KONA 2026 Senior Spring Invite
Aloha,
We would like to invite teams in your LSC to the 2nd annual Kona Senior Spring Invite!! We would be so grateful if you could help us share the aloha by passing the below invitation along to the teams in your LSC. We’re building something really special here in Hawaiʻi with the Kona Senior Spring Invite. It is a meet that brings together fast swimming, meaningful connection, and the spirit of Aloha.
Our hope is to grow this into a can’t-miss senior travel meet, and with your kōkua (help), we can open this opportunity to more athletes who might never have experienced something like this before. Thank you for helping us spread the word, we truly appreciate it!
Aloha,
We are thrilled to invite you to the 2nd Annual Kona Senior Spring Invite in stunning Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi! Join us March 18–21, 2026 for four unforgettable days of fast swimming, island adventures, and cultural experiences, followed by our signature Open Water Swim on the same course used for the Ironman World Championships on Sunday, March 22.
This is not just another swim meet, it’s the ultimate blend of competition, connection, and aloha spirit.
🌊 Fast Swimming Meets Paradise
With time standards set between Hawaiian Senior Champs and Western Zone Seniors, KSSI creates a sweet spot for high-level racing that’s still accessible to a wide range of senior athletes. We’ve added 50s of stroke this year and are capping the meet at 400 swimmers to ensure efficient sessions; giving your team more time to explore the island.
🌋 Island Culture & Adventure
From traditional Hawaiian performances to breathtaking beaches, historic landmarks, waterfalls, and volcanoes, this is more than a meet, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience for your athletes and families.
🏊 Open Water Race – March 22
Swim in Kailua Bay which is the same location used for the Ironman World Championships! Whether your team is already passionate about open water or looking to try something new, this 2.4 mile race is an unforgettable add-on to your trip.
💥 Bonus: Relay-Only Swimmers
Relay-only athletes may compete in the 100 IM, and doing so qualifies them for up to 6 bonus events!
🔗 Reserve Your Team’s Spot Now
Team reservations are now open!
Reserve your team’s place with a simple headcount — no entries required yet. Space is limited to 400 swimmers, so don’t wait.
👉 Click Here to Reserve Your Team's Spot
🔍 Visit the Meet Website
The KSSI Meet Website has everything you need:
✔️ Time standards
✔️ Draft Meet Notice
✔️ Reservation links
✔️ Meet updates
✔️ Travel Info
👉 Click Here to view the KSSI Website
🧑⚖️ Officials Wanted!
We’re building a great team of officials for both the pool and open water events. If you’re interested in officiating, we’d love to have you on deck.
👉 Click Here for Officials Sign Up
📣 Help Us Grow!
We’d love your help growing KSSI into a can’t-miss senior travel meet. Please feel free to forward this invite to any other teams you think would enjoy this experience. The 400-athlete cap keeps things running smooth while creating space for more swimmers to shine.
📎 Meet Notice & Event File Coming Soon
The final meet notice and event file will be shared as soon as they’re approved by Hawaiian Swimming — we’ll send those your way the moment they’re ready.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Kona for another year of fast swimming, unforgettable memories, and island magic. Mahalo for helping us make this meet something truly special!
Mahalo,
Coach Joyce Follis & Coach Dave Gibson
Kona Aquatics & Kona Dolphins
