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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Vacaville

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 Vacaville. 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 Vacaville 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 Vacaville, CA

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

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Amy M.

Amy M.

Vacaville, California 95688

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Mayzie D.

Mayzie D.

Vacaville, California 95687

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Everett J.

Everett J.

Davis, California 95616

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Madison N.

Madison N.

Davis, California 95616

Swim Instructor Profile Image: David B.

David B.

Napa, California 94558

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Gwennie A.

Gwennie A.

Davis, California 95616

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Catherine (Cassie) J.

Catherine (Cassie) J.

Napa, California 94558

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Skylar S.

Skylar S.

Davis, California 95618

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ben S.

Ben S.

Davis, California 95618

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Monica A.

Monica A.

Vallejo, California 94591

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Julia K.

Julia K.

Vallejo, California 94591

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Lizabeth U.

Lizabeth U.

Concord, California 94520

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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 Vacaville

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

$

59

/ 30 minutes

-16%
$

84

/ HOUR

-13%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

64

/ 30 minutes

-9%
$

88

/ HOUR

-8%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

70

/ 30 minutes

$

96

/ 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!

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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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Amy M.

Vacaville, California 95688

Certification N/A

Certified USA Swim Instructor, Former USAT Coach, Open Water, and Swim Lessons for All Ages & Abilities. Specializing in Aqua Phobia and special needs. I have been swimming for fun and competitively since February 2008. I have completed several open water swims including Escape from Alcatraz in 2014 and Ironman Arizona in 2012. I watched my youngest son grow up around the pool deck for almost 20 years and fell in love with swimming and introducing others to this amazing sport and critical life skill. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your swim goals.

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Mayzie D.

Vacaville, California 95687

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Mayzie! I have been a swim teacher since February 2022, working with everyone from two-month-old babies to adults. I love making my lessons fun, safe, and engaging while helping swimmers grow in confidence and skill. I have a big heart for kiddos and have learned that patience is key when it comes to teaching. Whether its a first splash or mastering strokes, Im here to support every step of the swim journey!

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Meleah F.

Vacaville, California 95688

Certification N/A

Hi, my name is Meleah, and I have been teaching swim lessons since September 2020, with ages 6 months and up. I have also worked with children for 3 years as a volunteer in a church program where I supervised and led activities with preschool-aged children. I also swam competitively for 10 years. I went to Vacaville High School and earned my High School Diploma and am currently enrolled in post-secondary education. I love teaching swimming because I love to see the progress that students make.

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Chanise C.

Fairfield, CA 94533

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Chanise and I've been a Water Safety Instructor for 8 years. I have worked with students ages 6 months to 18+ years. Specifically have taught Parent-Child and beginner classes with children ages 6 mo. to 8 years, and special needs students under the age of 18. Currently I am attending Cal State East Bay, earning a degree in biology this Fall 2016. I love teaching because I have enjoyed recreational and USA competitive swimming and love passing along useful skills.

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Sean J.

Napa, California 94559

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Sean Johnson, and Im an undergraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley, double-majoring in physics and astrophysics. I swam competitively for several years as a member of the Napa Valley Swim Team, for whom I also spent two summers teaching swim lessons to swimmers aged 3 to 10 years old. I look forward to sharing my love of the water!

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Everett J.

Davis, California 95616

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi! My name is Everett. Im an experienced swimmer and learning coach, and Im excited to get to know you!\n\nIve been swimming competitively since August 2020, and Im great at teaching based on the needs of my learners. Open communication is key to me, and my aim is to make swimming fun and second nature. \n\nThe first time I was captivated by swimming was when I watched the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and from then on I was inspired to take up competitive swimming as my sport of choice. I am currently enrolled at UC Davis (go Aggies!).

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David B.

Napa, California 94558

Certification N/A

Hi! Dave has been swimming since he was two years old. Raised on the coast of southern Maine, Dave swam competitively as a child through high school. Dave has worked at several summer camps as a lifeguard and swim instructor throughout his career. He loves working with kids of all ages, striving to help improve confidence and ability while having fun! Over the last 10 years, he has started scuba diving and enjoys diving around the world. He currently has his PADI advanced diving certification and rescue certification and is working toward his dive master certification. I look forward to teaching more kids!

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Madison N.

Davis, California 95616

Certification N/A

I was a competitive swimmer for over 10 years, and the sport has always been a lifelong passion. Since February 2022, I have worked as a swim instructor, helping individuals of all ages develop water safety skills, improve technique, and build confidence in the pool. I love helping others build confidence in the water and enjoy swimming as much as I do.

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Sarah T.

Davis, CA 95616

Sunsational Certified Since 2025

Hi, my name is Sarah and I've been teaching swim lessons for 6 years with ages 2 to 47. I've also worked with children for 2 years as a babysitter. I love teaching swimming because I believe it's a life goal that everyone should know how to do and I love watching kids and adults alike progress in the water. I love every single bond I make with my students and parents too!

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Gwennie A.

