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You can dip your toes into the pool if you go to Saigon. Or you can jump off the 10 meter platform if you go to Sun. Just make sure the lifeguard is on duty.
I would suggest start slow with Saigon and build confidence. They will walk you through the process. Then move up to other highly recommended spas for greater experiences. But after you hit EPM or CP I do not have any advice for what is next.