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SwimPalooza™ 2026
April 20-25, 2026 - Crete, Greece (Lyttos Beach Resort)
6-day all-inclusive swim retreat for the whole family!
SwimPalooza™ is a world-class swim retreat for individuals and families. Expert-led swim training, video technique analysis, fun relay races, prizes and unforgettable swimming adventures—all at a stunning resort.
You DO NOT want to miss this INCREDIBLE week!
"A happy swimmer is a fast swimmer! Having fun is the CORE of enjoying swimming and sticking with it. That's what has kept me in the sport and I love sharing this positivity with others. I'm excited to see you in paradise for a week of swim, fun, and adventure!"
- Fares Ksebati
Meet Your Swim Sensei
Fares Ksebati is an internationally recognized swim coach dedicated to helping people embrace the water and enhance their lives through swimming. As Co-Founder and CEO of MySwimPro, Fares takes an analytical yet fun approach to empowering people to reach their full potential.
A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, Fares has been featured in Men’s Health, Sports Illustrated, and The New York Times. He is a 3x U.S. Masters Swimming National Champion, Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimmer, and 3x Best Selling Author helping swimmers of all levels.
Fares’ passion for swimming goes beyond competition—his mission is to break barriers, build confidence, and make swimming accessible to all. He makes it his mission to prove that no matter your age or background, it’s never too late to learn how to swim and discover a life-long passion for the water.
You Don’t Have to Be an Olympian to Train Like One
SwimPalooza™ is for anyone who loves the water—or wants to love it more. Whether you're a lifelong swimmer, proud swim parent, or an entire family that swims, you're all welcome. This week is designed for individuals and families of all backgrounds to learn, grow, and enjoy the water—together. This is the most fun you can have while learning how to swim fast!
You will experience expert coaching, daily workouts, and amazing experiences. You'll improve your stroke and most importantly have more FUN than you ever thought was possible at a “swim camp.” There is no pressure to perform although you will swim FAST, and you have the option to compete in relays and RACE. You'll make memories, learn how to swim faster, and enjoy the good vibes.
Learn skills to swim faster
It's time swim fast and HAVE FUN at the swimming adventure of a lifetime!!
Adults love our retreats, so now we're opening them to families to experience SwimPalooza™!
What our guests have to say about our events...
"This was a once in a lifetime experience and I can't wait for the next one"
"Tons of learning, good moments, and awesome people"
There were so many great moments...the video analysis is super powerful and the drills we did for each stroke were excellent. The camp allowed me to learn a lot of new things with a holistic approach and gave me a complete toolbox to work on!
Both coaches are great and they complement and work together really well. The explanations and drills were totally tailored to our needs. To me, training twice a day was challenging but that's exactly what we were looking for and I enjoyed the sessions a lot! The facilities were great and the hospitality of the staff was extraordinary. When I came back home I truly understood how much I enjoyed the food during this week :)
It was a great experience with tons of learning, great moments and awesome people (both the coaches and the athletes). I'll try to put into practice all that we learnt and I am looking forward to be able to attend another camp in the near future.
Esteve Sala
USA
"I saw myself underwater for the first time"
"I've been swimming since my 30s, and now I'm 61. I got to seen myself swim underwater for the first time and I improved a lot! If you have the opportunity to come, the coaches will help you swim more efficiently and have fun"
ABELARDO
Venezuela/USA
"This was better than I expected"
"I've been swimming for 10 years, this camp brought be back to developing my feel of the water. As an experienced swimmer you always have room to improve. I've never been in a swim camp but this was better than expected."
CAMILA
Mexico
"We wanted to challenge ourselves"
"We just started swimming about a year ago and we wanted to get more coaching. Who better to learn from than Fares?! You realize there are a lot of opportunities for improvement. I had never seen myself swim before and that was huge."
JEFF & KARLA
USA
"I think I'll do this again"
"When else can you have a week in paradise to focus on your technique, health, and meet great people. I learned a lot of new drills and to have 1:1 time with the coaches was great. All your needs taken care of at the resort which was awesome."
