Adaptive Swim

Adaptive Swim

Swimming is a life-saving skill, and at the Y, we believe it should be accessible to everyone. Our adaptive swim program provides instruction in a welcoming, inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities. Each lesson is led by a certified YMCA instructor who can customize the learning experience to meet each student’s abilities. A smaller class size helps to ensure every swimmer feels supported, confident, and empowered to succeed in the water.

To best support each participant, a parent or other caregiver may be required to be in the water with the participant, at the discretion of the instructor.


CDC Swim Skills Intervention Grant - Autism

Ventura
1/1/26 - 6/30/26
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This CDC Swim Skills Intervention Program is a grant-funded initiative designed to provide inclusive, evidence-based swim lessons for youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The program aims to address the critical need for water safety and swimming proficiency among children with ASD, who face an increased risk of drowning compared to their neurotypical peers.

Program Goals:

  • Improve water safety awareness and swimming skills for youth with autism.
  • Provide instruction tailored to sensory, communication, and behavioral needs.
  • Foster confidence and enjoyment in aquatic environments through structured, supportive lessons.

Interest List

No sessions available.

Parent/Child Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities (Ages 4-15) - Spring

Santa Barbara
4/12/26 - 6/7/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Adaptive Swim Lessons. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

A parent is required to be in the water with their child and will lead their child through the activities with support from the instructor. This class format offers many benefits such parent/child interaction and the activities can be tailored to the level of the student.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/31/26 6/7/26 Online / Front Desk $ 64.00$ 88.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/12/26 - 05/03/26
Su - 12:20 pm - 12:50 pm
6 / 6 Available Register  
05/17/26 - 06/07/26
Su - 12:20 pm - 12:50 pm
6 / 6 Available Register  

Parent/Child Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities (Ages 4-15) - Winter

Santa Barbara
2/8/26 - 3/22/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Adaptive Swim Lessons. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

A parent is required to be in the water with their child and will lead their child through the activities with support from the instructor. This class format offers many benefits such parent/child interaction and the activities can be tailored to the level of the student.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
11/29/25 3/22/26 Online / Front Desk $ 64.00$ 88.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
02/08/26 - 03/01/26
Su - 12:20 pm - 12:50 pm
- Waiting List  
03/08/26 - 03/22/26
3 Week Session - Su - 12:20 pm - 12:50 pm
5 / 6 Available $48 - $66 Register  

Preschool Swim Lessons (Ages 3-5) - Spring

Ventura
4/11/26 - 5/31/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents MUST be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Priority Registration 2/28/26 3/3/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00-
Open Registration 3/4/26 5/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/11/26 - 05/30/26
Sa - 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26
04/12/26 - 05/31/26
Su - 10:00 am - 10:45 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26

Preschool Swim Lessons (Ages 3-5) - Winter

Ventura
2/21/26 - 3/28/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents MUST be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Open Registration 12/3/25 3/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/21/26 - 03/28/26
Sa - 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
- Waiting List  

School Age Swim Lessons (Ages 5-12) - Spring

Ventura
4/11/26 - 5/31/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents are permitted to be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Priority Registration 2/28/26 3/3/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00-
Open Registration 3/4/26 5/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/11/26 - 05/30/26
Sa - 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26
04/11/26 - 05/30/26
Sa - 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26
04/12/26 - 05/31/26
Su - 9:00 am - 9:45 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26
04/12/26 - 05/31/26
Su - 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26

School Age Swim Lessons (Ages 5-12) - Winter

Ventura
2/21/26 - 3/29/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents are permitted to be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Open Registration 12/3/25 3/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/21/26 - 03/28/26
Sa - 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
- Waiting List  
02/21/26 - 03/28/26
Sa - 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
- Waiting List  
02/22/26 - 03/29/26
Su - 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Waiting List  

Teen Swim Lessons (Ages 13-17) - Spring

Ventura
4/11/26 - 5/31/26
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For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents are permitted to be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Priority Registration 2/28/26 3/3/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00-
Open Registration 3/4/26 5/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 90.00$ 180.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/11/26 - 05/30/26
Sa - 12:00 am - 12:45 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26
04/12/26 - 05/31/26
Su - 11:00 am - 11:45 am
4 / 4 Available Registration
Closed
Opens on 02/28/26