"They were excellent swimmers, and have as little fear of the sea as dolphins" — Antonio Pigafetta, with Magellan's Squadron, 1521

Swim

Sirena Project

The Sirena Project teaches women and teenage girls to swim in a safe and supported environment. Classes are Saturdays from 8:00am to 9:00am at the Guma Sakman.

Gamsun Project

The Gamsun Project prepares teenage youth to pass the swim test required to qualify to train as a lifeguard. The Gamsum Project meets Sundays from 12:30pm to 1:30pm at the Guma Sakman.

Dolphin Club Saipan

Dolphin Club Saipan is the water safety program of 500 Sails. The program is inspired and supported by our friends at the San Francico Dolphin Swimming & Boating Club.

Dolphin Club Saipan meets at 6:00am Monday through Friday at the Guma Sakman for group swim practice. There is no cost to join or swim with the Dolphin Club Saipan, and restrooms and showers are available at the Guma Sakman. Orange Dolphin Club Saipan swim caps are required and are provided free of charge. Free donated used goggles are also provided (compliments of our friends at the San Francisco Dolphin Swimming and Boating Club).