CARIBABAD

What CARIBABAD does

Caribabad is a subtropical swimming paradise and aquatic leisure facility located at Bataafsekade 8, Gorinchem, Netherlands, operating as a privately-held single-site recreation center. The facility comprises three core pool assets — a recreation pool (Recreatiebad) with water slides and bubble baths, a competition pool (Wedstrijdbad) used for lessons and aqua jogging, and an outdoor pool (Buitenbad) — supplemented by on-site hospitality (Horeca). The product portfolio is structured into four sub-brands targeting distinct user segments: Cariba Zwemles (ABC, private, special needs, adult, and women's swimming lessons), Cariba Fit (Aqua Vitaal, Aquajoggen, lane swimming, Caribaerobic, and Therapiezwemmen), Cariba Women (pregnancy swimming, baby/toddler swimming, ladies' swimming, Women Only sessions), and Cariba Kids (baby/toddler swimming, children's parties, disco swimming). AquaBliek is positioned as a major new facility addition described as 'the new swimming pool of Gorinchem.'

Name

CARIBABAD

Legal name

Caribabad

Website

https://caribabad.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Caribabad is a subtropical swimming paradise and aquatic leisure facility in Gorinchem, Netherlands, operating recreational, competition, and outdoor pools alongside on-site hospitality. It serves local families, swimming lesson participants, fitness seekers, women, and children through sub-brands Cariba Zwemles, Cariba Fit, Cariba Women, and Cariba Kids.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aquatic Recreation Services

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Water Parks (Outdoor/Indoor, Wave Pools & Slides) (THAJAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aquatic Family Entertainment Centers (Splash Pads, Aquatic Playgrounds, Swim Parks) (THAJAEAL), Outdoor Water Parks (Wave Pools, Lazy Rivers, Slides) (THAAABAA)

Keywords

• Aquatic recreation services
• Swimming lessons
• Water fitness programs
• Recreational swimming facility
• Children's swimming activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Gorinchem

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Recreational Swimming Tickets: Revenue generated from selling tickets for recreational swimming access to the subtropical swimming paradise facility. Online ticket sales system implemented for convenience.
2. Swimming Lessons: Structured swimming lessons including ABC program, private lessons, adult lessons, and women's swimming lessons. Operates under Cariba Zwemles brand with multiple lesson types.
3. Fitness and Aquatics Programs: Revenue from fitness activities including Aqua Vitaal, Aquajoggen, Caribaerobic, and therapy swimming. Also includes lane swimming (Banenzwemmen).
4. Horeca/Catering: On-site hospitality services including food and beverages for visitors.
5. Event Hosting: Revenue from hosting children's parties (Cariba Kinderfeesten), disco swimming events, and other special events.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Caribabad operates a subtropical swimming paradise in Gorinchem, Netherlands, featuring a recreational pool with water slides and bubble baths, a competition pool, and an outdoor pool. The facility provides structured swimming lessons (Cariba Zwemles), water-based fitness programs (Cariba Fit), women-focused aquatic activities (Cariba Women), and children's programs (Cariba Kids), along with on-site hospitality (Horeca) and event hosting such as children's parties and disco swimming.

Product overview

Caribabad is a subtropical swimming paradise and aquatic leisure facility in Gorinchem, Netherlands. The facility operates as a unified platform offering multiple pools (recreational, competition, and outdoor), aquatic programs, and hospitality services. The product portfolio is organized into specialized sub-brands: Cariba Zwemles (swimming lessons for all ages including ABC program, private, special needs, adult, and women-specific lessons), Cariba Fit (water fitness including Aqua Vitaal, aqua jogging, lane swimming, caribaerobic, and therapy swimming), Cariba Kids (children's activities including baby/toddler swimming, parties, and disco swimming), and Cariba Women (women's programs including pregnancy swimming and ladies swimming). Additional offerings include online ticket sales, student tracking systems, and AquaBliek - the new swimming pool of Gorinchem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cariba Zwemles: Swimming lessons program offering ABC swimming lessons, private lessons, adult swimming lessons, and special swimming lessons
• Cariba Fit
• Cariba Women
• Cariba Kids

Products and services

• Recreatiebad (Recreational Pool) Tropical swimming paradise with water slides, bubble baths, and relaxation areas for recreational aquatic experiences.
• Wedstrijdbad (Competition Pool) Sports/competition pool used for swimming lessons, aqua jogging, and public diving access.
• Buitenbad (Outdoor Pool) Outdoor swimming paradise offering outdoor aquatic experiences and activities.
• Horeca (Hospitality/Catering) On-site hospitality and catering facilities offering food and beverages to visitors of the aquatic center.
• AquaBliek New swimming pool of Gorinchem, representing a major facility upgrade to the Caribabad aquatic complex.
• Cariba Zwemles (Swimming Lessons) Structured swimming lesson program covering all levels (ABC program, private, special needs, adult, and women-specific lessons) with enrollment system and progress tracking.
• Cariba Fit (Water Fitness Program) Water-based fitness and wellness program offering Aqua Vitaal, Aquajoggen, lane swimming (Banenzwemmen), Caribaerobic, and Therapiezwemmen for adults and seniors.
• Cariba Women Women-focused aquatic programs including pregnancy swimming, baby/toddler swimming, ladies-only swimming, and women's swimming lessons.
• Cariba Kids Children's aquatic activities including baby/toddler swimming, children's parties (Cariba Kinderfeesten), and disco swimming events.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Efteling: Large Dutch theme park with on-site aquatic facilities. Comparable as a major Dutch family-entertainment destination offering combined recreation experiences, though on a much larger scale and different geography.
• Walibi Holland: Dutch theme park featuring a dedicated water park (Aqualibi) plus amusement attractions. Compares as a broader Dutch entertainment venue but with water recreation as one of several offerings rather than the sole focus.
• Center Parcs: European operator of holiday parks with integrated subtropical swimming paradises (e.g., Aqua Mundo). Highly comparable product concept but delivered through resort accommodation rather than a community day-visit model.
• Slagharen: Dutch theme park/resort with a water park component (Aqua Mexicana). Comparable in combining water recreation with broader family entertainment, though Slagharen is significantly larger and resort-integrated.

Direct peers

• Duinrell: Dutch family-oriented water park (Tikibad) plus theme park in Wassenaar. Compares directly to Caribabad on subtropical indoor swimming with slides and family recreation targeting domestic Dutch consumers.
• Optisport: Major Dutch operator of swimming pools, fitness, and recreational facilities across the Netherlands. Compares directly as a multi-pool operator running lessons, fitness, and recreation programming similar to Caribabad's offerings.
• Sportfondsen Nederland: Dutch swimming pool and sports facility operator managing municipal and private aquatic centers. Comparable to Caribabad on multi-pool facility management, lesson programming, and fitness offerings in the Dutch market.
• De Blink: Dutch recreational aquatic facility offering swimming, lessons, and family recreation. Comparable to Caribabad as a similarly positioned suburban aquatic center serving local Dutch family and lesson customers.

Regional players

• Plopsaland De Panne: Belgian theme park with water park components targeting Flemish family audiences. Compares to Caribabad's family/recreation value proposition but operates on a different side of the Dutch-Belgian border.
• Tropical Islands: Large indoor water park/resort in Germany. Comparable product (indoor tropical swimming paradise with slides, wellness, and lessons) but operates in a different geography as a destination facility rather than a community pool.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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