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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Lake Elsinore

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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Private special needs swim lessons in Lake Elsinore, CA!

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 Lake Elsinore. 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 Lake Elsinore 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 Lake Elsinore, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Lake Elsinore. 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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Quan L.

Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

"I loved my experience with Sunsational swim school. My son who is 2 has come so far in just a short amount of time. I will say Quan our instructor is amazing. Has been so patient yet firm in teaching my son, I am so thankful we were matched with him." - Ashley M.

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Paulina C.

Perris, California 92570

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Eleanor V.

Wildomar, California 92595-9411

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Zachary U.

Murrieta, California 92563

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Alyssa B.

Menifee, California 92584

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Jacqueline T.

Menifee, California 92584

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Julie L.

Menifee, California 92584

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Yvonne P.

Menifee, California 92585

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Marjorie A.

Murrieta, California 92563

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Lynnea E.

Winchester, California 92596

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Chelsey S.

Temecula, California 92591

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Angelica b.

Riverside, California 92508

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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 Lake Elsinore

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

$

66

/ 30 minutes

-13%
$

92

/ HOUR

-12%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

71

/ 30 minutes

-7%
$

98

/ HOUR

-7%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

76

/ 30 minutes

$

105

/ 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!

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

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

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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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Quan L.

Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

Sunsational Certified Since 2021

Hello from your friendly neighborhood swim instructor Quan. I am a career swim instructor with over a decade of teaching infants to seniors. Teaching is my PASSION. I approach all lessons with a critical mindset. I target the needs of my students and do what it takes to achieve our goals. I am a fun but firm teacher that has the experience to motivate my students to perform at their best. I would love to be able to share the gift of swimming with you and your family.

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Ceaser M.

Wildomar, CA 92595

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello, I am Ceaser Martinez and I have had experience swimming and teaching swim lessons for more than four years in both recreational and competitive environments. I have worked with children from ages ranging from four years old to 18 years old. I love to teach swim as it was my sport of choice. I have experience swimming competitively for eight years in swim clubs and in high school. I am currently a college student at Cal State San Marcos University working towards a bachelors in Biology.

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Joshua S.

Lake Elsinore, CA 92532

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi, my name is Joshua Silva and I've been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with children aged 3 to 13. I have also worked with children at the Boys and Girls Club and in elementary and middle school classrooms. I currently attend the University of California Irvine and am pursuing a degree in education based mathematics to become a teacher. I love teaching in general and have been involved in aquatics program for the past 6 years. I look forward to working with you.

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Paulina C.

Perris, California 92570

Certification N/A

Hello, future Olympians of the world! As someone who joined a competitive aquatic sport, water polo, with absolutely no experience in swimming, I can honestly say anyone is capable of learning to swim. I offer fun, safe, and enjoyable lessons that will equip your little swimmers with the skills they need to not only have fun in the water but excel. I swam competitively for four years in high school and continue to offer my skills to current water polo and swim students at Perris High. I look forward to making connections and offering support to all children.

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Mikinna L.

Wildomar, CA 92595

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hello, my name is Mikinna. I have been teaching swim for 2 years and I absolutely love it! I have many years of experience swimming and being in the water and I love passing my expertise down to the kids to help them learn and perfect their swim strokes. I have experience teaching babies from 6 months all the way up to adults of 40+ years. I can't wait to teach your child how to swim!

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Eleanor V.

Wildomar, California 92595-9411

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi everyone! My name is Ellie. I have been teaching swimming since August 2021 and have loved every lesson! Im passionate about the idea that everyone should get the chance to love the water. While swimming isnt necessarily for everyone, water safety is. I have worked with all ages, from very young babies to elderly adults, as well as special needs students of all ages.

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Heidi L.

Murrieta, CA 92562

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Heidi and I've been teaching swim lessons on and off for more than 20 years with ages 5 years old to 70 years young. I played water polo and competitively swam throughout high school and in college. I've worked with children as a babysitter and as a mother for more than 11 years. I went to school at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) and earned a degree in Kinesiology in 2019. I love teaching swimming because swimming is my passion.

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Marko O.

Murrieta, California 92562

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Marko Ortiz! I have been an experienced swim instructor since February 2020, with a military background in water survival, competitive swimming, training, and assisting in water physical therapy. I've taught children, adults, and individuals, always tailoring lessons to each swimmer's needs, from basic swim skills to advanced survival techniques. Im proud to have a 100% success rate every student I've worked with has learned how to swim with confidence and safety.

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Zachary U.

Murrieta, California 92563

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello, ever since I was young I have always loved swimming. It wasnt until high school that I got to play water polo and swim competitively. Since then I have retained my love for the water and have discovered I have a knack for teaching swim techniques. Im really excited whenever I get the opportunity to see my student improve.

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Alyssa B.

