Open Water Swim Retreat
Tamarindo, Costa Rica.
Open Water Swimming, Yoga, Surf, and more!
Dates : May 31 - June 7, 2026.
Swim Retreat
This year’s second edition of our open-water swim retreat in Costa Rica welcomes swimmers for an active holiday of ocean swims, race prep, and fun local activities — a relaxed, social way to meet local swimmers and connect with like-minded people.
Join guided workouts that are fun and effective: practice sighting, drafting, pacing, race starts, and race-day strategy in safe, supervised ocean conditions. Swim at multiple beaches and dynamic ocean locations, then test your skills on June 6 at one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches, Playa Conchal, with 1.5 km, 3 km, and 5 km race options.
In collaboration with Vamos Youth and our local swim team Vamos Ocean Racers, founded in 2016 to expand swim and lifesaving instruction and reduce drowning in our community, every session is led by certified ocean lifeguards and experienced coaches. Small-group coaching, hands-on drills, and friendly, personalized feedback help you improve technique and build open-water confidence while having a great time.
Get an Early Bird Discount by registering before February 28th, 2026!
Activities
- Daily supervised open-water swim sessions
- Included surf lesson — Tamarindo’s most popular activity.
- Restorative yoga for swimmers, focused on mobility and recovery
- Private sailing cruise with curated lunch and open bar included
- Hosted team dinner at a carefully selected local venue
- Signature sunset experience with an included drink at a secluded scenic location
- Training alongside local athletes and ocean professionals
- Exploration of select beaches and exclusive ocean locations
- Optional entry into one of Costa Rica’s most iconic open-water swim races at Playa Conchal
Included In Your Retreat
Transport
Includes roundtrip airport shuttles and transportation during the retreat. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own plane tickets.
Accommodation
A 7-day stay at the luxurious, modern Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel—including daily breakfast—steps from the beach, amazing restaurants, lively bars, and all of Tamarindo’s top attractions.
Activities
Designed to elevate your ocean confidence, the retreat includes a surf lesson, yoga for swimmers, a pool technique analysis, a scenic sailing cruise, and daily open-water sessions. You’ll train with local athletes, explore various beaches, and can even join one of the most iconic swim races in the country at Playa Conchal.
Coaching
The retreat includes expert coaching and professional lifeguard supervision during all training sessions to ensure safety and optimal guidance.
Photo Album
Every participant will receive a high-resolution photo album featuring drone, water, and action shots.
Team Uniform
Each swimmer receives a premium kit: a custom open-water swim buoy, long-sleeve hooded SPF rash guard, silicone swim cap, and a dedicated swim bag—everything you need for safe, stylish training.
Meet Your Coaches
Aude Lemaire-Hamel
Founder, Vamos Youth
Aude is a dedicated ocean-safety leader whose aquatic career began as a triathlete at seven and evolved into a decade as a professional lifeguard in Montreal (Canada), Myrtle Beach, SC, and Ocean City, MD (USA). She represented Canada in international lifesaving competition and brings more than 17 years of coaching experience to education and drowning prevention.
Antoine Paré
Program Director, Vamos Youth
As Program Director at Vamos Youth, Antoine Paré leads the development of the Lifesaving Academy. With over eight years of professional coaching experience, he is a certified trainer in swimming, lifesaving, and first aid, known for his clear, effective, and confidence-building teaching style.
Packages & Rates
Early Bird Discount – upto Feb 28, 2026 | Standard Price – from Mar 1, 2026
Solo Swimmer
1 person ·
private room with a king bed.
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Early Bird Price – USD 2,890/-
Standard Price – USD 3,110/-
Duo Swimmer
2 people ·
shared room with a king bed.
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Early Bird Price – USD 2,650/- each
Standard Price – USD 2,870/- each
Solo Companion
1 person ·
private room with a king bed.
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Early Bird Price – USD 2,690/-
Standard Price – USD 2,910/-
Duo Companion
2 people ·
shared room with a king bed.
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Early Bird Price – USD 2,450/- each
Standard Price – USD 2,670/- each
PACKAGES DO NOT INCLUDE:
airfare or meals, except for a sailing-boat lunch and one team dinner.
Accommodation
Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel
Experience elevated comfort at Tamarindo Bay Boutique Hotel, where modern luxury meets eco-conscious design. This top-rated, adults-only retreat offers a refined and secure private setting just minutes from the beach, upscale dining, boutique shopping, and the area’s most charming attractions.
Each room is elegantly appointed and includes a fully equipped kitchen for added convenience, while lush tropical gardens surround the property with a sense of calm and exclusivity. Guests can unwind in two custom-designed swimming pools, crafted to offer a serene and luxurious atmosphere. To enhance your stay even further, the hotel offers a complimentary breakfast each morning.
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Swim Retreat Gallery
Take home a professionally edited, high-resolution photo album—stunning drone, in-water, and action shots capturing your best moments.
Swim With Purpose
Empower A Child With Your Participation
By joining this retreat, you directly support water safety in our community. In Costa Rica, drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death, making aquatic education an urgent priority. For every swimmer who
registers, a local child will receive a full sponsorship to participate in the next Vamos Youth Swim Academy.
This contribution provides essential swim instruction and lifesaving skills to children who may otherwise have limited access to aquatic education. For years, Vamos Youth has sponsored hundreds of local children through its programs, helping reduce drowning risks and fostering ocean awareness throughout Guanacaste.
Your participation not only elevates your own open-water experience, it actively strengthens our mission to empower youth with the confidence and knowledge to stay safe in the ocean.
Together, we create safer waters for everyone!
Don't wait, Register Now!
Early Bird Discount till Feb 28, 2026.
Founded in 2016, Vamos Youth is dedicated to elevating ocean safety and swim training for children and adults across Guanacaste.
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