Adaptive Swim Lessons
Enhanced Water Safety
Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our lessons prioritize safety by teaching critical survival skills such as floating, turning to safety, and exiting the water.
Individualized Instruction
The swim instructors create personalized lesson based on the student's specific needs and abilities. This might involve repetition or sensory-friendly environments. In either case, it build skills in a way that is both effective and enjoyable.
Improved Physical Health
Swimming provides a full-body workout that improve cardiovascular health, muscle tone, coordination, and flexibility. For individuals with mobility challenges, swimming offers a supportive medium where they can move more freely and comfortably than on land.
Boosted Confidence & Self-Esteem
Mastering swim skills can significantly boost a student's confidence and self-esteem. Many participants gain a sense of achievement and independence, which can translate to improved performance in other areas of life.
Experience With Disability Types
- Down Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- ADHD
- ID/DD
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Sensory Struggles
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- And more
Goal-Oriented Lessons
Special Needs Swim Lessons For Adults & Children in San Diego
Water safety is a vital skill for everyone. But for individuals with disabilities or special needs, traditional swim lessons don’t offer the most effective learning environment. Adaptive swim lessons are designed to meet the unique physical, cognitive, and emotional needs of these individuals. As such, it offers customized instruction that enhances safety, builds confidence, and promotes a sense of belonging.
Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. At Maryam Aquatics & Bodyworks, our lessons are conducted by instructors trained in adaptive aquatics.