Swimming With Cregos
Swimming With Cregos
In The Red Sea
Eilat is a resort town in southern Israel, located at the northern tip of the Red Sea.
Known for its clear waters and white sandy beaches, it attracts visitors from around the world.
With warm weather year-round, it's one of the best places in Israel to swim — in any season.
My swimming vacations
**Participants must be 16 years old or older to take part in the swimming retreats.
24-Hour Retreat – Preliminary Schedule
Thursday
Arrival at Prima Music Hotel, Eilat
Arrival and hotel check-in by 14:30
15:00 – Meet in the hotel lobby with swimsuits, goggles, and towels
15:30 – Afternoon swim at Eilat’s North Beach
Free time and dinner
19:30 – Group dinner and opening talk
Friday
05:40 – Meet in the lobby and walk down to Katz’a Beach
06:00 – Morning swim at Katz’a Beach (feet in the water!)
08:00 – Return to the hotel for breakfast (included)
Check-out + rest break
11:00 – Midday swim
12:30 – End of swim and transport back to hotel – the hotel provides access to the pool showers and fresh towels
14:00 – Lunch (included) and closing talk
Note: The schedule, swim locations, and lunch spot may be subject to change.
5 Day retreat-schedule
Day 1 – Arrival & First Swim
Participants check into the hotel in Eilat.
At 14:00, we meet in the hotel lobby for introductions.
At 15:00, we head out for our first open water swim.
The rest of the afternoon is free time to relax or explore.
In the evening, we gather for dinner, followed by a short opening talk and welcome session at 19:00.
Day 2 – Morning & Midday Swims
We begin early with a 06:00 AM swim at Nesicha Beach, followed by breakfast at the hotel.
Late morning and early afternoon are open for rest and free time.
At 13:00, we meet again for a second swim.
Afterwards, there’s time to freshen up at the hotel before enjoying a late lunch or early dinner together.
Day 3 – Swim & Day Trip
At 06:00 AM, we swim at Katssa Beach, then return to the hotel for breakfast.
The rest of the day is dedicated to a group day trip, exploring the area.
We return to the hotel in the afternoon to refresh, followed by dinner together in the evening.
Day 4 – Long Swim & Afternoon Session
We begin the day with a long morning swim from Bar Beach to Nesicha at 06:00 AM, followed by breakfast.
Midday includes rest and free time.
At 16:00, we meet again for an afternoon swim.
We return to the hotel to refresh and enjoy dinner together.
Day 5 – Final Swim & Closing
The day starts with a final early morning swim at Katssa Beach at 06:00 AM, followed by breakfast and hotel check-out.
We wrap up the retreat with a closing talk and farewells.
שאלות נפוצות
About me
My name is Craig (Cregos) Ariav. I was born in South Africa.
I’m married to Hagit and the proud father of Goni and Gali.
I’m a swimming instructor and coach.
Swimming is my passion and one of my greatest sources of energy.
I love sharing it with others — teaching, coaching, and being part of their growing connection to the water.
When I’m not coaching, you’ll probably find me swimming — in the sea or in the pool.