RANDY
USA
"This was exactly what I was looking for"
"I've been swimming for the last 3 years. It's great to put the drills into practice in-person with the coaches. I feel that I really developed myself and got exactly what I expected from this camp. Everyone should take advantage of this in order to improve themselves."
CAGATAY
Turkey
"I dropped 3 seconds in one week"
"I love swimming and I was looking to improve my technique and meet new people. The MySwimPro team has great energy, they pushed us through the workouts and I'm happy I learned how to improve my start from the block."
SAMER
Syria/Suadi
"Quality time learning from the coaches"
"I've been swimming for 10 years and seriously in the last year. We spent quality time with the coaches both in the water and out of the water. We focused on technique a lot and I'm looking forward to improving more in the future."
RODRIGUE
France
"It was a dream come true"
"It was amazing to swim with people from all over the world. Everyone shared their different experiences and we learned a lot of technique and skills. It's the dream of every swimmer. The yacht trip and experiences were also great."
HUSAM
Syria/Turkey
"The team is great and high energy"
"At the resort you can go above and beyond the swimming which was a huge plus. The team is high energy and being around so many sports-loving adults was great. We learned a lot about our strokes, technique and had a lot of fun too!"
EILEEN
Turkey
"Doing things I never thought I would do!"
"I wanted to get fit again and learn how to really improve my technique. I used the MySwimPro app to help train for the swim camp and this made preparation so much better. The energy and people at the camp were fantastic!"
SUSANNE
Germany
"I saw improvement right away"
"I came to the retreat to improve my technique. I've never had any lessons or technique training. The instruction has made me more aware of how I sit in the water. There's a range of abilities and all sorts of backgrounds. Truly a wonderful experience."
JON
United Kingdom
"I wish this could have lasted longer"
"I've been back swimming for a year after my son started competitive swimming. We watch the MySwimPro videos together and I wanted to find a vacation with purpose and this was what I was looking for. I'm looking forward to the next one"
YULIA
Canada/Armenia
Here's What The Week Will Look Like:
While this itinerary is not 100% finalized, athlete guests can expect two daily coach-lead swim workouts, a yacht excursion, and swimming-related games during the week, trivia, prizes and more! Included in your ticket are airport pickup and drop off in addition to the all-inclusive meals and included amenities at the resort.
Day 1: Arrival & Check-In
Welcome to Paradise
- We pick you up from the airport with our VIP luxury concierge driver. You'll be welcomed to the resort by staff to check-in and get yourself settled.
- Explore the beautiful resort. Go for an optional swim, walk, or discover the many amenities at the world-class facility.
- In the evening we'll have a welcome dinner where you'll meet other guests, receive a welcome package and hear a brief overview of what to expect during the week during the welcome meeting.
- All athletes will be assigned a workout group upon arrival pre-determined by swimming speed. This helps keep the group organized during training sessions.
Day 2: Freestyle Foundations & Streamline Showdown
Dive into an immersive swimming experience
- The first full day of programming kicks off with a structured workout in the morning guided by our coaches focused on technique, specifically freestyle foundations.
- During the first session, guests that added the video analysis package will be filmed for coach feedback in a classroom setting later in the day/week.
- The afternoon workout will focus on applying the skills learned in the classroom and/or first workout session. Get ready for the STREAMLINE SHOWDOWN!
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included at the resort. Guest are free to leave the resort and explore at anytime.
Day 3: Technique Development & Body Position BINGO!
Developing your skills in and out of the water
- In addition to in-water technique feedback, coaches will provide out of water instruction focused on how to do a dynamic warmup, stretching, and basic dryland.
- The second full day will offer two coached workouts with various focus points depending on guests goals, progression and what was identified in prior sessions.
- Outside of structured workouts, guests are encouraged to get to know each other, share ideas, and ask the coaches for guidance where needed.
