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Special Needs Swim Lessons in Playa Del Ray

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 Playa Del Ray. 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 Playa Del Ray 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 Playa Del Ray, CA

We believe our students deserve the best, so we work with only the best swim instructors in Playa Del Ray. 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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Sebastian R.

Marina del Rey, California 90292

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Uyen N.

Uyen N.

Venice, California 90291

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jamie C.

Jamie C.

Marina del Rey, California 90292

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Hannah S.

Hannah S.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Kelvin R.

Kelvin R.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Adrien H.

Adrien H.

El Segundo, MD 90245

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Jessica M.

Jessica M.

Los Angeles, California 90291

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Grace K.

Grace K.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Rachel T.

Rachel T.

Los Angeles, California 90230

Swim Instructor Profile Image: charlotte c.

charlotte c.

Santa Monica, California 90405

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Matthew G.

Matthew G.

Santa Monica, CA 90405

Swim Instructor Profile Image: Heather B.

Heather B.

Santa Monica, California 90405

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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 Playa Del Ray

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

$

77

/ 30 minutes

-14%
$

106

/ HOUR

-15%

BEST VALUE

12 lessons

$

82

/ 30 minutes

-9%
$

112

/ HOUR

-10%

MOST POPULAR

6 lessons

$

90

/ 30 minutes

$

125

/ 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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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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Faster Progression saves money in the long run

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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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Sebastian R.

Marina del Rey, California 90292

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Im a patient and encouraging swim instructor who loves helping students feel safe, confident, and comfortable in the water. I make lessons fun, supportive, and focused on building strong swim skills step by step. I have worked with students ages 2 and up, including adults and students on the autism spectrum.

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Uyen N.

Venice, California 90291

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

I've always felt a strong connection to the water. With my extensive background in surfing, prone paddling, triathlon, and water polo, I've had the pleasure of sharing my skill set over four years of work as a swim instructor for ages 1-adults. Beyond the water, I graduated in neuroscience, and take pride in my empathetic outlook and passion for fostering human connections. I'm eagerly looking forward to bringing my enthusiastic energy to help your swimmer achieve their goals!

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Jamie C.

Marina del Rey, California 90292

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Jamie! I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2015, helping kids of all ages feel safe, strong, and confident in the water. I grew up swimming, I surf now, and I just love helping people feel at home in the water. Im patient, fun, and all about building trust with the student.

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Hannah S.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! My name is Hannah, and Im a biochemistry student at BYU-Idaho. Swimming has been a big part of my life, and I enjoy helping others gain confidence, improve their skills, and have fun while learning. I learned to swim at age three, and since then have enjoyed many swim-related activities including surfing and participating in Junior Lifeguards in middle and high school. As a lifeguard and swim instructor, I am passionate about creating a safe, positive environment where students can flourish. I have experience teaching swimmers ages 3 to 14, and I strive to make every lesson positive and encouraging while helping each student reach their goals. I am excited to meet you and share my love of swimming!

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Kelvin R.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Sunsational Vetted Since 2022

Hi, my name is Kelvin. Ive been teaching swimming for 6 years and have taught from infants to adults, as well as being a lifeguard for 4 years from 2015-2019. I have worked with special needs kids and am willing to work with the parents to properly create a lesson plan for the kids. I was a competitive swimmer in high school and have been swimming competitively since I was 8 years old. I believe that kids should have fun while learning how to swim.

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Adrien H.

El Segundo, MD 90245

Sunsational Vetted Since 2020

Hi! My name is Adrien and I have been teaching students to swim for 6 years. I attended Florida Tech where a earned a B.S. and M.S. with a thesis in chemical engineering and competed all four seasons on their NCAA DII swim team. My connection with the water drives me to help others experience the joy of swimming. Years of experience and an ongoing passion have brought me here to help you or your child develop into an excellent swimmer.

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Jessica M.

