Special Needs Swim Lessons in Montgomery County

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 Montgomery County, DC!

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 Montgomery County. 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 Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County, DC

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Montgomery County. 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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Kiley T.

Rockville, Maryland 20850

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Chelsea H.

Chelsea H.

Rockville, Maryland 20852

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Emanuel H.

Emanuel H.

North Potomac, Maryland 20878

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Benjamin W.

Benjamin W.

Bethesda, Maryland 20817

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Maura D.

Maura D.

Montgomery Village, Maryland 20886

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Elijah F.

Elijah F.

Silver Spring, Maryland 20906

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Lisa M.

Lisa M.

Silver Spring, MA 20902

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Zayna C.

Zayna C.

Silver Spring, Maryland 20910

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Daniel K.

Daniel K.

Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Gabriel L.

Gabriel L.

Washington, District of Columbia 20015

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Isabella P.

Isabella P.

Washington, District of Columbia 20015

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Theodore M.

Theodore M.

Darnestown, Maryland 20874

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 Montgomery County

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

Rockville, Maryland 20850

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Kiley! Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2020 and truly enjoy helping kids feel safe, confident, and excited in the water. My teaching style focuses on encouragement, creativity, and fun, making each lesson both enjoyable and effective. I love seeing swimmers grow at their own pace while discovering how rewarding swimming can be. I look forward to meeting your family and being part of your swimmers journey!

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Chelsea H.

Rockville, Maryland 20852

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, I'm Chelsea, an experienced competitive swimmer and swim instructor for students of all abilities since February 2016. I have a lifelong passion for swimming and believe in sharing the skills required to safely engage with the pool. While many skills are safety-oriented, safety is extremely important and is best taught by making it fun while still taking it seriously. Children learn to safely face the water with courage if the water isn't scary. This is ultimately much safer and inspires a lasting love of swimming. I take a personalized approach to all different learners, varying my personal progression and consistently hitting key swim milestones, which makes me a great teacher for any learner.

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Benjamin W.

Bethesda, Maryland 20817

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, I am Ben Waterman! I am a rising junior at UMD. I have been swimming competitively since I was 8, and I love sharing my skills with others through swim lessons. I have been teaching lessons since June 2020, and I have coached a competitive swim team since June 2021. I have experience working with kids with special needs. I am happy to work with your family to design a unique and effective swim instruction plan!

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Emanuel H.

North Potomac, Maryland 20878

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Im a passionate swim instructor with experience teaching students from 8 months to 70+ years old. Ive worked with beginners, advanced swimmers, and individuals overcoming a fear of water. My approach focuses on building comfort, confidence, and safety first, then developing strong technique and skills. I love meeting each student where they are and helping them grow at their own pace. Ive also worked with individuals with special needs and always aim to create a positive, patient, and enjoyable learning environment. Whether youre just starting out or looking to improve your form, Im here to help you feel confident in the water since January 2021.

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Miles H.

Bethesda, Maryland 20815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi there! Im Miles, and Im thrilled to be your swim coach! Ive spent the last 16 years in the water. Right now, Im a college swimmer at Carnegie Mellon University, and in my most recent season, I competed in the 1650-yard freestyle finals at the NCAA Championships. I have been coaching since March 2018, doing everything from helping brand-new swimmers find their confidence to guiding experienced swimmers in their technique. Ive taught individual lessons to all ages and skill levels, and in the past, I coached a 150-member swim team. What I love about coaching is seeing my swimmers improve. Im here to cheer them on, challenge them, and make sure they have a great time getting better!

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Maura D.

Montgomery Village, Maryland 20886

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! I have been a swim instructor since February 2015 and swam competitively since I was 5. I love working with kids and adults, welcoming new swimmers to the water and helping those already familiar grow their skills even more! I love teaching with a positive attitude and enthusiasm to bring any swimmer out of their shell.

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Maya S.

Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Maya! I am 23 years old, and I was a competitive swimmer year-round from ages 8 to 18. I can swim all four strokes technically. In addition, I have been teaching both group lessons and private lessons since February 2020. I have taught children ages 2 to 12 years old how to swim. I have been lifeguard/CPR certified since I was 15 years old. I would be honored to teach your children how to swim!

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Elijah F.

Silver Spring, Maryland 20906

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Elijah Faunteroy (Eli for short). I have over 10 years of coaching experience since January 2015, working with all ages! I am comfortable with all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, but all I ask is that we make this time fun and safe! I look forward to swimming with you!

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Lisa M.

Silver Spring, MA 20902

Sunsational Vetted Since 2018

I have had water in my life since I was 3 years old. I have 3 sons who learned to swim as they learned to walk! I also have over 6 years of experience with Special Needs students, including revamping of an "Adaptive Swim Class". I co-authored a prenatal swim class with a Certified Doula that included In-Studio and Aquatics Class exercises, as well as lecture components. I have been teaching YMCA group swim classes for children and adults, starting with infants at 5 months old.

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Zayna C.

