Join thousands of swimmers worldwide in a record-breaking water safety lesson at Destin's top waterpark
June 25, 2026
09:00 – 12:00
1007 US Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541
<p>Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park in Destin joins aquatic facilities around the globe for the World's Largest Swimming Lesson — an annual event that combines Guinness World Record attempts with critical water safety education for children. Thousands of participants across the world take the lesson simultaneously, and Destin is proud to be part of this life-saving tradition.</p><p>The event focuses on drowning prevention — the leading cause of accidental death in young children — through fun, engaging swimming instruction that teaches kids essential water safety skills. At Big Kahuna's, participants get to learn in one of the Emerald Coast's premier aquatic venues, with professional instruction in a festive, supportive environment right on the Gulf Coast.</p><p>Whether your child is a nervous beginner or a confident swimmer, the World's Largest Swimming Lesson is a meaningful and memorable experience that pairs water safety with pure summer fun. It's the perfect way to spend a June morning before diving into everything Big Kahuna's has to offer the rest of the day.</p>
Families with children learning to swim, water safety advocates
Professional swimming instruction, water safety education, Guinness World Record attempt, fun poolside atmosphere at Big Kahuna's
Register your child in advance through Big Kahuna's website — slots fill up fast. Plan to stay for the full park experience after the lesson.
Check bigkahunas.com for current pricing; may be included with waterpark admission or require separate registration