Special Needs
Swim Lessons for Children with Special Abilities
At Katie's Kickers, we believe every child needs the opportunity to learn life-saving swimming skills, and that all children are safer and happier when they learn the basics of water safety, no matter the challenges they face. Currently, more than 62 percent of our swimmers have medical or academic diagnoses.
Our program is tailored to meet the individual goals of each swimmer, emphasizing comfort in the water, prioritizing safety, and teaching the fundamentals of swimming within the limits of a child's physical and developmental capabilities.
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Please fill out the questionnaire to provide us with the best information to help develop an individualized lesson plan based on the goals, interests, and abilities of each swimmer.
Will my child with special abilities benefit from swim lessons?
Swimming lessons can be therapeutic and particularly calming for swimmers with special abilities. The water soothes sensory overload, providing a sense of weightlessness and easing physical discomfort. Additional benefits are improved balance, coordination, strength, and range of motion. Parents often notice a boost in their child's confidence and self-esteem. At Katie's Kickers, your child will learn to swim in an environment that is not only safe but also nurturing and supportive.
Lesson plans are individualized and structured around the goals and interests of the swimmer. Children with special abilities thrive with teachers who are empathic, patient and flexible. Katie's Kickers instructors have experience teaching the necessary skills at the appropriate time for children with a variety of special abilities.
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We encourage parents to start by filling out our confidential and detailed questionnaire. Prior to your child’s first swim lesson, we will work together to determine your family’s goals, get to know your child’s abilities, and answer any questions you may have. You are also welcome to come in and meet our team of instructors before enrolling! After the initial meeting, our team will develop a customized teaching plan and connect you with an experienced instructor, who is matched to your child based on personality and goals. We recommend that our swimmers with special abilities are in private, ongoing, weekly classes.
