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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Port St. Lucie

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 Port St. Lucie, FL!

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 Port St. Lucie. 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.

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 Port St. Lucie 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:

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 Port St. Lucie, FL

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Port St. Lucie. 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!

Ana J.

Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986

Vicki W.

Jensen Beach, Florida 34957

Marissa S.

Palm City, Florida 34990

Rebecca T.

Stuart, Florida 34997

Klara S.

Vero Beach, Florida 32960

Nicholas K.

Tequesta, Florida 33469

Katie M.

Jupiter, Florida 33478

Ian R.

Jupiter, Florida 33477

Taylor R.

The Acreage, Florida 33470

Avery S.

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

Avery has been a great instructor for our 1 years old. She was so patient during the early lessons when my daughter was not happy about swim lessons. We have seen great progress since those early lessons and can’t wait to see how far our daughter progresses with the rest of her lessons. -Heather C.

Carla L.

West Palm Beach, FL 33412

We had Carla Leitao, who was just amazing!! From the moment we met she was able to create a comfort label for the kids in the pool. And even though I wish we would had more lessons my kids are more comfortable in the water and can swim short distances in the water. She was able to relate to the 3 of them their level despite of the gap in ages they all advanced tremendously.

Alexis F.

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410

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Start swimming faster with personalized special needs swim lessons in Port St. Lucie

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

/ 30 minutes

-13%

/ HOUR

-12%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

/ 30 minutes

-7%

/ HOUR

-7%

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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

Private Swim Lessons

Group Swim Lessons

Quick Results with 30+ minutes of individualised instruction

Slow Progress with limited 1-on-1 attention

Flexible scheduling, book multiple kids back-to-back

Flexible scheduling, may vary for each child

Save time lessons at your home or community pool

Time-Consuming - travel required to and from lessons

Faster Progression saves money in the long run

More Sessions Needed 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!

Krista F.

Port St Lucie, Florida 34983

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hello! My name is Krista! My swimming background goes from backyard pools growing up in south Florida, to being a freediver and part-time professional mermaid. I have been teaching swim lessons since 2016. Swimming confidently is for anyone of any age and I have worked with children as young as 3 years old all the way up to adult lessons. In addition to regular swim lessons, I also teach mermaid swim lessons. Swim Safety is my jam and I am happy to do pool safety talks!

Natasha D.

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

Sunsational Certified Since 2015

Natasha's passion for developing confident swimmers with excellent water safety skills has been crafted by her love of water and child development. WSI , Red Cross Lifeguard certified, along with CPR and first aid, Natasha has been teaching swim lessons for more than six years. Balancing encouragement and advancement by providing a fun and supportive learning environment, Natasha can't wait to swim with you! Thank you.

Erika G.

Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986

Certification N/A

Hey there! Im Erika, Im a foreign Physical Therapist, Pilates Instructor, and I have been a swimmer for over 20 years. I swam competitively for 9 years and have helped young swimmers improve their swimming skills since September 2022, and I also speak Portuguese. With my experience, I will help you feel safe and confident in the water. Lets work together to achieve your swimming goals and have fun!

Julia J.

Port Saint Lucie, FL 34592

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi! My name is Julia and I`ve been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with ages 3 to 11. I also worked as a lifeguard for 3 years. I will be attending IRSC, studying finance and foreign language. I choose to teach swim lessons because I love the confidence children gain in the water. I also believe swimming safety/skills are vital in a child`s development and can ease some concern, knowing your child is equipped with the proper knowledge in and around the water.

Savannah R.

Port St. Lucie, Florida 34984

Certification N/A

Hi! Im Savannah, and Ive been teaching swim lessons to all age groups since February 2021. Whether its your childs first lesson or theyre ready to refine their swim strokes, Im excited to help them learn. Im WSI certified and also have a background in lifeguarding, so I make sure to teach water safety skills in addition to just learning how to swim. Ive been swimming competitively for 13 years, and I am currently a member of my universitys competitive swim team.

Ana J.

Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34986

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello! I'm a Florida native and a certified swim instructor for ages 6 months to 10 years old. I have a background in emergency services, and a BS and Concentration in Emergency Management and Crisis Mitigation. And I'm also a teacher in St Lucie County Public School system! I'm a sun-loving, water baby, having grown up on beaches here in South Florida, and want to share these wonderful life-saving skills with you all!

Vicki W.

Jensen Beach, Florida 34957

Certification N/A

Hi! I am Vicki, and I have taught swimming since November 1994! I love helping children and adults become more comfortable in and around the water. I have experience teaching ages 6 months and up and look forward to starting our swim journey!

Marissa S.

Palm City, Florida 34990

Certification N/A

Hi!! Im Marissa, a dedicated educator with over 13 years of experience in teaching and coaching. I currently teach high school physical education, personal fitness, and healthsubjects Im deeply passionate about. I love helping students develop the skills they need to lead healthy, active lives. My journey in this field started when I worked at my town pool as a teenager. I enjoyed it so much that I earned my lifeguard certifications the following year and spent several summers working as a lifeguard and swim instructor. That early experience sparked my love for teaching and working with young people, and it continues to inspire my work today. I have also worked with students who have special needs.

Rebecca T.

Stuart, Florida 34997

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

I am an experienced swim instructor with 10 years of experience teaching swimmers of all ages and abilities. I began my career in the United Kingdom before moving to America in April 2023. I am passionate about teaching and inspiring others to achieve their swimming goals through effective instruction and motivation.

Isabelle B.

Hobe Sound, Florida 33455

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Isabelle Burroughs! I have a lifelong love for the water and working with children. I have a background in competitive swimming, surf experience, and experience teaching swimming to swimmers ages 10 months-13, and am comfortable with other age groups as well. With over five years of professional nannying, I bring patience, safety, and fun to every lesson while helping swimmers build confidence and comfort in the water.

Melinda T.

Vero Beach, FL 32962

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

I love the water and I love teaching. Currently, I am a substitute teacher. Most of my educational assignments are with children who have special needs. I find that teaching requires gaining my students trust, listening and having a little fun along the way. With regards to the water, I have worked with adults to overcome their fears of being in the water and children with hearing impairments, autism or Down`s syndrome. I also work with infants and toddlers.

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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 Port St. Lucie, 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 Port St. Lucie, 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 Port St. Lucie 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 Miami. 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.

Special Needs Swim Lessons in Port St. Lucie

Private special needs swim lessons in Port St. Lucie, FL!

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 Port St. Lucie SNAP swim lessons so important?

Featured kids swim instructors in Port St. Lucie, FL

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Start swimming faster with personalized special needs swim lessons in Port St. Lucie

Benefits of swimming lessons for special needs students

It could save their lives

Help boost confidence & self-esteem

It improves their fitness & strength

Improve coordination & range of motion

Swim Lessons With Local Swim Instructors You Can Trust

Private swim lessons vs. Group swim lessons

Private Swim Lessons

Group Swim Lessons

Search Nearby Instructors

Krista F.

Natasha D.

Erika G.

Julia J.

Savannah R.

Ana J.

Vicki W.

Marissa S.

Rebecca T.

Isabelle B.

Melinda T.

Are You A Swim Instructor?

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