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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Austell

Private, at-home special needs swim lessons. One-on-one instruction for Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and more – in your home pool.

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When raising a child with special needs, learning to swim can feel like another hurdle – but it’s one that can be overcome. At Sunsational Swim School, we’re proud to offer special needs swim lessons near you in Austell. Our experienced instructors teach one-on-one lessons for children with Autism, ADHD, sensory challenges, physical disabilities, and more. Our goal is to help our special needs students build water confidence, improve fitness and learn essential water safety skills.

Sunational Swim Lessons At Home!

We make special needs swim lessons near me convenient by letting you choose the schedule and location – whether it’s in the comfort of your home pool or a community pool. Our patient, caring instructors adapt lessons to your child’s unique needs, ensuring a positive and supportive experience that helps them thrive as safer, happier swimmers.

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We cater to many needs

Autism, Asperger’s or related syndromes

Cerebral Palsy

Down Syndrome

Sensory Integration Disorder

ADHD

Physical difficulties

Sensory challenges

And many others

Why are Austell SNAP swim lessons so important?

Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in the US for children under 14, and in most cases, it happens in just minutes – even when a caregiver is nearby. In fact:

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75%of children who drown were out of sight for five minutes or less
9 out of 10drowning deaths occur while an adult is present

Enrolling your child in swimming lessons is one of the best ways to prevent drowning by teaching them essential water safety skills

Featured kids swim instructors in Austell, GA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Austell. Every Sunsational swim teacher is a vetted aquatics professional, CPR/First Aid certified, passes a national background check, and has a proven track record of successful teaching before they even land an interview with Sunsational. We back their expertise with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Why? Because we know great instructors mean fast results!

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Katherine B.

Powder Springs, Georgia 30127

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Joniece H.

Joniece H.

Smyrna, GA 30080

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jimmy F.

Jimmy F.

Marietta, Georgia 30064

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Chelsea M.

Chelsea M.

Smyrna, Georgia 30080

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ravieon W.

Ravieon W.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Maria G.

Maria G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Angela G.

Angela G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Erick F.

Erick F.

Dallas, Georgia 30132

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ashante F.

Ashante F.

Atlanta, Georgia 30339

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Dominique H.

Dominique H.

College Park, Georgia 30349

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ruth D.

Ruth D.

Atlanta, Georgia 30311

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Eunique Y.

Eunique Y.

marietta, Georgia 30067

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

We're so confident in the quality of our swim instructors that we stand behind them with our Sunsational Instructor Guarantee!

If your first lesson is anything less than Sunsational, just let us know and we can either refund your unused lesson time or re-start your lesson package with a more suitable Instructor, your choice!

Start swimming faster with personalized special needs swim lessons in Austell

At Sunsational Swim School, we believe special needs swim lessons are essential, and we make them convenient for families in Austell. With flexible scheduling and lessons at your home pool, your loved one can learn in a safe and supportive environment.

Our instructors tailor each one-on-one session to your child's unique needs, ensuring personalized lessons that help them build confidence, improve skills, and achieve meaningful progress.

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Benefits of swimming lessons for special needs students

It could save their lives

Often it is simply a lack of awareness that causes danger among children with special needs. Our special needs swim lessons educate kids on all aspects of water safety, and the skills they need to survive in a water environment.

Help boost confidence & self-esteem

Many children with special needs have problems with confidence, but successfully learning a new skill like swimming with the help of a special needs swim instructor can make all the difference.

It improves their fitness & strength

Special needs children can benefit from the improvement of strength and fitness that comes with our swim lessons, making them healthier and more capable.

Improve coordination & range of motion

Swimming is an activity that improves balance, coordination and range of motion, all things that many special needs children struggle with. Our talented special needs swim instructors can help your child improve their skills in each area as they learn to swim.

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Special Needs And Abilities/ SNAP Swim Lesson Pricing

The more you buy, the more you save! Have special funding? We accept grants from third-party organizations to support swim lessons for special needs students.

