I already know how to swim – so I don’t need to learn TI, right?

As long as you have human DNA, Total Immersion is guaranteed to make you swim faster, easier and happier laps than you ever have before. Although you may already be able to traverse a body of water, we can teach you to do it with an ease and fluency that you’ve never thought possible.

I never learned to swim when I was a kid, is it too late to try learning now?

Absolutely not. Total Immersion is highly effective for any adult learning to swim for the first time no matter what your past experiences have been or what your future goals may be.

I’m a very experienced, competitive swimmer – can TI really make me faster?

Of course! Total Immersion is Kaizen swimming – based on the principle of continuous improvement. Because humans naturally have such a low level of efficiency when moving through water, there are endless gains to be made in decreasing energy expenditure and increasing speed. One could literally enjoy a lifetime of constant improvement with Total Immersion and never experience the “terminal mediocrity” reached so quickly with conventional methods.

How is TI different from traditional instruction?

Total Immersion focuses on swimming intelligently. We believe that by practicing the most efficient technique possible, swimmers will move through water with a speed and ease that traditional instruction simply cannot match.

Does TI teach all four legal strokes?

Yes. Total Immersion instructs students to move with grace and purpose whether they’re swimming freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke or butterfly. We also have a DVD available that teaches the Combat Swimmer Stroke: Navy SEAL tested, civilian approved!

Does TI offer instruction for Kids?

Yes, kids of all abilities and ages (starting at six months!) will benefit from TI instruction. Whether your child is learning to swim for the first time, overcoming fear of the water, or training competitively you will love the results that TI will deliver.

Swimming makes me feel uncomfortable and afraid – can TI help?

Yes! Total Immersion has helped countless hydrophobic individuals who are now proud to report that they can put their faces in water with confidence and swim across deep, open water with leisure. We can enable anyone to enjoy the serenity of being totally immersed.

In what ways can TI be therapeutic?

Total Immersion has empowered individuals with illnesses and injuries of all kinds to improve their health and strength with exposure to the uniquely healing qualities of exercising in water.

Can TI help individuals with disabilities?

TI instructors have helped many individuals with disabilities enjoy the benefits of swimming and the freeing experience of moving confidently through water.

My body just doesn’t float, so I’ll never be able to swim – right?

You will with TI! Conventional instruction might lead you to believe that you are a lost cause in the swimming realm, but TI guarantees that you’ll swim better than you ever thought possible.

I just want to swim for fitness – why would I want to become more efficient?

Fitness swimmers will benefit from the increased enjoyment of swimming and the reduced risk of injury that the TI technique provides.

How can I learn TI?

There are many resources available to help you learn TI. These include our books, DVDs, Drill Cards, Video Analysis, Workshops, Private Instruction and Studio Instruction.

How long does it take to learn TI?

Total Immersion is taught by mastering the TI Drill Sequence. Because every individual has a unique pace and process for learning, it is impossible to give an exact amount of time; however, many students are able to master the basic sequence after five hours of one-on-one instruction with a coach. Total Immersion is taught on the principle of Kaizen (Continuous Improvement), and therefore the opportunities for improvement and the quest for perfection will last a lifetime.

Where is TI located?

The worldwide TI headquarters are located in New Paltz, New York; however, we have TI Coaches located in various places across the U.S. Find a coach near you!

Is TI practiced worldwide, or just in the US?

Total Immersion is a worldwide enterprise with an international following. The TI books, DVDs and Drill Cards are available in 8 languages (English, Polish, Japanese, Chinese, Czech, Spanish, German, Hebrew) and our methods have proven to translate very well in other parts of the world. Visit TI Worldwide!

Learning TI has given me a lot of insight into my Yoga practice – What other disciplines is TI similar to?

Many activities share qualities with TI practice: Yoga, Tai Chi, Dance and Martial Arts just to name a few. Students from Acting and Music backgrounds tell us about the similarities they have found between the mindful practice of TI and their various professions. TI is truly an art!

I want to teach TI! Can I become a coach?

Absolutely! Total Immersion is not only a revolutionary way to teach and practice swimming, but also a unique career opportunity. You can contact Angela Dorris for additional information – angela@totalimmersion.net