While all children need to learn the basics of water safety, kids with special needs are especially vulnerable. They are often drawn to lakes, pools, and even bathtubs. That’s why drowning is the #1 cause of accidental death in kids with autism. These deaths can be avoided with basic swim lessons catered toward the needs of children with different needs.
At Saf-T-Swim Riverhead, we provide swimming lessons for special needs kids to help increase lung capacity, strengthen muscles, and build fundamental water safety skills. Children with special needs also process information in their own unique ways. Our caring and flexible instructors have extensive experience teaching kids with a variety of unique needs, including:
Before your child starts swim lessons, we recommend sitting down together to discuss your family’s goals. We will also learn all about your child's abilities and give you a chance to ask questions and meet the team. After this introductory meeting, we will craft a personalized teaching plan and connect you with an experienced swimming instructor who will be an ideal personality match.
At Saf-T-Swim Riverhead, we center our classes on water safety to help young swimmers learn to love and respect the water. Our highly trained and enthusiastic instructors are dedicated to providing every student with a safe, attentive, and fun environment to learn fundamental lifelong swimming skills.
At each of our facilities on Long Island, we provide private swimming lessons for children that include:
Right from the start, kids are taught the basics of water safety and the correct way to swim. In addition to learning how to float, students learn the best, most efficient swim strokes which enable them to avoid or escape potentially dangerous situations.
Your young swimmer will learn how to swim at their own pace in a nurturing, supportive setting with classes that prioritize skill retention and having fun. As their skills increase, children become more and more confident, both in the water and in everyday life.