1 Student

30+ Minute Private Lessons

(1Hr+ Can be divided by multiple students)

18 lessons

$

77

/ 30 minutes

-14%
$

106

/ HOUR

-15%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

82

/ 30 minutes

-9%
$

112

/ HOUR

-10%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

90

/ 30 minutes

$

125

/ HOUR

*60+ minute lessons can be divided into back-to-back lessons for multiple children

Swim Lessons With Local Swim Instructors You Can Trust

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What makes our Swim Instructors Sunsational?

Passed Extensive Background Checks

Vetted Experienced aquatics Professionals

Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Company Liability Insurance for All Sunsational Lessons

Patient, Caring and Love Teaching!

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Hand-assigned to you by our expert matching team based on your needs!

Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

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Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualized instruction

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Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

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Preset class schedules, often different schedules for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

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Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons

Faster Progression saves money in the long run

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More Sessions Needed to see real progress

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*If you'd like to work with a specific instructor, we'll do our best match you with your request. However, instructor availability is not guaranteed. If the instructor is unavailable, we'll pair you with a swim instructor who's equally qualified!

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Alyssa C.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Alyssa! I was a lifeguard for January 2018 and a swim instructor since January 2020! I have worked with children of all ages and have experience with children in the classroom as well! Feel free to message me with any questions!

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Katherine B.

Powder Springs, Georgia 30127

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello! Im Katherine, a swim instructor with a background in both water safety and behavior support. I previously worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor, and I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist). I bring a calm, supportive approach to lessons, focusing on building trust, confidence, and strong foundational skills in the water. My experience helps me meet each swimmer where they arewhether they are just getting comfortable or refining techniqueIm always meeting them with patience and encouragement.

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Joniece H.

Smyrna, GA 30080

Sunsational Vetted Since 2018

Hi, my name is Joniece and I've been teaching swim lessons for 20+ years with all ages (infants to adults) of various levels of experience. I was a competitive swimmer for 10 years (and still compete today) and my favorite stroke is butterfly. I went to Baruch College and have my Masters in Marketing and Finance. I love teaching swimming because you can do it for your whole life! I look forward to creating a custom swimming experience to match your goals and needs.

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Jimmy F.

Marietta, Georgia 30064

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello! My name is Jimmy Franck. I am a former collegiate swimmer at the University of Montevallo, where I specialized in swimming sprint freestyle. I set three school records during my time at Montevallo in the 200, 400, and 800 freestyle relays, as well as getting a podium finish in the 50 freestyle and 200 freestyle. In addition, I received a first-place award in the 400 freestyle relay and 800 freestyle relay. I am the former head coach for the Echo Mills Lightning Strikes summer league team, where I coached since June 2020. In addition to coaching, I have also provided clinics and lessons to my swimmers. I have been in the water for over half of my life and love teaching kids to enjoy the water as much as I do.

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Chelsea M.

Smyrna, Georgia 30080

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Chelsea, an avid swimmer and caregiver. With over five years of experience working with children of all ages in both educational and recreational settings, Ive built a strong foundation in guiding kids through new experiencesespecially in active, hands-on environments. At the pool, beach, or any body of water, I could spend hours swimming or floating around soaking up the sun. My goal is to help your child feel comfortable doing the same. Whether we're working on strokes or building water confidence, Im here to make swim lessons a positive experience your child will look forward to every week!

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Ravieon W.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Ravieon! Im a private swim instructor with experience teaching kids, adults, and swimmers with special needs. I focus on making lessons fun, safe, and personalized to each persons comfort level and goals. Whether its learning the basics or improving technique, Im here to help you feel confident and strong in the water!

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Maria G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Maria Grishkovets! I started out as a competitive swimmer and then did coaching for the little ones to gain high school volunteer hours. Thats when I discovered how much I love teaching swim! Ive since worked full time as a swim instructor, teaching all ages from 4 months to adults. Whether it's building confidence in little ones, helping adults feel at ease in the water, or refining technique for competitive swimmers, I bring patience, experience, and enthusiasm to every lesson. I recently moved back home after studying in Arkansas and am excited to return to what I loveteaching swim! Im CPR certified and have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2021! I hope you consider me for all your swim instructor needs!

