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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Douglasville

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 Douglasville. 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.

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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 Douglasville 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 Douglasville, GA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Douglasville. Every Sunsational swim teacher has a minimum of 2 years teaching experience, is 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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Angela G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Maria G.

Maria G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ravieon W.

Ravieon W.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Katherine B.

Katherine B.

Powder Springs, Georgia 30127

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Erick F.

Erick F.

Dallas, Georgia 30132

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Val B.

Val B.

Dallas, Georgia 30157

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jibria H.

Jibria H.

Atlanta, GA 30331

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jimmy F.

Jimmy F.

Marietta, Georgia 30064

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Thomas M.

Thomas M.

Atlanta, Georgia 30331

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Chelsea M.

Chelsea M.

Smyrna, Georgia 30080

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ashante F.

Ashante F.

Atlanta, Georgia 30339

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Deja S.

Deja S.

East Point, Georgia 30344

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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 Douglasville

At Sunsational Swim School, we believe special needs swim lessons are essential, and we make them convenient for families in Douglasville. 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

$

70

/ 30 minutes

-13%
$

98

/ HOUR

-11%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

75

/ 30 minutes

-6%
$

104

/ HOUR

-5%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

80

/ 30 minutes

$

110

/ 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

Minimum 2 Years Experience

Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Fully Insured Through Our Company Policy

Patient, Caring and Love Teaching!

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Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Learn about why parents choose Sunsational for their Private Swimming Lessons

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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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Angela G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30134

Certification N/A

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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Maria G.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Certification N/A

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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Ravieon W.

Douglasville, Georgia 30135

Certification N/A

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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Katherine B.

Powder Springs, Georgia 30127

Certification N/A

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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Erick F.

Dallas, Georgia 30132

Certification N/A

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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Allison H.

Powder Springs, GA 30127

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi! My name is Allison Hunter and I am a sophomore at Emmanuel College, where I am majoring in Sports Management, and I am a part of the D2 nationally recognized swimming program there. I have been swimming for 12 years and love teaching swim lessons. I want my swimmers to have the love and understand of the water like I did when I was young.I am able to teach strong techniques within all strokes, independence in the water, and just an overall knowledge of swimming.

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Kamara R.

Powder Springs, Georgia 30127

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi! My name is Kamara and I've been teaching swim lessons for 7 years ranging from infants to adults. I have my certification as a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor. I also have been a part time Aquatics Director for 3 years. I've worked with children as a Elementary School Teacher, and earned a degree in Early Childhood Education at West Virginia University . I love teaching swimming because teaching children safety around the pool and swim instruction is a life long skill.

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Val B.

Dallas, Georgia 30157

Certification N/A

Hi, I'm Val! I'm a 21-year-old psychology student at Kennesaw State University with a lifelong passion for swimming. I have been teaching kids how to swim since August 2024, focusing on building their confidence, water safety, and making learning fun. When I'm not in the pool or studying, I enjoy spending time outdoors and with friends. I look forward to helping your child become a confident swimmer!

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Jibria H.

Atlanta, GA 30331

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hello, my name is Jibria and I've been in water safety awareness for over 5 years starting with mommy and me classes all the way to 1 on 1 lessons with adults and special needs children. Alumni of Savannah State University where I earned my bachelors degree in Communications. I have experience as a substitute teacher ages 3-15. I love teaching swimming lessons because I want to diminish deep water fear and increase water safety awareness.

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Hollie S.

Marietta, GA 30060

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi I have been a lifeguard for over 12 years and a swim instructor for over 10. I have taught infants, kids of all ages, adults with fear of the water and special needs individuals. I have also coached pre swim teams and recreation swim team. I was a competitive swimmer from the ages of 5-17 and a lifeguard since the age of 15. I love teaching kids and adults new skills to help them have fun and be safe in the water. I hope to help you have a fun and safe summer!

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Jibria H.

Atlanta, GA 30331

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hello, my name is Jibria and I've been in water safety awareness for over 5 years starting with mommy and me classes all the way to 1 on 1 lessons with adults and special needs children. Alumni of Savannah State University where I earned my bachelors degree in Communications. I have experience as a substitute teacher ages 3-15. I love teaching swimming lessons because I want to diminish deep water fear and increase water safety awareness.