Silver Spring, Maryland 20910

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Zayna Clarke. Im 21 years old, and Im going into my senior year of college. I have been swimming all my life, and Im very comfortable in the water. I have been a swim instructor since February 2024, and I love teaching kids. I'm very confident in the water, and no matter what level swimmer you have, I will make sure they are safe and learn to love the water. I also have training with infants and children on the autism spectrum.

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Hoang-Van C.

Silver Spring, Maryland 20904

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Van. I am 19 years old, and I have been conducting swim lessons since December 2019! I have been swimming competitively since I was 6! I love working with kids, and teaching them how to swim is a passion of mine.

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Daniel K.

Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Danny, and I have been a swim instructor and lifeguard since March 2020. I am a rising junior in college studying Finance. I really enjoy being in the pool and have worked with a variety of age groups from 3 to 14 years old. I also have experience working with children with disabilities. Ive always enjoyed swimming and am excited to help teach kids to swim.

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Dominick S.

Washington, District of Columbia 20016

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Id be in the pool all the time if I could and felt that way since I was 5. The love of water turned to speed and afforded the ability to train with olympians and world record holders, earning myself a place alongside those exceptional athletes in the finals of the 2004 Olympic trials. Since then I appreciated the opportunity to develop swim lesson programs for an early childhood center/community center, but I feel a greater sense of accomplishment when I teach, having taught ages 3 to 72 and assistant coached a team of 250+ swimmers in middle and high school. I feel lessons are most effective when we can create a comfortable environment to encourage openness to learning, and use my experience to tailor lessons to each individual.

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Gabriel L.

Washington, District of Columbia 20015

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello! My name is Coach Gabriel, and I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2021 over several different jobs! Im excited to get a chance to continue to teach personalized swim lessons for your children!

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Isabella P.

Washington, District of Columbia 20015

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Isabella. I am very passionate about swimming as I have been swimming for swim teams since May 2005. I am very familiar with all the strokes and can teach all. I am also a big advocate of water safety as I was a lifeguard and EMT for three years. I have much experience with all ages, especially children. I currently volunteer with children with disabilities, coaching them through physical exercise. I am patient and encourage each swimmer through their journey!

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Theodore M.

Darnestown, Maryland 20874

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Teddy! I have been a lifeguard, swim, and water safety instructor since February 2013! I have worked with children and adults of all ages and swimming abilities. I am also a physical and health education teacher for special needs students!

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Genevieve B.

Great Falls, Virginia 22066

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Genevieve, and I am currently a student at the University of Colorado Boulder, studying Ecology/Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies. I have been teaching children ages 6 months to 12 years since February 2023 at a local franchise swim school, where my instruction focused on water safety and swimming skills ranging from basic treading to advanced strokes. I also hold CPR, First Aid, AED, and Shallow Water Lifeguarding certifications. I am passionate about building confidence in the water and creating a safe, fun environment for every swimmer!

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Clark W.

Washington, District of Columbia 20016

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi there! My name is Clark, and Ive worked as a swim teacher since March 2016. I love any chance I get to help new students learn how to swim or to become stronger swimmers. Ive worked with students aged 18 months to 18 years old and have taught one-on-one as well as small and large group lessons. Ive had the chance to work with students with a wide range of differing abilities and skill sets, as well as physical or neurological differences, and I always work to tailor lessons so that they can get the best possible swimming experience. Ive worked as a lifeguard, water safety instructor, and swim coach over the past decade, and I have also worked with kids outside of the pool as a math and social studies tutor during high school and college.

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Kaitlin L.

Germantown, Maryland 20874

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! My name is Kaitlin, and I am a rising senior at the University of Delaware. I am from Germantown, Maryland, and I am home for the summer. I have been swimming since I was 4 years old and swam and dove for Northwest High School for four years. I have been a lifeguard since August 2019, and since May 2022, I have taught private swim lessons at the University of Delaware. I am super excited to be a Sunsational swim instructor and look forward to meeting you!

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Drin L.

McLean, Virginia 22102

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

I am an experienced swim instructor and coach with over a decade of dedication to aquatics. I have worked with organizations such as the YMCA and Life Time Fitness, where I developed and led swim programs for individuals of all ages and skill levelsfrom beginners to competitive swimmers. As a former competitive swimmer, I trained with the goal of representing Kosovo in the Olympics, which later inspired me to transition into coaching. I have also served as a masters swim coach, focusing on technique, endurance, and overall performance. My coaching philosophy emphasizes proper technique, water safety, discipline, and building confidence in every swimmer I work with. I am passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential since February 2015.

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Erin D.

Washington, District of Columbia 20008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Erin! I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2017 and love helping swimmers of all ages feel safe, confident, and excited in the water. As a former Division I swimmer who started competitive swimming at age 4, I have experience teaching all skill levelswhether its working through a fear of the pool or hoping to improve strokes at an elite level. My goal is to create a positive, encouraging space so you can enjoy swimming while building skills that last a lifetime! :)

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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 Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County 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 Washington DC. 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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