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Angela G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

As a retired government employee and a devoted parent of three grown children, I bring a lifetime of experience, patience, and dedication to everything I do. I taught all of my children to swim at an early age, and over the years, I have shared that same skill with numerous relatives, neighbors, and friends in my home pool. My hands-on experience and passion for water safety have helped many children build confidence in the water. In addition to my swimming experience, I currently work part-time with children on the autism spectrum, where I provide support with understanding, empathy, and consistency. My background in both public service and special needs care makes me especially attuned to safety.

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Kendra D.

Smyrna, GA 30080

Sunsational Vetted Since 2018

My name is Kendra and I have experience teaching all ages. I, like many Florida natives, grew up around water. I attended school at Alabama State University out my first job out of college was as a soccer coach, instructing ages 3-10. I began teaching swim lessons for a private company where I instructed ages 4 months to 10 years old. I look forward to exploring the joys of swimming with you.

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Langston G.

Atlanta, Georgia 30339

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hello! My name is Langston and I have been teaching swim for 5 years and have experience with ages 10 months - 65 years old. I have experience with both beginners and experienced/swim team level individuals and groups from my time at the YMCA.

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Erick F.

Dallas, Georgia 30132

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hello! My name is Erick Fortner, and I am a former NCAA college swimmer. I have been swimming since February 2017, and I have taught swim lessons since February 2021. I have taught ages ranging from 18 months to 50 years of age. I have worked with special needs children before and understand the patience and time it can take to help a child with special needs. I am very encouraging and understand that every swimmer has to start somewhere. I am high energy and love being able to see people succeed in their goals!

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Ashante F.

Atlanta, Georgia 30339

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Good afternoon, I have been working with children since November 2019. I first started as a lifeguard, then I became a swim instructor/coach for kids aged 6 months to 12 years old. I then became an assistant infant teacher and an after-school teacher! I love working with children, implementing activities that help brighten a child's future; it's always been my passion. I like to think of myself as a sitter but also an educator! I have experience with all ages. I love working with all ages. I have an associate's degree, graduated from Georgia State University! I currently have my bachelor's as well!

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Dominique H.

College Park, Georgia 30349

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello Swimmers!! My name is Dominique, and the water is my second home! Ive known how to swim since the age of 3, and it has always been a place of joy and peace for me. I have been in the aquatics business since February 2014, starting as a lifeguard for my very first job at 15. Since then, I have guarded at public and private pools and facilities, coached swim teams, hosted mermaid parties, and taught swim lessons and water safety to all ages. My biggest accomplishment in aquatics was performing CPR on a young woman at my first lifeguarding job. Its a life-changing experience, having someones life in your hands, but it taught me the importance of water safety. I find great pride in sharing my knowledge and love of the water with others.

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Dalia M.

Marietta, Georgia 30060

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Dalia and i've been teaching swim lessons for about 5 years with all ages. I've taught from 6 months, preschool, middle school, high school, and adults. I went to Cal State Long Beach and earned my Bachelor's in Business Administration. I love teaching swimming because I feel like I am making a difference in someone's life.

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Ruth D.

Atlanta, Georgia 30311

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello, Im Ruth! A fun fact about me is that I am a dolphin trainer! Ive been in and around water for most of my life and am excited to help swimmers develop confidence and skill in the water. I competitively swam from 4th to 12th grade, where I developed strong techniques in all four strokes, but breaststroke was my favorite. I taught swim lessons and worked as a lifeguard for multiple summers. In college, I became a SCUBA Divemaster and Rescue Diver, strengthening my ability to prioritize safety and remain calm under pressure. My experience as a mentor has helped me to shape a patient, encouraging teaching style. I love helping swimmers of all ages build confidence, strong technique, and a lifelong love for the water!

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Eunique Y.

marietta, Georgia 30067

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi everyone, my name is Eunique; it is pronounced (Unique). I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since February 2020 and am passionate about water safety and helping others build confidence in the water. I am currently pursuing a degree in pediatrics and have been a special needs mentor and swim instructor since February 2022. Whether working with children learning to swim or adults overcoming fears, I love creating positive, lasting memories and helping each person reach their goals.

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Jadyn W.