Los Angeles, California 90291

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

I fell in love with swimming at a young age and began swimming competitively at just 5 years old, continuing all the way through college. In high school, I discovered my passion for teaching when I started giving swim lessons and found it incredibly rewarding to help swimmers gain confidence in the water. After college, I continued sharing my love of the sport by coaching at my local YMCA, where I spent 7 seasons coaching the swim team and teaching lessons since September 2016. With years of experience teaching swimmers from infants to adults, I focus on creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment that helps each student reach their goals. Whether its teaching water safety, building foundational skills, or refining technique, I love helping swimmers develop both confidence and a lifelong love for the water.

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Grace K.

Los Angeles, California 90045

Sunsational Vetted Since 2024

Hi! Im Grace, and I just graduated from Venice High School. This fall, Ill be attending UC Santa Barbara. Growing up in a swimming family, Ive always loved the ocean and began swimming competitively at the age of 9. I joined Junior Lifeguards in 2015 and eventually became a lifeguard with LA City last summer, where I taught multiple lessons daily and coached a synchronized swimming team. Over the past two years, Ive also provided private swim lessons to clients, working with children aged 2-17, including those with special needs. I also have a lot of experience with childcare and have been babysitting consistently for several families for 4 years. Im excited to connect with you and share my love for the water!

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Rachel T.

Los Angeles, California 90230

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Rachel! I grew up swimming, and now I enjoy helping kids discover the same confidence and joy that swimming gave me. I have experience teaching children ages 413, along with a background in both coaching and childcare. I have also worked as a lifeguard since February 2023, which strengthened my skills in water safety and emergency preparedness. I bring patience, creativity, and energy to every lesson, keeping kids safe while making swimming fun and encouraging. My goal is to help every child feel comfortable in the water while learning skills theyll carry with them for life.

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Tiara J.

Los Angeles, CA 90301

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! My name is Tiara, and Im currently studying Biology with a minor in Chemistry and Japanese at Howard University, where Im also a Division I swimmer. Ive been in the water as a swimmer my whole life, and I currently work as both a lifeguard and swim instructor. I have experience teaching swimmers of all ages, from young children to adults, and Im passionate about helping everyone feel confident and safe in the water. Although Ive worked with all age groups, from young kids to adults, I feel the best when teaching confident kids and adults who are excited to learn how to swim! I like to make each lesson fun, encouraging, and tailored to your goals. I cant wait to share my love for swimming with you!

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charlotte c.

Santa Monica, California 90405

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Swimming has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and it's a passion I'm excited to share with every child and adult that I teach. As a competitive open water swimmer and instructor at Olympian Lenny Krayzelburg SwimRight Academy, I've had the privilege of teaching students of all ages, helping them learn water safety, build confidence, and master all four swim strokes. I believe every student learns at their own pace, so I strive to create a fun, patient, and encouraging environment where they feel comfortable trying new things and celebrating every achievement. Whether your child is getting in the water for the very first time or looking to improve their technique, my goal is to help them become a strong, confident, life time swimmer.

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Ashley G.

Santa Monica, CA 90405

Sunsational Vetted Since 2019

Hello! My name is Ashley, and I have been a swim instructor since March 2015 and a caregiver for over 12 years. I am a certified teacher and have my Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certificate. Not only that, but I am also a sailor and a competitive triathlete. Needless to say, I am passionate about kids and the water. I would love to work with a family where my strengths and talents can prove useful in helping children feel healthy, happy, and loved.

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Matthew G.

Santa Monica, CA 90405

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, Im Matt! Ive been a swim instructor for over 11 years and I truly love what I do. I have taught a wide variety of ages ranging from 6 months to 15 years old and I enjoy the different challenges that each age brings. I pride myself on patience, enthusiasm and results. I attended university of Arizona and majored in communications, I also have been swimming and surfing for over 25+ years. I believe Swim lessons should be nothing but fun, positive, and always end with a smile!

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Azi B.

Santa Monica, California 90405

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Ever since I started teaching swimming, there has been nothing I enjoy more than sharing my love for the water with others. I have experience working with students ages 5 and up, in both group and private settings. I look forward to working with you!

