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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Yorba Linda

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 Yorba Linda. 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 Yorba Linda 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 Yorba Linda, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Yorba Linda. 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: Sierra C.

Sierra C.

Yorba Linda, California 92886

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Milen P.

Milen P.

Placentia, California 92870

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Ramie W.

Ramie W.

Anaheim, California 92807

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Laura M.

Laura M.

Placentia, California 92870

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jordan M.

Jordan M.

Fullerton, California 92801

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Neil R.

Neil R.

Placentia, California 92870

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Paul B.

Paul B.

Orange, California 92867

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Nafi T.

Nafi T.

Brea, California 92821

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Chloe P.

Chloe P.

Fullerton, California 92831

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Mae J.

Mae J.

Fullerton, CA 92831

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Kamryn M.

Kamryn M.

Fullerton, California 92831

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Quinlan Q.

Quinlan Q.

Placentia, California 92870

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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 Yorba Linda

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

$

66

/ 30 minutes

-13%
$

92

/ HOUR

-12%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

71

/ 30 minutes

-7%
$

98

/ HOUR

-7%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

76

/ 30 minutes

$

105

/ HOUR

*60+ minute lessons can be divided into back-to-back lessons for multiple children

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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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*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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Sierra C.

Yorba Linda, California 92886

Certification N/A

Ive been in the water my whole life, with 13 years of competitive swimming on club, high school, and college teams, along with 5 years of water polo. For the past 10 years, Ive worked as an ocean lifeguard, including 5 summers helping kids gain confidence in the ocean through the Junior Lifeguard program. Most recently, I spent the last year and a half teaching swim lessons in Utah. I love working with kids and helping them discover joy, confidence, and safety in the water!

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Milen P.

Placentia, California 92870

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello! My name is Milen. I have been teaching for 3 years and swam competitively for 4 years prior to that. I love teaching people to not only be strong swimmers but also to understand general water safety practices. I have experience teaching swimmers of all different ages and knowledge levels. I am excited to pass on my knowledge and experience with swimming to help create a safe and fun environment for students.

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Julian R.

Yorba linda, CA 92887

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is Julian. I love teaching swimming to both children and adults alike, especially autistic children. I teach at the swimmers pace. It is important to teach swimmers balance, buoyance, and breath control. Being a lifeguard my passion has always been the ocean. In 2013 I became the only person to swim from San Miguel Island to Santa Rosa Island, I have swam the Anacapa Channel, and was a member on many Catalina Channel swim crossings. I have also coached competitive swim teams.

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Yasmine L.

Placentia, CA 92870

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name is Yasmine I`ve been swimming since I can remember. I formally started receiving lessons at the age of 7 and I haven`t stopped being near in the the water. I have taught private lessons for 2 years and I have taught kids of all ages usually starting at 3 and up. I love teaching swim because it creates an opportunity to share my love of the water. I was a lifeguard and I played waterpolo for about 8 years. I currently attend Fullerton College and I`m majoring in nursing.

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Kristin B.

Yorba Linda, CA 92887

Sunsational Certified Since 2015

My very first job was teaching children to swim. I bought my first car with the money I earned. Since retiring, I have been teaching children and adults to swim, and I have worked with special needs students. "Kristen was very flexible and paced my daughter in a safe and comfortable swim experience." Tracey R. "She is great and I would recommend her to anyone. I have seen a huge improvement!" Coral G.

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Ramie W.

Anaheim, California 92807

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello, My name is Ramie Wakeb. I have been teaching swim lessons for 3 years ranging from 12 months to 16 year-olds. I have taught all different skill levels and age groups. In terms of aquatic experience, I have been swimming for the past 8 years, and playing water polo for 5 years. I also have some experience with teaching kids with special needs. Overall, I love teaching swim lessons and helping students excel in the water.

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Laura M.

Placentia, California 92870

Sunsational Certified Since 2021

Hi, my name is Laura, and I've taught my two children, Lily and Mickey, and many others aged 1 to 12 to swim. I also have experience working with students who are on the autism spectrum. I've been a teacher since January 2001, having taught high school and middle school English. I went to CSU Fullerton to earn my Master's degree in Education and Reading. I fully enjoy teaching and love being in the water with little ones. I look forward to helping establish a love of the water for your little swimmer.

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Olga M.

Yorba Linda, CA 92887

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Olga and I have over 25 years of teaching and coaching experience (entry: infants, toddlers, kids to national level athletes). MS and BS in Sports Training and Physical Education & Swimming Teaching and Coaching. I was a nine-time national champion and a member of Russia's Olympic reserve team in Synchronized Swimming. I coached 13-15 US National Team and development program. Adjunct Faculty in Fullerton College, teaching graduate and undergraduate students in Swimming class.

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Jordan M.

Fullerton, California 92801

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi there my name is Jordan Mazzela and I have been a swim instructor for ages 1-17, and I have also taught adult lessons! I have worked with all levels, ranging from beginner to advanced. I also have worked with special needs and tailor my lessons around their needs.I pride myself on using pool safety methods and cannot wait to teach your little ones.

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Neil R.

