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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Hermosa Beach

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 Hermosa Beach. 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 Hermosa Beach 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 Hermosa Beach, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Hermosa Beach. 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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Emily F.

Redondo Beach, California 90277

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Victoria C.

Redondo Beach, California 90277

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Uyen N.

Manhattan Beach, California 90266

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Adrien H.

El Segundo, MD 90245

Adrien has been working with my son for the past few weeks. He’s patient and in just a few lessons my son’s swimming skills have really improved. - Patricia G.

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Noelani E.

El Segundo, California 90245

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Michelle K.

Torrance, California 90505

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Abdellatif Z.

Abdellatif Z.

Hawthorne, California 90250

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Sara R.

Sara R.

Torrance, California 90505-6403

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Christy P.

Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Deshawn R.

Deshawn R.

Gardena, California 90249

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Maleah H.

Maleah H.

Gardena, CA 90248

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Grace K.

Los Angeles, California 90045

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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 Hermosa Beach

At Sunsational Swim School, we believe special needs swim lessons are essential, and we make them convenient for families in Hermosa Beach. 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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Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

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Flexible scheduling, may vary for each child

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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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Joshua S.

Redondo Beach, California 90277

Certification N/A

Hello! I am Josh Schwartz. I began my swimming journey in junior guards at nine years old. Eventually, this led to 3 years as an Ocean Lifeguard in Huntington Beach! I also did ocean swim and surf lessons with kids for a few years. I am passionate about swimming and water safety, and I am excited to teach this skill set at Sunsational since February 2022!

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Emily F.

Redondo Beach, California 90277

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Emily Fink, and I have been teaching swim lessons since January 2010! Growing up next to the beach, swimming was a huge part of my life. I swam and played water polo competitively for 11 years. I specialize in teaching adaptive swim lessons for students with special needs, but I am comfortable with all ages and abilities. I am a special education teacher, so during the summer, I am free to teach lessons any day and time!

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Uyen N.

Manhattan Beach, California 90266

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

I've always felt a strong connection to the water. With my extensive background in surfing, prone paddling, triathlon, and water polo, I've had the pleasure of sharing my skill set over four years of work as a swim instructor for ages 1-adults. Beyond the water, I graduated in neuroscience, and take pride in my empathetic outlook and passion for fostering human connections. I'm eagerly looking forward to bringing my enthusiastic energy to help your swimmer achieve their goals!

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Victoria C.

Redondo Beach, California 90277

Certification N/A

Hi! Im Victoria, and Im so excited to be your swim instructor! Over the years, Ive developed a deep respect for both the sport and the life skill that swimming is. Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2023, and I love helping swimmers of all ages build their confidence, improve their technique, and strengthen water safety. I constantly promote patience and encouragement in order to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. I adapt each lesson to tailor each swimmers unique learning style, and I believe learning to swim should be fun, supportive, and overall rewarding. Im dedicated to making that happen, and I cant wait to help you reach your swim goals!

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James A.

Torrance, California 90503

Certification N/A

With over 6 years of experience as a certified lifeguard and swim instructor, I specialize in teaching competitive stroke techniques to preteens and adapting aquatic workouts for individuals with physical limitations, including military service members recovering from knee and shoulder injuries. My background includes 3 years as a competitive high school swimmer, providing a strong foundation in advanced swim mechanics and training strategies. I am also experienced in working with children as young as 5 years old, creating engaging, safe, and developmentally appropriate swim lessons for young beginners. My approach emphasizes safety, confidence-building, and skill progression in the water for all ages and ability levels.

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AnnJeannette R.

Torrance, CA 90503

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is AJ and I've been swimming and teaching all my life. I was raised in the water, swimming competitively for 13 years and also being an active junior lifeguard. I love teaching water safety and stamina to young children and especially adults. It gives me great pleasure to see people learn to love the water. I am most comfortable with ages 3 and up.

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Adrien H.

El Segundo, MD 90245

Sunsational Certified Since 2020

Hi! My name is Adrien and I have been teaching students to swim for 6 years. I attended Florida Tech where a earned a B.S. and M.S. with a thesis in chemical engineering and competed all four seasons on their NCAA DII swim team. My connection with the water drives me to help others experience the joy of swimming. Years of experience and an ongoing passion have brought me here to help you or your child develop into an excellent swimmer.

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Noelani E.

El Segundo, California 90245

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Noelani and I've been teaching swim for 11 years with ages 3-15. I have also worked at Rolling Hills Country Day School as a playground supervisor, lifeguard, swim intsructor and Aquatics Director. I was also the Director of Student Activities at Mary Star of the Sea High School for 2 years. I attended Loyola Marymount University and studied Health and Human Science. I love the water and I believe that everyone should know how to swim and I love being able to help people do that.

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Michelle K.

Torrance, California 90505

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Michelle! I started teaching swim lessons since February 2004. Ive taught in open water as well as pools with ages 6 months to adulthood. For my professional career, I work as an occupational therapist. But helping people obtain aquatic skills and safety will always be a passion of mine. Looking forward to working with you!

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Marisa P.