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included at the resort. Guest are free to leave the resort and explore at anytime.
Day 4: Yacht Excursion
Explore the open sea
- On the morning of yacht day, you'll have a guided workout at the resort, eat breakfast, then head off on a private chartered yacht experience. Guests will be picked up from the resort to head to a local marina for the yacht charter.
- All our athletes +1 companions are welcome onboard for a fun day exploring the sea. Bring a suit, sunscreen, and smile for positive vibes. Lunch will be prepared by a private chef on the yacht.
- The excursion will be complete by the afternoon and dinner served at the resort.
Day 5: Stroke Development & Flip Turn Fiesta!
Unlock specific skills with expert coaches
- Each day, guests will have the opportunity to work on different skills ranging from freestyle technique to individual stroke refinement.
- Specific sessions will focus on power development, speed, and agility. Flip turns, diving off the block, and other skills will be incorporated through various training sessions.
- Two workouts per day allows ample time for stroke development, and skill discovery with recovery between sessions. The workouts will vary depending on group level.
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included at the resort. Guest are free to leave the resort and explore at anytime.
Day 6: Check-Out
Memories, new skills and friends for a lifetime
- On the final day, there's an optional morning swim, followed by breakfast and check-out. Our concierge transportation will take you back to the airport from the resort.
- By now you've had an incredible week filled with memories, skills, and tools to take back to your regular swimming routine.
- Our guests leave feeling inspired, knowledgable and excited for the next chapter in their swimming journey.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT SWIMPALOOZA™ ? WE GOT YOU!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this for? Is this only for adults? Kids?
SwimPalooza™ is for individuals and families. If you're an adult (over 18) you can come by yourself, or if you're a minor (under 18), you can come with a parent. If everyone in your family swims, even better! Unlike our other swim retreats that are EXCLUSIVELY for adults age 18+, this week is everyone. All workouts will be in a group setting, with English-speaking coaches offering specific feedback and instruction during every session.
How fast do I need to be to participate?
All ATHLETE guests must be comfortable swimming 1,000 meters or more in a single workout. Although there is a lot of technical training, there will be more than one workout offered per day and multiple groups to accommodate for different skill level and age. If you're not a flip-turn pro or diving wizard, that's not a problem at all. We can help you master these more technical skills and more!
Can I bring my family or partner with me?
Yes of course! We welcome guests to bring a companion, significant other, etc. At registration, be sure to choose the correct category based on how many ATHLETES will be attending. Although only athlete guests will participate in the structured workouts, everyone will be able to experience the resort amenities and join us for the yacht trip too.
What is in included in the registration fee?
6 Days, 5 Nights at the Lyttos Beach Hotel, an All Inclusive Resort. We pick you up and drop you off at the airport. All training sessions are lead by our expert coaches. Video analysis and the media package are optional add-ons for guests. We'll also go on a yacht trip excursion in the middle of the week. You just need to take care of your flights to get to the event.
What should I bring with me?
You'll need enough clothing and swim gear for a full week of training (suits, goggles, cap, etc). Towels will be provided. Bring your own fins, paddles, and snorkel. All other training equipment that we will use will be provided at the camp. Other things you'll want to pack are: Sunscreen, medications, supplements, etc. and don't forget to pack your shining smile :)
What is your refund policy?
You may cancel within 24 hours of booking for a $100 cancellation fee. After that, cancellations made 120+ days before the retreat start date receive a 75% refund; 90–119 days before, a 50% refund; and cancellations within 60 days are non-refundable. Due to advance commitments and resort logistics, no exceptions will be made, and no credit is given for late arrivals or early departures.
I'm still not sure if I should attend?
SwimPalooza™ isn’t just a getaway or another swim camp — it’s the most fun you'll have all year, guided by world-class coaches in a phenomenal location. Don’t let fear, or timing steal the memories you'll wish you made — your future self will thank you. Remember, swimming is for life so you owe it to yourself to live your life to the fullest!
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