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Eugene B.

Mableton, GA 30126

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello, my name is Gene, I've been teaching swimming as a Water Safety Instructor for over 25 years. I enjoy teaching parent and child and children and adults of all ages and needs. As a WSI I have the qualification to teach from parent and child to a level 5 swimmers. I'm an active member of the US Swim as a coach. I'm a former employee of the Park and Recreation Department of the city of Gainesville Florida, where I was the Aquatic Leader. Aquatic is my love and my love is aquatic.

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Christyanna H.

Fairburn, Georgia 30213

Certification N/A

Hello everyone, my name is Christyanna Holmes. I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2021. I love swimming and think it's an essential life skill to obtain. I have been dedicated to delivering high-quality, safety-focused instruction to swimmers of all ages and abilities. I'm certified in CPR/AED and First Aid. My love for swimming and passion for teaching others brings both expertise and a strong commitment to water safety to every lesson, as well as a very fun experience as well. Teaching kids how to

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Jimmy F.

Marietta, Georgia 30064

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Jimmy Franck. I am going to be a senior collegiate swimmer at the University of Montevallo, where I specialize in swimming sprint freestyle. I recently set 3 school records in the 200, 400, and 800 freestyle relays as well as getting a podium finish in the 50 freestyle. I am also going into my third year of being the head coach for the Echo Mills Lightning Strikes summer league team. 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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DERRICO P.

Atlanta, GA 30349

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Enthusiastic instructor and coach with 5+ years experience in education. I love to teach, coach, and instruct new swimmers in their first few years of swimming.

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James J.

Atlanta, GA 30331

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hey, I'm James! I have 10+ years of experience teaching infants, children and adults how to swim. As a former 12 year Athlete on the USA Swim Team, I've always been in or around the water. I take pride in helping my students learn and grow in the water. To say the least, I believe this is by far the best opportunity available for you and your family to learn how to swim in the shortest amount of time (12 to 18 lessons). I look forward to working with you!

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Johanna S.

Marietta, Georgia 30008

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hello! I'm Johanna and I've been teaching swim lessons to kids from ages 1 to 12 for the past three years. I also have infant experience. I have also been a lifeguard at community pools and summer camps. Working with kids is my passion, and I have gained experience in this area while tutoring and babysitting. I love teaching swim lessons because I get to watch kids grow and improve while having fun with them in the water. Come be a sunsational swimmer with us!

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Thomas M.

Atlanta, Georgia 30331

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Mr. TJ, and Im based in Atlanta, GA. Im an actor with a passion for teaching and inspiring youth. My goal is to equip young adolescents with essential swimming skillsnot only to keep them safe in the water, but also to introduce cool techniques they can carry with them as they grow. I believe longevity is the key to success. See you in the water!

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Dan S.

Marietta, GA 30064

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello! My name is Coach Dan, and I`ve been teaching swim lessons since 2014. I also swam competitively for Stingrays, and know all competitive strokes! I`ve worked with all ages above three, and focus my lessons on making sure my students are having fun, swimming well, and super safe! I love the ÔÇ£lightbulbÔÇØ moments when teaching, and watching swimmers conquer fears for the first time!

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Akintunde K.

Smryna, GA 30082

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi my name is Akin and I've been teaching swim lessons 4 years from ages 4-30 years old. I've also worked with children for 8 years as a lifeguard, camp counselor and swim instructor. I'm currently attending Chattahoochee Tech as a Radiology major. I love teaching swim lessons because swimming is such a fundamental skill to have and once you how to swim you can give back the lessons you were taught to someone else.

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Claudine D.

Smyrna, GA 30080

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

I have been fortunate enough to be an educator for over 12 years. I started swim lessons when I was 5 years old and continued lessons all throughout my childhood and teen years. I was Certified in Senior Life Saving and Rescue at 18 and a Certified Swim Instructor at 19. I love the water, I love teaching and I have found true enjoyment as a Sunsational Swim Instructor. Swim class should be fun and an activity that we look forward to, as I look forward to working with all of you!

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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 Douglasville, 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 Douglasville, 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 Douglasville 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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