Davis, California 95616

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! My name is Gwennie. I swam competitively for 7 years, starting when I was 7 years old. After I stopped swimming, I started coaching in the summer of 2021 at DART Swim School in Davis, CA. I got my lifeguard certification when I turned 17 and in the time I spent working for DART, I was promoted to lead coach and then head staff. Ive picked up many skills over the years of coaching and Im always excited to learn more. I have experience working with kids ages 18 months to 10 years old and with kids with autism.

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Catherine (Cassie) J.

Napa, California 94558

Certification N/A

I am a mom to two adults, a 25-year-old daughter and an 18-year-old son with 22q Deletion Syndrome and ASD. I am also a lifelong swimmer who swam competitively as a child. I have been teaching swim lessons since March 2024, but I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I was a nanny in my early 20s. I have coached youth volleyball since 2003. I taught toddler music lessons a few years ago as well. What I love about teaching swimming, though, is that lightbulb moment when breath, buoyancy, and propulsion all come together and a child realizes they can swim. I also love to challenge older swimmers to push their limits safely to achieve more in the pool, whether it be learning to dive or swim butterfly.

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Briana S.

Vallejo, CA 94589

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hello my name is Briana, my passion is working with people, I especially like caring for kids. I have taken swimming lessons since the age of 5 and I was a member of the Jr. Guard Program for 3 years. I am attending Sonoma State and will be majoring in Psychology and I will continue my education in an accelerated program for nursing after. I am also fluent in Spanish. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I look forward to hearing from you soon! Respectfully, Briana S.

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Skylar S.

Davis, California 95618

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, Im Skylar!! Im currently a first-year at UC Davis studying chemical engineering and Ive been a competitive swimmer since I was 7. Ive had experience in coaching/teaching ages 3-18 for about 2 years with emphasis on stroke development and technique. Being so passionate about swimming, I like to prioritize improvement, confidence, and persistence in the water, while maintaining patience for the students ultimate success and comfort. My father was an Olympic qualifying swimmer and I implement his strategies into each of my lessons, which I believe contributes to my clients proficiency. However, above all, I enjoy building a positive relationship with the student to encourage security and excitement to the fullest!

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Haylee B.

Davis, CA 95616

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hello friends, my name is Haylee and I've been teaching kids to swim since I was a kid myself (for 6 years). I am a college student working to pay off my student loans. I have worked with children from the ages of 4 to 18 and love to build water confidence and water safety skills in each child I work with. I am currently obtaining a degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Childhood Development. I have a soft voice, a happy positive attitude and love working with children.

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Ben S.

Davis, California 95618

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Ben! I have been working as a swim instructor on and off since February 2021 and love working with kids as they learn that vital skill which I became so accustomed to during my swimming and water polo experience of 7 years. I love music, and when working with younger kids, I have them sing songs to get them excited for their lesson and calm the nerves that the water brings. I hope to help get your kids on the path to swimming mastery!

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Laura M.

Davis, CA 95618

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi! My name is Laura and I started swimming competitively when I was 4 years old. I've been teaching swim lessons for 5 years for students ages 2 to 18. I've also worked with children for 10+ years as a tutor and babysitter. I went to Boston University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavior and Health in 2015. I love teaching swimming because I feel at home in the water and want my students to feel the freedom that comes with that feeling as well.

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Monica A.

Vallejo, California 94591

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi there! My name is Miss Monica and I have over 15 years of swim instruction experience to ages ranging from 6 months - 60 years old. I began as a volunteer and continue to enjoy teaching swimming lessons. As your instructor, it is my goal to ensure you gain water safety skills, are comfortable in the water, and have fun while learning! I swam competitively in both high school and college, so I enjoy incorporating technique into my lessons as well. I look forward to working with you!

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Julia K.

Vallejo, California 94591

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Wanted to be a mermaid when I grew up, but settled on being on my high school swim team and participating in Junior Lifeguard programs most summers. Went on to teach individual and group swim lessons to children 0-14 years, adults, and students with special needs. Im especially passionate about familiarizing infants with water play and song, teaching safe swimming to little ones, and helping adults overcome their fear of water. Thank you for considering me to be your swim instructor

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Lizabeth U.

Concord, California 94520

Certification N/A

Hello friends! My name is Lisa, and I have been teaching since February 2009. It is my absolute passion in life to watch swimmers gain confidence and a love of swimming through our lessons. I can't wait to meet you!

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Jaida C.

Martinez, California 94553

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Jaida Chellew, and I've taught swim lessons since February 2021 and worked in childcare since February 2022 as a registered behavioral technician, babysitter, and educator. I am currently working on my teaching credentials and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love working with kids because of their unique personalities and wonderful minds, and getting to work in the pool is a huge plus as an alumni swimmer and water polo player.

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Ryan B.

Bay Point, California 94565

Certification N/A

Hello, my name is Ryan, and I have been working with children since February 2018 and have swum for half of my life.

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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 Vacaville, 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 Vacaville, 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 Vacaville 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 Sacramento. 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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