Placentia, California 92870

Certification N/A

Hello, my name is Coach Neil. I've taught over 100 students in North Orange County since June 2019. I've taught ages 2.5 to adults. I'm a retired school psychologist and school counselor after 32.5 years serving grades K-12.

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Paul B.

Orange, California 92867

Certification N/A

I have over 20 years of experience in the aquatic industry, including collegiate swimming. Since graduating from college, I have dedicated my career to teaching swimming and coaching local swim teams. I specialize in working with cautious children and children with special abilities. I create a supportive and confidence-building environment for kids to thrive in learning to swim. I enjoy teaching swimmers of all ages.

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Jessica D.

Fullerton, California 92831

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Jessica Dickey and I have done competitive swimming for over 10 years plus water polo. I have also taught swim lessons, as well as lifeguarded for many years. I was also a camp counselor with children of all ages for 5 years. I have a degree in Baking and Pastry but swimming is a passion of mine as well.

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Lily S.

Fullerton, California 92831

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi Im Lily, I am 19, and a student at Cal State Fullerton. I have been coaching/teaching swim for about 3 years, both on a rec swim team and private lessons. I have coached kids from the ages of 4-12 in both swim and volleyball. Whether they are a great swimmer or have never been in the water I have been in and out of the water helping with technique and comfortability while swimming. Cant wait to meet you!

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Nafi T.

Brea, California 92821

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello, my name is Nafi Thompson and I have been a swim instructor and lifeguard since March 2015. I have experience with infants up to adults from all levels, varying from beginner to advanced/competitive swim team. My love for teaching and swimming came from my grandfather when he taught me how to swim at a young age. From there, I decided to make a career out of it and share my knowledge with others in the world! I look forward to meeting you all!

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Chloe P.

Fullerton, California 92831

Certification N/A

Hello, I am Chloe! I am a very motivated and outgoing swim instructor. My goals are to help kids get comfortable with the water and be able to swim safely on their own! I have been teaching swim lessons since June 2021 and have worked with all ages! I have swum and played water polo competitively at the collegiate level! I hope to help kids love the water and the activities it provides!

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Mae J.

Fullerton, CA 92831

Certification N/A

Hi there! My name is Mae, and I have been teaching swim/coaching lessons for over 5 years! I have taught all ages, starting at 2 months old, all the way into adulthood. I have also been a babysitter and a lifeguard. I have an associate's degree in Liberal Arts: Social Sciences and Behavior from Golden West Community College in 2018. I am hoping to finish a bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management at Cal State Fullerton. I love teaching swim lessons because I love children and swimming.

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Quinlan Q.

Placentia, California 92870

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Quin, or "Instructor Quin" if you'll have me be. I'm an LA County lifeguard with tons of experience in teaching swim students from ages six months and older. I've even done water polo since February 2021. So trust in me to teach you how to swim like a pro, get comfortable with swimming, or introduce you to swimming as a whole. I'm looking forward to seeing how far we can take you in your journey.

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Kamryn M.

Fullerton, California 92831

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Kamryn. Im a current college student at Cal State University of Fullerton, pursuing a business degree in marketing. I have a long competitive swim career that started at the age of 7. I swam and played water polo all through high school, competing in Junior Olympics and CIFs. Ive been a swim instructor for the YMCA in Palm Desert since February 2022. Swimming holds a special spot in my heart, and I hope I can teach children to enjoy it as much as I do!

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Luke R.

Fullerton, California 92831

Certification N/A

Hi! My name is Luke Rutenbar, and Ive grown up around the water my entire life. I have been teaching swim lessons since June 2022, working with kids ages 413, from beginners just getting comfortable in the water to more advanced swimmers learning breaststroke, butterfly, and diving. I also have a background in competitive swimming, five summers of lifeguarding experience, and Im CPR, AED, and lifeguard certified. I love getting to work with kids and watching their skills grow and improve in the water, while helping them build confidence, improve their skills, and have fun in a safe and supportive environment!

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Abigayle Rian S.

Fullerton, California 92831

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Abigayle Sapida, but I go by Abby, and Im 19 years old. I did year-round club swim for 11 to 12 years of my life with Vallejo Aquatics Club, along with all four years of my high school swim and water polo seasons. Ive been working as a lifeguard since February 2021 and am CPR certified. For about 3 years, as a club swimmer and Assistant Swim Coach for AHI Swim Team, Ive been teaching people of all ages how to swim and how to improve their swimming capabilities. I also have experience working with kids with behavioral disorders and those on the spectrum from my years as a lifeguard and as an Assistant Swim Coach. I find so much joy in working with people and seeing growth from others, and I aspire to become a better person every day!

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Emma S.

Anaheim, California 92807

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Come join me to have loads of fun in the sun! Hi, Im Emma and I am a swim instructor who loves mixing in fun with swim lesson training. I have played water polo for 5 years and Im an active certified lifeguard. I love to teach all ages from 1 years old to adults. So lets go make a splash in the pool this summer!

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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 Yorba Linda, 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 Yorba Linda, 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 Yorba Linda 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 Orange County. 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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