A one-hour, private session that takes kids from pool drills to ocean awareness at Charley Young Beach. Certified coaches teach breath control, underwater escapes, and safe rescue techniques in a friendly, age-appropriate format.
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A single-hour lesson at Charley Young Beach opens with the salt-air tang and the soft, steady hush of surf. Children gather on warm sand while certified coaches move with quiet authority — turning play into lessons that stick. The session shifts from pool drills to ocean awareness, where small bodies learn to read the water as the reef and current test their new skills.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for young children and adults of all fitness levels; basic comfort in water recommended for participants
Wildlife
History
Kihei’s shoreline sits on relatively young basalt flows; fishing and ocean stewardship have been central to Native Hawaiian life here for centuries.
Conservation
This program emphasizes reef-safe practices and distance from marine life; avoid touching coral or approaching resting turtles to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Pool and Ocean Safety Lesson today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Hawaii bans certain chemicals; use reef-safe SPF and reapply after saltwater exposure to protect coral and skin.
Arrive early for a cooler lesson
Morning sessions avoid stronger afternoon winds and higher crowds, making transitions between pool and ocean smoother.
Watch, don’t join unless asked
Parents should stay nearby but let instructors lead — this helps kids focus and instructors manage safety protocols efficiently.
Know local ocean conditions
Ask the coach about surf, tides, and reef entry points; conditions can change quickly on Maui’s south shore.
Swimsuit
Comfortable suit for pool drills and ocean practice.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local coral — reapply after water exposure.
summer
Towel and change of clothes
Drying off and layering to stay warm after the lesson.
Water shoes or reef booties
Helps with rocky reef entries and protects little feet during ocean practice.
summer