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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Tempe

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 Tempe. 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 Tempe 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 Tempe, AZ

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Tempe. Every Sunsational swim teacher is a vetted aquatics professional, CPR 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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Brittany A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jalen A.

Jalen A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Carsyn S.

Carsyn S.

Tempe, AZ 85281

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Kiera M.

Kiera M.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Nicholas Z.

Nicholas Z.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Angela A.

Angela A.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Julia L.

Julia L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Laura R.

Laura R.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Rachel S.

Rachel S.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Vesper T.

Vesper T.

Tempe, Arizona 85283

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Katie J.

Katie J.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Gloria C.

Gloria C.

Mesa, Arizona 85202

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 Tempe

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

$

73

/ 30 minutes

-13%
$

102

/ HOUR

-11%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

78

/ 30 minutes

-7%
$

108

/ HOUR

-6%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

84

/ 30 minutes

$

115

/ 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 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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Group Swim Lessons


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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Brittany A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Brittany Andrews. I am 27 years old, and I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since May 2015! I have taught swim lessons to children starting at 6 months through adults varying in skill level from beginners to those working on stroke technique. I have taught people with special needs and of all physical abilities. For young students, I want to ensure that they are water-safe first before introducing strokes. For older students, I would teach more in-depth technique for all four strokes. I am passionate about helping people overcome fears and learn to love swimming!

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Jalen A.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hey there! My name is Jalen Artiles. Im 20 years old and currently attending Arizona State University. I have taught people aged 6 months to 12. It's been an amazing experience thats taught me a lot about leadership and building great relationships with families. When Im not in the pool or studying, I love staying active with snowboarding, surfing, hitting the gym, playing guitar, or socializing with people I enjoy being around

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Carsyn S.

Tempe, AZ 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hello! My name is Carsyn Shark and I love teaching swim lessons. I have been instructing lessons and coaching water polo for 3 years, was a competitive swimmer for 8 years, and playing competitive water polo for 6. I am attending Arizona State University where I am also playing water polo and I cant wait to get started teaching!

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Kiera M.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Im a college student whos been teaching swim lessons since February 2022. I also have a background in competitive swimming, so I love helping people learn new skills, improve their strokes, and feel confident in the water. Whether its your first time in the water or you just want to get faster, Im here to make lessons fun and positive!

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Corinne L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! I am a college student at ASU and a 4-year lesson instructor! I'm looking forward to any and all future lessons!!

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Nicholas Z.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

My name is Nicholas Zimmerman, call me Nick for short. I have taught water safety and swimming since February 2023 for the city of Temecula. I have a great passion for teaching and coaching. I have taught from ages 3 all the way to senior citizens. On top of typical swim lessons, I have also taught countless adaptive swim classes for those with special needs

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Angela A.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi Im Angela! Im a 21-year-old college student at Arizona State. I have worked with kids since I was 14, ranging from all ages and different scenarios as well! I have been teaching swim for almost two years now and my main focus is on safety for the kids. I truly love working with kids and am excited to get to know families through this job!

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Julia L.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi there! My name is Julia Landsberg, and I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I am very passionate about swimming and teaching water safety. I am currently a college student at ASU and have a competitive swimming background of eight years. I have experience teaching students of many ages and skill levels, including children with ADHD and autism. As someone with ADHD myself, I understand that every child learns differently and at their own pace. I also have experience helping swimmers become swim team-ready by teaching freestyle, backstroke, streamline, diving, and overall stroke technique while building confidence and safety skills in the water.

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Laura R.

Tempe, Arizona 85281

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hello! My name is Laura and I am a former state-level competitive swimmer! I was a competitive swimmer for 7 years, a lifeguard for 6 years, a lifeguard instructor for 3 years, and have been teaching swim lessons for 11 years! During the school year I am a teacher and love to work with children of all ages as well as adults! No matter your past experience with the water or your comfort level, we can work to make you pool safe and hydrophilic! I look forward to working with you!

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Rachel S.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, my name is Rachel Stevenson and Im passionate about water safety and helping others build confidence in the water. I bring over a decade of experience as a competitive swimmer, along with three years of water polo training. I began teaching swim lessons as a junior instructor at age 11 and officially became a certified Water Safety Swim Instructor at 16. Ive also worked as a lifeguard and have experience in both group and individual swim coaching. I recently graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelors degree in Community Health, and Im originally from Gilroy, California. Whether youre just starting out or looking to improve your technique, Im here to make learning to swim fun, safe, and rewarding for all ages!

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Vesper T.