Atlanta, Georgia 30318

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi there! My name is Jadyn Ware, and Im so excited to meet you (or your little swimmer)! I have been teaching swim lessons since December 2016 and have specialized in private swim instruction since January 2020. Over the years, Ive worked with all agesfrom wiggly infants just learning to love the water to adults looking to sharpen their stroke technique or conquer their fear of swimming. My approach is high-energy, encouraging, and always fun! I believe learning to swim should be a positive and empowering experience, and I bring plenty of enthusiasm, patience, and creativity to every lesson. Outside the pool, Im a law student at the University of Georgiabut swimming has always been my favorite way to stay active and connected with others. Whether your

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Morgan C.

Atlanta, GA 30318

Sunsational Vetted Since 2019

Hi, my name is Morgan and I have been teaching swim lessons for over 4 years, ages 6 months and up. I love teaching swimming lessons because I was once a competitive swimmer from the age of 10 in two different states. I competed in state competitions and mastered multiple strokes. Once I became an adult I decided to train professionally with the YMCA as an instructor for all ages. I prefer working with younger ages because I'd like to remove the fear of water before it begins.

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Alexander C.

Marietta, Georgia 30066

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Alex Collins, and Im 22 years old. I have an extensive background in both competitive swimming and providing swim lessons for people of all ages. I am a big people person and look forward to working with you!

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Ariana R.

Kennesaw, Georgia 30152

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Ariana, and Im passionate about helping swimmers build confidence, skills, and safety in the water. With over 10 years of swim experience, including competing on swim teams and more than 8 years teaching private lessons and instructing at a swim academy, Ive worked with swimmers of all ages and abilities since January 2016. As a mom of a toddler, I understand the value of patience, encouragement, and making every lesson fun. While I am confident in teaching advanced strokes and skills, I specialize in water safety, teaching neurodivergent children, and supporting swimmers who may feel anxious or scared, ensuring each session is positive, engaging, and tailored to help everyone feel comfortable, confident, and excited about swimming!

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Ava C.

Atlanta, Georgia 30318

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, Im Ava Challenger. I have a deep love for water, and I hope to teach new swimmers to love it as much as I do! I swam on a club team for one year, then I was a competitive springboard diver for four years and swam on the side. I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2023 to all levels from ages 4 to 16. My biggest strength is my patience. Bodies of water can be intimidating! But I make sure to work at a pace that the student is comfortable with while also continuing to make forward progress. I cant wait to help your child love the water!

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We have answers. How do you support students with special needs?

We make scheduling easy. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend lessons are avaialble 6AM-8PM to fit your family’s lifestyle. You choose the days, times and number of lessons per week that works for you. Because all lessons are private, scheduling is completely flexible and can be adjusted for vacations or weather. In Austell, our instructors teach year-round, so you can start lessons whenever you’re ready.

Private adaptive swim lessons help swimmers develop confidence, motor skills, sensory balance, and water safety awareness—skills that extend beyond the pool. For families in Austell, private lessons mean convenience, personalized attention, and the reassurance of a trusted instructor coming directly to your pool.

Absolutely. Sunsational specializes in private, at-home swim instruction, so lessons happen in a familiar and comfortable environment. Many families in Austell find that teaching in their own pool reduces sensory distractions and anxiety, helping swimmers focus and thrive. In addition, swimmers learn to safe where it matters most--their home!

Yes! Sunsational Swim School proudly provides adaptive swim lessons for children and adults with special needs throughout Atlanta. Our certified instructors are trained to work with a wide range of learners—including those with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and sensory processing differences—using patience, flexibility, and proven teaching techniques.

Each lesson is customized to the swimmer’s unique abilities, comfort level, and learning style. Instructors focus on trust and communication first, then gradually introduce floating, kicking, and breathing skills. The pace is gentle and guided entirely by the student’s comfort—creating a positive, confidence-building experience in the water.

Yes—Sunsational instructors are certified in CPR and are insured under our company liability insurance policy. Many have professional experience working with children on the spectrum or with physical or developmental disabilities and are certified in adaptive teaching techniques. Every instructor is matched carefully to your swimmer’s needs and communication preferences that you note in your registration.

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