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Special Needs Swim Lessons in San Marcos

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 San Marcos. 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 San Marcos 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 San Marcos, TX

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in San Marcos. 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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Kailey T.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Lauren D.

Lauren D.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Madison P.

Madison P.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Tyler E.

Tyler E.

Kyle, Texas 78640

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ella H.

Ella H.

Kyle, Texas 78640

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Cristina M.

Cristina M.

Kyle, Texas 78640

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ashli S.

Ashli S.

New Braunfels, Texas 78130-4071

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Dylan D.

Dylan D.

Austin, Texas 78748

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Caroline J.

Caroline J.

Seguin, Texas 78155

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Gavin P.

Gavin P.

Canyon Lake, Texas 78133

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Antonio L.

Antonio L.

Austin, Texas 78748

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jim D.

Jim D.

Austin, Texas 78737

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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 San Marcos

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

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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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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Garrison N.

San Marcos, TX 78666

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name is Garrison and I've been a swim coach for the last 4 years and competitive swimmer for the last 14. This is my first summer not coaching but I still want to teach swim! I've mainly worked with kids ages 4+ but I'm open to any kids. I'm currently attending Texas State University and working on a Geography degree with a focus in resource and environmental studies.

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Emily S.

San Marcos, TX 78666

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi! My name is Emily Sledge and I've been teaching swimming lessons for a year helping children ages 3 to adults become comfortable with the water and swim independently. I've loved working with children for the past 5 years as a babysitter and nanny to many different families. I go to Texas State University and will be a junior in the fall, majoring in Family and Child Development. I adore teaching children to swim because it will potentially save their life one day and is extremely fun.

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Rowdy B.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Certification N/A

My dad made it a point to make sure I could swim, and from a young age, got me comfortable in the Fro River close by in the TX Hill Country. At the age of 5, I joined my neighborhood swim team in San Antonio, officially beginning my competitive swimming career since July 2011. From ages 14 to 18, I swam high school practices in the morning and club practices in the evening. In the last few years on my summer league team, I was tasked with helping the young ones get comfortable in the water and learn how to swim. I look forward to sharing my love for the water and passing on this vital skill to the next generation of swimmers.

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Caitlin C.

San Marcos, TX 78666

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Caitlin and I've been teaching swim lessons for 5 years with ages 6 months to 54 years. I swam competitively for 10 years, and coached a swim team for a bit. I am currently a student at Texas State University majoring in Recreation Administration. I love teaching swim lessons because aquatics has had such a positive impact on my life I love to give that gift to others.

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Peyton C.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Certification N/A

Hey future swimmers! Im Peyton Cantrell, a junior at Texas State University, where Im studying psychology. Ive been swimming my whole life and have been coaching the Bellaire Barracudas since February 2022. I also taught swim lessons last summer and loved watching the kids grow their skills in the water. When Im not coaching, I play lacrosse here at Texas State. Im really excited to keep teaching and help you all improve in your swim journey!

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Kailey T.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Kailey, and Ive been teaching swim lessons since February 2019. For the past 3 years, Ive specialized in working with infants and toddlers, helping them build water comfort and safety from the very beginning. I love creating a fun, positive environment where kids feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Im comfortable teaching all levelsfrom babies just getting started to competitive swimmers looking to refine their technique. Whether your child needs help mastering the basics or wants to improve their strokes for the swim team, Id love the chance to work with your family!

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Madison P.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Certification N/A

Hi! I am a current student at Texas State; my major is Computer Information Systems. I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since February 2022 and have loved every year. I have experience with special needs children, including teaching children with special needs to swim. I hope to teach children to love the water as much as I do!

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Lauren D.

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Lauren! Ive been teaching water safety to children of all ages since February 2022. I aim to spread the importance of water safety while having fun at the same time! I make lesson plans unique to each student and full of encouragement so every splash feels like a win!

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Hector S.

San Marcos, TX 78666

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Hector Sanchez and I've been a swim instructor for 3 years. I have worked with kids starting from 5 years of age up to their teenage years. I also have experience instructing adults and seniors how to swim. I have 5 years of competitive swimming experience and 4 years of lifeguarding/managing pools. I am a senior at Texas State University and hope to go to Graduate School next year. I look forward to sharing my experience and passion about swimming.

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Issabella M.

San Marcos, TX 78666

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

My name is Issabella and I have been teaching students how to swim for 3 years! I have taught all ages and skill levels from toddlers to adults. I have been on multiple swim teams. I swam competitively in Japan when I studied abroad and we taught to young children how to swim. I love teaching people how to swim because swimming changed my life and I believe that I could make a difference in other people's lives by teaching them! I am very excited to motivate and share my passion of swimming.

