended Swim Buoy

TRANSFER / CANCELLATION POLICY: ***We need a minimum number of swim campers and companions to run this experience.  Please wait until we advise that the camp is going ahead to book your non refundable airfare. We will make this decision no later than November 20, 2025.  

The swim camp deposit will be refunded if the camp does not go ahead (excluding exchange rate or banking fee charges)

NO REFUND will be issued for cancellations LESS THAN 30 days prior to the scheduled workshop. For cancellations at least 30 days prior to the scheduled workshop, any monies paid above the $500 deposit will be refunded (excluding exchange rate or banking fee charges The $500CAD deposit remains non-refundable, but may be transferred to any future workshop within two years of initial registration.

TRANSFER POLICY: Workshops: If a request to transfer is received 30 days or more prior to the workshop, a $100.00 transfer fee per person will be applied to a future workshop, and the deposit will be credited toward that workshop.

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