Ages 4–90
Overcoming Fear of Water
Get closer to the water at your own pace
Emotional support and gradual water adaptation in a protected, discreet setting. Patient, gentle and pressure-free, for every age.
Who it’s for
- Children and adults who are afraid of the water, from age 4 to 90
- Anyone who had a bad experience in the water and wants to feel safe again
- People looking for a patient, discreet approach, away from a crowded pool
What you get
- Emotional support and step-by-step water adaptation
- A protected, quiet and discreet setting
- Patience and gentle emotional support all the way
- Progress at your own pace, without pressure
With Katrin
Katrin Shafir — Israeli champion and 2017 Maccabiah bronze medalist in the 200 m butterfly, with a B.Ed in Physical Education and hands-on experience in Europe.
Read the full storyHow to join
It all happens on WhatsApp, right from your phone.
- Send a message On WhatsApp, or with the short form on this page.
- A quick matching chat We get to know you, hear what matters to you and choose the right track together.
- Payment and a digital receipt Payment details arrive on WhatsApp, and the receipt goes straight to your phone.
- Swim and get feedback After the lesson you get a video with personal feedback, so you can see the progress.
What people say
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I've been afraid of the water my whole life. We worked patiently, with no pressure, and for the first time I enjoy being in the pool.
Fear-of-water participant Adult Overcoming Fear of Water Sample testimonial
Questions about this track
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Chat on WhatsApp (opens WhatsApp)From what age can you join?
From age 4. The Water Experience is for ages 4–10, the Swimming Excellence Center for ages 10–18, and the fear-of-water sessions suit every age, from 4 to 90.
Do I need to know how to swim to start?
No. The Water Experience starts with pre-swimming, and the fear-of-water sessions start with gradual water adaptation, at each participant’s own pace.
How many people are in a group?
Groups are kept especially small, so everyone gets full personal attention. We’ll share the details of the right group for you on WhatsApp.
How does payment work?
After the matching chat, payment details are sent to you on WhatsApp, and the receipt arrives digitally on your phone.
Where do the lessons take place?
At the Givat Ela swimming pool.
What is the video feedback?
We document lessons and give real-time video feedback. After the lesson you receive a video, so you can see the progress for yourself.
Are the fear-of-water sessions discreet?
Yes. Sessions take place in a protected, discreet setting, with patience and gentle emotional support, at a pace that suits you.
Who teaches?
Katrin Shafir, Israeli champion, 2017 Maccabiah bronze medalist and B.Ed in Physical Education, together with a team of experienced instructors.
Quick sign-up
Fill in a few details and the message opens in WhatsApp, ready to send.