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TI Open Water Experience: Jolly Beach, Antigua, Caribbean Islands, November 9-13, 2026


TUITION: $1200 CAD / $999 CAD ***Early Booking Discount Before September 22, 2026

REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE to register. 

LOCATION: Jolly Beach Antigua Nestled on Antigua’s protected southwest coast, Jolly Beach offers a mile-long stretch of powdery white sand and calm, crystal-clear turquoise water—making it an ideal location for an open-water swim camp focused on technique, endurance, and confidence building in safe Caribbean conditions.

Jolly Beach lies in St. Mary’s parish, between Bolans Village and Jolly Harbour, facing west onto the Caribbean Sea. The bay is sheltered from Atlantic swells by the island’s geography, resulting in flat, clear water year-round with excellent visibility (25–30 feet) and minimal sargassum. The beach spans roughly 2,000 metres (1.1 miles), providing ample space for structured swim sets, group drills, and open-water navigation practice without feeling crowded.

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.

DESCRIPTION: Looking to boost your open-water confidence, improve your swimming technique? This is your opportunity to swim in the ocean in a supportive environment. 

 What to Expect:
 • Open-water swimming made easy – Gain confidence, learn smart techniques, and enjoy the waves! 

• Effortless swimming techniques – for growth mindset swimmers looking to  move smoother and stronger! 

• Breathtaking location – Train in the stunning, blue waters on the island Antigua.

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.

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 3 day program

PREREQUISITS: It is highly 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.

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

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

NOT INCLUDED:

Air flights, accommodations and transport from airport to hotel.  Transfers: approximately $20USD per person each way payable in USD on arrival.

Optional afternoon excursions.

See Travel and lodging tab.

SCHEDULE: (Subject to minor revisions)

General format: 8:30-noon each day, with afternoons free to explore.

45min-hour of theory and dryland rehearsals on the beach will take place during the swim sessions

Monday: 
8:30am-12:00pm
Meet by the Coconut Grill Restaurant
Meet, greet, socialize, and review of the workshop schedule
Have your swim bag packed to walk to the beach and swim

  • Total Immersion drills and skills
  • Basics of good balance and streamlining in open water
  • First underwater video

Tuesday: 
8:30am-12:00pm
Meet by the beach chairs

  • Total Immersion drills and skills
  • Review and practice breathing in the open water
  • Second Video
  • Optional group swim (dependent on abilities of the group)

Wednesday:
8:30am-12:00pm
Meet in the lobby for departure to a different beach.

  • Total Immersion drills and skills
  • Review and practice
    sighting for open water navigation
  • Third Video
  • Optional group swim (dependent on abilities of the group)

Thursday:
8:30am-12:00pm

  • Swim Speed Math – introduction of tempo trainer
  • Review and practice of open water sighting, two beat kick
  • Review, practice, and prepare for final videotaping

Friday:
8:30am-12:00pm
Meet in the lobby to depart for a different beach.

  • Review and practice
  • Group open water swim, distance dependent on group ability

TRAVEL & LODGING:

Air Flights
You make your own flight arrangements to the Antigua VC Bird International Airport  (ANU).
Non-stop flights are available from Toronto, New York, London, Miami, and more.

Accommodation: To book contact Teresa at 250-682-2314 or email teresa.seibel@travelbestbets.com

Jolly Beach All Inclusive Hotel.
This is a moderate all-inclusive on the best swimming beach on Antigua.

Please note – The hotel offers a wide variety of meal choices, which includes salads, fresh fruits and vegetables, and vegetarian options. However, they are not able to cater to specific individual needs such as vegan, gluten free, allergen free, religious observance, or similar custom made dishes.

All rates are subject to change until confirmed.  The hotel can be extended to match your flight schedule.

6 nights November 7-13, Superior Room, double occupancy, queens beds, all-inclusive
$1842.00CAD per person

6 nights  November 7-13, Superior Room, single occupancy room
$2841.00CAD

Additional fees: Resort fees of $17.00USD per night and one time $17.00USD Antigua Taxes payable at check in.

Optional excursions: Popular excursions are touring the capital of St. John or travelling to an alternate beach and renting jet skis or snorkelling. Teresa can help arrange on location.


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) 
  • Synthetic fleece to wear post-swim
  • 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)
  • Recommended  Tempo trainer pro 
  • Recommended Swim Buoy

TRANSFER / CANCELLATION POLICY: NO REFUND will be issued for cancellations LESS THAN 30 days before the scheduled workshop. For cancellations made at least 30 days before the scheduled workshop, any amounts paid above the $300 CAD deposit will be refunded (excluding exchange rate or banking fees). The $ 300 CAD deposit remains non-refundable but may be transferred to any future workshop within two years of initial registration.

TRANSFER POLICY: Workshops: If a transfer request is received 30 days or more before 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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