H E L D I N W A T E R S
Water as a language of trust.
OUR APPROACH
I'm Hannah. 25 years in the water.
Hood River, Oregon — and online, everywhere.
Water as a language of trust
Every session is rooted in somatic practice and infant development wisdom. We don't rush milestones. We follow your child's lead — building ease in the body first, so that real safety and real skills have something lasting to grow from.
Child-led, always
We honor your child's cues, boundaries, and readiness — no pressure, no rushing.
Adaptive & inclusive
Trained for children with autism, trauma, sensory sensitivities, and physical delays.
Somatic & body-aware
Children learn to feel at home in their bodies before they feel at home in the water.
Safety through confidence
Real water safety lives in the body — in ease, regulation, and familiarity with water.
Caregiver as anchor
You are in the water with your child. That shared presence is where the trust is built.
Boundaries, not fear
We guide children to explore water with curiosity — never overwhelm, never force.
HOW IT WORKS
Simple from start to finish
Here's exactly what to expect — from finding us to your child's first moment in the water.
Step 01
Follow & stay in the loop
Session dates, times, and enrollment openings are announced on Instagram and this website first.
Step 02
Enroll on Jackrabbit
Registration is handled through Jackrabbit — our secure class system. Quick, easy, all in one place.
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Step 03
Receive your details
Your welcome email includes the exact venue address in Hood River, what to bring, and how to prepare.
Step 04
Enter the water together
Come as you are. Hannah and her team hold the space. You and your child follow the water's lead.
📅 Schedules are posted on Instagram and this website. Join our email list to be the first to know when enrollment opens.
PROGRAMS
Current & upcoming sessions
All registrations through Jackrabbit. Location details sent in your welcome email after enrollment.
Spring swim sessions
Ages 0–8 · Small groups · Hood River, Oregon
Registration Open
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Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.