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Tyler E.

Kyle, Texas 78640

Certification N/A

Hello, my name is Tyler. I have been teaching lessons since February 2015 with students ranging from 6 months old to 62 years old! I specialize in adult swim lessons but will never back down from any student who wants to learn to swim!

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Katherine A.

Kyle, TX 78640

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hello, my name is Katherine and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years from infants to adults. I've taught children with special needs, catering to their specific requirements while having limitless fun in the water. Alongside having been a competitive swimmer, I have also been an assistant swim coach to primary and secondary schooled-age students. In addition, I've worked with children for 7 years as a Sunday School teacher, babysitter, and lifeguard.

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Kelsey M.

kyle, Texas 78640

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hello! My name is Kelsey, and I have been teaching swim lessons for 2 years with ages ranging from 2 years old up to adults! I also have worked as a nanny and as an assistant site director in an after-school program. I also have a lot of aquatic experience I was a lead lifeguard at Kalahari, I worked there for 2 years. Im currently studying at ACC for an OT career. I love teaching swimming lessons because I like kids and swimming is one of my passions. Im super excited to teach your kiddos!

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Ella H.

Kyle, Texas 78640

Certification N/A

I am from Kyle, Texas, and I am attending the University of the Incarnate Word to earn my bachelor's degree in both Education and Kinesiology, with a minor in Special Education as well as Literacy. I am CPR and AED certified. I have worked with kids and families and taught them about water safety and how to swim while at the YMCA. I also watched over the pool and kept it clean and safe. Before I started working for the YMCA, I helped out and taught kids how to swim through private lessons and coached them. I swam competitively from February 2007 to June 2021 with the Hays Swim Club and at Hays High School.

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Frances G.

Uhland, TX 78640

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hello, my name is Frances Geiger and I've been teaching swimming at various levels for over 20 years. I've worked with all ages from 2 years to 60 years. I've also worked with children as a tutor for Sylvan Learning Center. I am currently a upper level math teacher for a high school in San Marcos. I went to school at UT Austin and earned a degree in mathematics. I love to teach swimming to all ages because I feel like anyone can be a good swimmer and everyone should at least know how to swim.

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Cristina M.

Kyle, Texas 78640

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

My name is Cristina and I recently retired from my position as a Professional Swimming Coach (ages 2 to 18 years) for a USA city team. I have over 20 years of experience teaching swimming. I have taught kids how to swim as young as 10 months and I have experience working with children with special needs. Teaching and working with kids and their families is a passion in my life, as I grew up swimming from a very young age and competitively swam in my younger adult life.

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Rebecca G.

Kyle, TX 78640

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

My name is Becky and I am a fun swim instructor. I've been teaching and coaching all ages since 1991. My lessons are always enjoyable and lifelong water safety is my top priority. I have a concentration on technique. My methods and "box of tricks" are tried-and-true and sure to be effective for all ages and skill levels. I'm known for being patient, kind and understanding with fearful swimmers. I have a passion for swimming and I can't wait to share it with you and your family!

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Terra B.

New Braunfels, TX 78130

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Terra! I have been teaching swim lessons to preschool to adults. I have also worked with kids with babysitting. I am currently enrolled at Blinn College and am studying to be in Law Enforcment. I love being a swim instructor because it is important for kids to know safety, while being in and around water. I have been a lifeguard for 4 years. I have seen kids have fun in the water and I think it is great for all kids to know how to swim!

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Ashli S.

New Braunfels, Texas 78130-4071

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

I was a lifeguard for 4 years at Schlitterbahn New Braunfels and I was a lifeguard at Das Rec in New Braunfels. I was on a swim team. I treat my students very well and treat them when I can. I also motivate and keep the atmosphere super positive even when the lesson isnt going the way it should.

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Ana C.

New Braunfels, TX 78130

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is Ana and I have been teaching swim lessons for 10 years with ages 6m to 8 years. I have also worked with children for 16 years as a PreK teacher and Spanish tutor, I went to school in Mexico City in Business ( Universidad Iberoamericana ), I moved to Texas in 2007 and got my teaching certification . I was part of the swimming team in high school .

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Mara L.

New Braunfels, TX 78132

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hello! My name is Mara and I have been teaching swim lessons for six years with a variety of ages from 2 years old all the way up to 40 years old. I have also worked as a lifeguard for three years and an infant care teacher at a daycare for three years. I graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in 2017 and I am currently a Special Education teacher. I love teaching swim lessons because I love showing people how to be safe but also have fun while in 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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos, 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 San Marcos 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 Austin. 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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