Torrance, CA 90504

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is Marisa and I have about 3 years experience as a swim coach. My experience has been with teenagers on a team, but I also taught kids ages 3-7 to swim as well. The thing I love about swim lessons is seeing the confidence rise in whomever I am teaching. I love teaching kids and inspiring them, so I hope my passion for swimming inspires them as well. At the moment I am in nursing school to obtain my RN license with El Camino College and I plan to become a nurse practitioner

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Leah C.

El Segundo, CA 90245

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Leah! I have been teaching swim lessons periodically for 9 years with ages 19 mon-12 yrs. Growing up I was an All-American high school swimmer while also volunteer coaching. I received my Master's degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Pittsburgh where I taught lessons while pursuing my degrees. I love teaching swim lessons because of the "Aha!" moment when students go from fearing the water to loving it and developing the skills they need to become strong swimmers.

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Abdellatif Z.

Hawthorne, California 90250

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hello, My name is Zayad Abdellatif and Ive been teaching swim lessons for 5 years with all ages. Before that, I was a swimming coach with the military in Dubai. I graduated in Morocco, and I was born and raised there. I was representing my city in swimming competitions. My favorite strokes are Butterfly and Breaststroke! I really love teaching swimming especially to those who are scared of water. My motto is always. Don't fight against the water, and let it help you! See you all!

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Sara R.

Torrance, California 90505-6403

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name is Sara. I have been teaching students age 6 months-adults how to swim since 2021 (including some special needs experience)! I swam for four years competitively for my high school and dabbled a little bit in water polo. I look forward to teaching your child or children how to be safe in the pool and have fun!

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Drew J.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Drew! I am a firefigher in the US Air Force Reserves and active duty veteran. I'm love swimming and working with children. I enjoy teaching all ages. Swam competively with HOA as a teen. Then swam while training with pararescue to obtain a guaranteed position until a minor ACL tear. As an Air Force member, selected to train with Army search and rescue team ie Green Berets. Participated in a few triathlons. Enjoy watching non-swimmers grow into strong avid swimmers.

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myrka a.

Hawthorne, California 90250

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Myrka, and Im a swim instructor with experience teaching children between the ages of 2 and up. I worked at the YMCA, where I helped young swimmers build water confidence, learn safety skills, and have fun while growing their independence in the pool. Ive taken classes in child development and have worked with children in a variety of environments, which has helped me understand different learning styles and how to adapt to each childs needs. Through these experiences, Ive learned to be patient, creative, and flexible with my teaching methods because every child learns in their own unique way.

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Christy P.

Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! Im Christy, and Ive been working with kids since February 2000. As an Ironman athlete, avid triathlete, mom, and lover of the water, I bring both passion and experience to every lesson. Im dedicated to helping students build confidence, water safety skills, and a love for swimming in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you or your child are just starting out or ready to improve their strokes, Im here to guide them every step of the waymaking sure they feel safe, encouraged, and excited to learn. I have worked with students from infants through adults, including those with special needs. Lets make swimming a joyful and empowering experience for you or your little one!

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Deshawn R.

Gardena, California 90249

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Deshawn Roberts and I have been teaching swim lessons and water polo since February 2020, with all age ranges from infants to the elderly and also people with special needs. I also played water polo at El Camino College. I've taught all different types of classes, from those that focus on rigorously improving swimming speeds to others that focus on gaining more confidence and enjoying the water. Aquatics has always been an amazing outlet for me to enjoy myself.

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Alexa P.

Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Alexa and I have been teaching swim lessons for the last 6 years with kids ranging from 12 months to 12 years old. I went to school at the University of Arizona and received a degree in Nutritional Sciences. I love to teach swimming because competitive swimming was such a big part of my life and I want others to enjoy the pool as much as I do. I have experience working with children on the autism spectrum along with children who are very scared to get in the water.

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Autumn N.

Los Angeles, CA 90047

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi! I'm Autumn! I have a BA in Psychology from LMU and a Master's in Psych from UAL. I enjoy teaching swim since I love working with kids and the water! In jr. high, I spent summers on a local park's swim team. I have worked with kids for over 10 years. I've tutored, been a substitute teacher, worked with autistic children, and babysat. As a swim teacher, I had clients from 2 years old to adulthood. Some were scared of water and some wanted to learn advanced strokes.

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Maleah H.

Gardena, CA 90248

Sunsational Certified Since 2022

Hello! My name is Maleah and Ive been teaching swim for 3 years. I started swimming around the age of 6. In 2018, I became a certified lifeguard and started to teach lessons. Ive taught every age under the sun from 6m to 70y. Ive also taught swimming to children and adults with disabilities. I can teach at any level of swimming desired: water safety, beginner, intermediate, and advanced strokes. Aside from swim instruction, I work as a behavioral therapist for children with disabilities.

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Grace K.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! Im Grace, and I just graduated from Venice High School. This fall, Ill be attending UC Santa Barbara. Growing up in a swimming family, Ive always loved the ocean and began swimming competitively at the age of 9. I joined Junior Lifeguards in 2015 and eventually became a lifeguard with LA City last summer, where I taught multiple lessons daily and coached a synchronized swimming team. Over the past two years, Ive also provided private swim lessons to clients, working with children aged 2-17, including those with special needs. I also have a lot of experience with childcare and have been babysitting consistently for several families for 4 years. Im excited to connect with you and share my love for 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 Hermosa Beach, 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 Hermosa Beach, 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 Hermosa Beach 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 Los Angeles. 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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