Tempe, Arizona 85283

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Vesper. I have been a swim instructor since December 2023, and I have a background in working with children with developmental disabilities. I have experience teaching swimming to kiddos from 4 months all the way up to 14 years old. I cant wait to meet you!

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Desiree T.

Phoenix, AZ 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Desiree, and I have over 3 years of experience in water safety and teaching swim lessons. I specialize in teaching ages 4-12 and curating lesson plans/goals unique to each individual. I did competitive swimming in high school, was a lifeguard for 2 years, and was a pool manager. I love witnessing clients grow and meet set benchmarks. My greatest accomplishment has been a 4-year-old swimming a full 25 meters and jumping off the diving board.

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Ryleigh C.

Tempe, Arizona 85288

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Im a 22-year-old recent graduate. Ive taught kids how to swim since February 2022; one year was with a company in San Diego. I love making swim lessons fun and believe its the best way for kids to learn. One of the things Im very adamant about is getting a child comfortable enough to swim with their clothes on. I was on swim teams growing up and spent all of my summers in a pool or at the lake. Im premed and CPR certified for all ages, including infants. Id love to help get you or your kids proficient in swimming and teach water safety.

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Noah D.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Noah, a private swim instructor with over 3 years of experience teaching one-on-one and group lessons for all ages, from beginners to confident swimmers. I grew up training on a club swim team for 5 years in my younger years, spent almost every summer in high school and college lifeguarding, and recently spent a summer in Brazil learning to surf. I bring that same love for the water into every lesson I teach. Whether youre just getting comfortable in the pool or working on refining strokes, I adapt each session to your needs. I focus on building trust, safety, confidence, and making lessons fun! I look forward to working together.

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Eiley C.

Phoenix, Arizona 85018-7816

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hello! My name is Eiley! After being born and raised in North Carolina, I moved to Arizona for my day job. I have a passion for what I do and understand the importance of learning how to swim. I was the captain of my high school swim team and swam in college. I was also a lifeguard for years and have been teaching swim lessons since February 2020. I have taught ages 2-35 and love to take on a challenge!

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Katie J.

Tempe, Arizona 85282

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! I have been teaching swim lessons since November 2019, ranging from ages 4 months to 13 years! I have also taught adults and children with disabilities! I look forward to working with your children and improving their water safety skills!

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Gloria C.

Mesa, Arizona 85202

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Annie. I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 1982 to ages 6 months to 99 years. I have experience teaching all levels, from the fearful swimmer to the experienced swimmer who wants to perfect their strokes. I love teaching swimming lessons. I am patient and kind. I bring my mental and physical tools with me to help students feel comfortable in the water and develop their skills. I love the water and understand the importance of water safety. My goal is to teach my students to enjoy swimming and incorporate safety techniques. "Be safe and have fun" is my motto.

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Christian B.

Tempe, Arizona 85283

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, my name is Christian Buck! I grew up along the coast of California as well as on several islands in the Hawaiian Archipelago. Think of an activity in the ocean, and I've done it. I love to learn and am always searching for new ways to advance my abilities and become even more capable. Thank you for considering me to advance your or your child's abilities! My experience includes: - Teaching swim lessons since February 2022 for ages 3-25 - Lifeguarding since February 2021 for UHNW individuals - Teaching surf lessons since February 2017 - Being a competitive swimmer since February 2018 Water-related certifications include: - Advanced CPR/Red Cross - Open Water PADI - Being awesome

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Teresa B.

Phoenix, Arizona 85042

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

I am a retired special education preschool teacher. I have a Bachelors Degree in Education and a Masters Degree in Special Education. I taught elementary school since August 2011. I taught special education preschool since August 2015. I coach Special Olympics swimming, Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), and kayaking adult and youth classes, as well as the kids' summer camps. I love working with kids. Its so fun to teach them how to swim.

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Julianna R.

Phoenix, Arizona 85008

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi Im J! Ive been teaching swim for 6 years to individuals between the ages of 18 months to 86 years old. Ive had the honor to work with splendid humans with autism both in and out of the water as I was an Rbt for a few years. During these years I got the opportunity to be a varsity swim coach to high schoolers and a varsity coach for junior high kids!

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Jami W.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Sunsational Vetted Since 2020

Hi! I'm Jami. I've been teaching swim lessons and coaching swimming for almost 20 years. It was my first job, and I've been doing it ever since! I've worked with kids starting at the age of 6 months and adults, both for technique and to learn from the beginning. I am also a teacher and vice principal. I love sharing my knowledge and watching someone learn a new skill or understand something new. I look forward to working with you!

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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 Tempe, 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 Tempe, 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 Tempe 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 Phoenix. 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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