Learn more about Swim With Hoku

Swim With Hoku is a family business where the entire family plays a role in the operation and success!

Hokuloa grew up on the island of Moloka’i where the water is a way of life. He has been an avid waterman since a young age and has an unparalleled passion for the water. His time in the water has taught him how important swim skills are for people of all ages.

Many people enter the water without the proper knowledge of safety and how to notice drowning behaviors. Drowning is the 2nd leading cause of death in children under 4. Hokuloa is extremely comfortable and confident in the water and will teach this confidence to your child.

Rachele is Hokuloa’s wife and business partner. She is responsible for the backend portion of the business which includes booking of classes, client communication, swimmer happiness and family success.

Our philosophy

Understand that ALL CHILDREN MANIPULATE those in control. You as a parent are on duty 24 hours a day and there are gaps in your continuity of parenting. Hokuloa, as the swim instructor has your child for 10-15 minutes and cannot pay attention to the manipulative noise (crying). Saving one’s life demands an immediate action which is developed as a CONDITIONED RESPONSE.

The no nonsense method of instruction is time-tested. It works, watch and enjoy your child learn a LIFE SKILL!

A child’s daily routine relies on maintaining CONTROL through MANIPULATION.

This is done vocally by crying.

All children, as part of their natural growth pattern, physical as well as mental, search for control. For this the child will vocally try to get the ball in their court. This trait has been observed with Hokuloa’s students. Another commonality, is the young person’s comfort level. Discipline is accomplished much easier with daily continuity within the family structure. Too many choices confuse most children. Make life simple, consistent and understandable. It will help your child progress in the early years as well as making parenting easier.

BE CONSISTENT!