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Heather B.

Santa Monica, California 90405

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi, Im Heather - a water lover and avid surfer passionate about helping people feel confident in and around the water. I strive to share that love so you can enjoy the ocean or pool safely, and with a smile! Ive coached all ages (6mo to adults) through programs including the Red Cross Learn to Swim program at the Santa Monica Swim Center, LA Citys Learn to Surf Camp, Surf Academy Santa Monica, Offshore Vibes Surf School, and 1:1 private clients, where I focused on building confidence, ocean safety awareness, and strong foundational skills in a fun and supportive environment. Previously, I spent 20+ years leading teams in the media world, and I bring that same level of professionalism, organization, and enthusiasm to every lesson. If you want a passionate, reliable coach who loves helping others grow and learn, lets connect!

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Juan pablo c.

Santa Monica, CA 90403

Sunsational Vetted Since 2022

Hi, my name is Juan Pablo and I've been teaching swim lessons for 9 years from infants to adults. From an early age, I started swimming daily and even volunteered to teach occasionally after practice. I came to the United States on a swimming scholarship to Santa Monica College and California State University Northridge, where I earned a degree in film. I love teaching swimming because it not only changed my life and opened doors for me but it is also a very important life skill to have.

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Janna R.

Santa Monica, CA 90403

Sunsational Vetted Since 2023

Hi, my name is Janna, and I have taught swim lessons for 10+ years from infant/toddler to stroke refinement, and also have experience in professional lifeguarding and coaching swim teams. I have received certifications from the Red Cross, YMCA, and ASA. My personal swimming includes Varsity High School Swimming, CSU Triathlon Team, Masters Swimming, and PADI Advanced Scuba. I love teaching kids to swim because it keeps kids safe and is a fun, lifelong sport!

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Daniel F.

Redondo Beach, California 90278

Sunsational Vetted Since 2026

Hi! My name is Daniel, and Ive been swimming competitively for most of my life. I swam through middle school, high school, and college, including at UC Santa Cruz. My experience in the pool has taught me discipline, patience, and how to help swimmers build confidence both in and out of the water. I love working with swimmers of all ages and skill levels, whether someone is just getting comfortable in the water or looking to improve their technique and endurance. My goal is to create a positive, supportive, and fun environment where students feel encouraged to learn and grow every session. Im passionate about helping others become stronger, safer, and more confident swimmers since February 2021.

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Oscar B.

Los Angeles, California 90025

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello! My name is Oscar. Im an 18-year-old student living in Los Angeles during the fall and spring semesters. I swam competitively for seven years prior to teaching ages 3-18 at a local gym in my town. Im very patient and know how to balance work and fun with younger children and keep them comfortable in the water.

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Enya G.

Los Angeles, California 90025

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hi! Im Enyaa certified swim instructor who believes the water is one of the best places to build confidence, creativity, and body awareness. My lessons are fun, playful, and rooted in trust. I help kids connect with their bodies in the water, feel safe, and learn real skills through games, movement, and presence. Whether were practicing floats, kicking like dolphins, or playing underwater treasure hunts, my goal is to make swim time something your child looks forward to while gently building safety and skill along the way.

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Jennifer T.

Los Angeles, California 90025

Sunsational Vetted Since 2025

Hello, my name is Jennifer. Ive lived in Los Angeles for 15 years, but my swimming journey began much earlier. I started swimming at 2, competing at 6, and continued until I was 22. Born and raised in Hong Kong, I was honored to represent my country in competitions. In college, I swam at USC, training alongside top athletes. Since February 2021, I have coached swimmers of all ages, from babies to seniors, helping each feel safe and confident in the water. On weekends, I volunteer at Therapy Place 4 Kids, supporting children of all abilities, including kiddos with special needs. I create a calm, supportive environment where safety is always my top priority! Teaching is my passion, and I look forward to sharing the joy of swimming with you!

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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 Playa Del Ray, 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 Playa Del Ray, 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 Playa Del Ray 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 Los Angeles. 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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