Menifee, California 92584

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Alyssa, and Im passionate about helping others feel confident and safe in the water. I was a competitive swimmer and water polo player for four years, which gave me a strong foundation in technique, endurance, and teamwork. Since February 2023, I have been teaching swim lessons to kids and adults of all skill levels, and I love seeing my students progress and build their confidence. Whether youre just getting started or looking to refine your strokes, Im here to help make swimming fun, safe, and rewarding!

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Jacqueline T.

Menifee, California 92584

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Jacqueline. I love swimming and want others to enjoy being in the water and feeling comfortable around a pool! I started teaching swimming lessons in January 2005, from toddlers to adults. The best feeling is seeing a student succeed and feel proud of their progress.

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Julie L.

Menifee, California 92584

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! Im Julie. I was a competitive swimmer for 8 years and have been teaching since October 2018. Ive spent several years coaching and instructing swimmers of all ages and learning levels. I have experience teaching one-on-one lessons, group lessons, and supporting children with special needs in the pool. My goal is to create a fun, safe, supportive, and pressure-free environment where every child can build trust, gain confidence, develop strong swim skills, and learn to love the water. I work hard to encourage my students to push past their own boundaries and fears so that they can grow in their skills and progress rapidly. I look forward to helping your children learn to love swimming!

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Leana H.

Perris, CA 92570

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi, my name is Leana and I have loved the water since I was an infant. I swam and assisted with swim lessons at RCC for 3 years before joining a city swim team. I also swam for my high school and college, assistant coaching with those teams for 6 years and I have been a certified lifeguard for the past 5 years. I have tutored and worked with students ages 4 to 22 both in the classroom and in the water. I went to the Claremont Colleges and earned my degree in International Studies in 2016.

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Yvonne P.

Menifee, California 92585

Certification N/A

I have been working with kids for a many many years and started teaching swim lessons when I was 17. I have taught all ages from 6 months to adults. I would love to teach your loved ones how to swim!

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Darian G.

Perris, CA 92570

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi! My name is Darian! I've been teaching swim lessons and lifeguarding for the past two summers, with classes ranging from mommy and me all the way to adults! I was previously a 12 and under water polo coach. I swam competitively for 4 years and I am entering my 5th year of water polo. I am currently attending a community college to become an elementary school teacher. I love being a swim instructor because I love children and helping them learn how to have fun and be safe in the water!

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Felicity C.

Corona, CA 92883

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, I`m Felicity. I`ve been teaching swim lessons for 7 years now. I have taught all ages from 10 months to 14 years old. I have been working with children for 7 years as well through swimming, water polo and life guarding. I am a swim and water polo instructor/coach, a water polo referee and a life guard. I went to El Toro high school. I love teaching swim lessons because it was such a big part of my life growing up and I love being able to have a job that includes having fun

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Amber Z.

Murrieta, CA 92563

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello! My name is Miss Amber I have been teaching lessons for 10 yrs from ages to 3 months to 85 yrs old. I have received an AA in Health Info. Tech. & Merch. Management. Helping families become knowledgeable of water safety. I have a unique teaching technique that speeds up the body's learning process w/ correct body positioning.My experiences are Competitive swim team, all types of swim team coaching, Lifeguarding, WSI, Water-polo, Varsity Swim, & Aquatic Director.

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Marjorie A.

Murrieta, California 92563

Certification N/A

Hello there! My name is Marje. I grew up as a competitive swimmer. I have been teaching swim lessons since February 1995 as well as being a recreational swim coach. I have years of experience with autistic, ADHD, Down syndrome, and varying other special needs clients. If you or your child are beginners or want to hone your skills for a competition, Im your gal!

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Patricia B.

Murrieta, CA 92563

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hello, my name is Tricia. I am a lifelong swimmer that has 7 years of competitive swim experience, 4 years of lifeguarding and 2 years of teaching swim lessons. My students were from the age 3 years to 13 years. I am a patient person that understands the hesitation a young child can have being in the water and have helped many children get over that hurdle. Watching a child gain their confidence in the water is the best feeling. I look forward to meeting your child!

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Lynnea E.

Winchester, California 92596

Certification N/A

Hello! Im Lynnea, a swim instructor who absolutely loves the waterand loves teaching kids even more! I have 3 kiddos aging from 1 to 11 years and have taught 2 of them (so far) to be water safe! I also have experience with special needs students and have worked with students ages 8 months - 12 years of age. Whether your little one is just starting out or ready to learn new strokes, Im here to make swimming exciting, confidence-boosting, and full of fun. I bring lots of energy, a big smile, and a patient, playful vibe to every lesson. Well practice safety, learn at our own pace, and celebrate every splash and step forward. Every day is progress! Safety always comes firstbut well have plenty of laughs along the way! Cant wait to meet you!

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Rachel C.

Temecula, CA 92591

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi my name is Rachel I have been teaching swimming for over 13 years to all swimmers from infants to adults. I have worked with many students from all abilities. I am currently in school for my masters in special education and enjoy working with children with special needs as well.

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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 Lake Elsinore, 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 Lake Elsinore, 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 Lake Elsinore 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 Inland Empire. 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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