Adaptive/Challenger
Swim Lessons
Learn to Swim
Swim lessons help individuals with special needs get active, develop new skills, gain confidence and have fun. To learn more about the YMCA's Adaptive Swim Programs and be connected with an instructor, please complete the form below and an associate will follow up.
FEES: Prices vary by center, financial assistance available
Children and young adults with special needs can learn to swim at the Y. Classes are modified to work with each participant on individual needs while learning basic water safety and swimming skills.
Adaptive Swim Lessons maintain an instructor to participant ratio of one-to-one or one-to-two.
Autism Society Swim Lessons
Our Y and the Autism Society - The Heartland have partnered together to offer a swim and safety program to reduce the risk of drowning among children on the autism spectrum.