Special Needs Swim Lessons For Adults & Children in Tampa Bay

We have an extensive background in teaching special needs swim lessons to adults and kids of all ages and levels of swim skills. Learn to swim with individualized lesson plans tailored to your needs, skills, and abilities in Tampa, FL.

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Special needs swim lessons

No matter what physical challenges and limitations you're struggling with, we are here to prove that everyone can learn the life skill of swimming at their own pace with proper instruction. Our swim instructors are certified experts in delivering private swim lessons to adults and children with special needs. Whether you want to gain strength, learn basic water safety skills, or improve your swim technique, our certified private instructor will plan every swim class according to your needs and goals.
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Special needs swim lessons

No matter what physical challenges and limitations you're struggling with, we are here to prove that everyone can learn the life skill of swimming at their own pace with proper instruction. Our swim instructors are certified experts in delivering private swim lessons to adults and children with special needs. Whether you want to gain strength, learn basic water safety skills, or improve your swim technique, our certified private instructor will plan every swim class according to your needs and goals.
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Special needs swimming lessons for adults and children in Tampa, FL

Learn foundational swimming skills with our adaptive aquatics program. We offer private and semi-private swim lessons in Tampa Bay for special needs adults and kids.

Swimming lessons for special needs adults

Gain an important life skill of swimming and get all the benefits water has to offer. With years of experience in delivering private, semi-private, and group classes to special needs adults, we've developed a swimming-proven curriculum that helps students overcome unique water safety challenges in the pool. Progress through swim lessons with practical & comprehensive instruction in a safe and supportive environment.

Swimming lessons for children with special needs

Teaching children with special needs all foundational safety skills in the pool with a swimming-proven curriculum developed by certified & skilled swim instructors. Improve your child's movement capabilities and motor skills with our adapted swim levels and the assistance of a swim instructor. Allow your children gain strength & get a self-esteem boost in therapeutic lessons tailored to your kid's needs, skills, and abilities.

Three adapted swim levels

Our adapted swim levels utilize evidence-based, individual-focused methods to teach swimming to students with special needs.
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Beginner
Every beginner adult & child learns fundamental swimming skills. Ensure your & your children's safety by learning to float, breathe, paddle, and kick in a safe and supportive environment.
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Intermediate
For those looking to get fully confident in the pool, we offer to take the next step and learn proper swim stroke techniques. In private lessons, our swim instructor will be able to adapt & teach each swim stroke according to your disability and help you overcome other physical challenges that arise in the pool.
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Advanced
We offer private lessons for advanced swimmers with special needs to improve motor skills, mobility, endurance, and speed. You'll be able to swim laps confidentially and improve your overall fitness. Become a better swimmer with special needs swim classes for all ages, skills, and abilities in Tampa, FL.

Leading therapeutic aquatic program for adults and children with special needs in Tampa Bay

Hundreds of students with special needs gain confidence & essential water safety skills at our school's private lessons. Our adaptive aquatics program considers teaching skills at the swimmer's pace for any limitations and struggles they face.
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  • Adaptive private swim lessons

    We understand the hardship of learning to swim with physical limitations & challenges our special needs students face. Our swim school aims to ensure proper instruction that fits the client's physical, mental, and other related developmental challenges. All students with special abilities achieve milestones and progress through swim lessons with ease & confidence.
  • Special needs qualified swim instructors

    Each swim instructor has an extensive background in teaching swim lessons to special needs students. The safety of your private classes is our priority, and that's why each instructor maintains current CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications.
  • Flexible scheduling

    Book swim lessons special needs and pick a time for classes that work with your busy schedule. For the convenience of our students, we offer flexible scheduling & at-home swim lessons. Meet our swim instructor at the time & place that works best for you.
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Our clients love to swim with us
Olevia Metry

Maria has been teaching our 3 year old twice a week now for a couple months. She’s always on time and comes ready to go. Our son has already shown so much progress and confidence in the water. I can’t believe he’s swimming without any floaties and is also diving for diving toys!! I don’t know how she got him to love swimming because he’s usually very cautious and super shy. Best investment we’ve committed to in terms of activities for our son ever. Highly recommend!!!

Carla P. De Maria

I booked Maria back in November 2022 for my 5-year-old son so he could continue learning how to swim. He had taken lessons at other places, but it was slow progress. He ended up with basic level swim knowledge but was afraid to move out of the 3ft area. We started out with three classes, to see how my son would do with Maria, and he took to her immediately. He listened to her instructions and is excited to do the classes. We have been consistent with classes since then and he is now swimming on his own, above and underwater, in the deep end - All because of Maria! I would highly recommend her!!

Nikkea Taylor

My husband and I booked with this academy in desperate need for learning how to swim for our upcoming trip, and I must say we definitely enjoyed our instructor. Marsha was very VERY patient with us lol and provided great tips to work on after every session. My 2-year-old loved her so much that he was trying to learn!! I would HIGHLY recommend having her as an instructor , she makes the experience worthwhile!

Ksenia Shabelsky

Maria is an excellent professional swim coach for my two kids (8 and 5yo). My kids have excelled greatly within a matter of a few classes and are definitely lot more comfortable swimming in their own now. Thank you for your swimming mastery, flexibility and kindness, as well as providing my children with the confidence and competence to be safe around water.

Kristin Muller

I do triathlons and was looking for help with my swimming technique and speed, and I had such a great experience working with Masha! She put together a whole program of drills and exercises to help get me where I want to be! She's a natural teacher and super passionate about swimming, my adult swim lessons with her were so fun and helpful!

Grace

I never learned how to swim as a child, and I wanted to be able to enjoy the pool with my children. Finding someone who teaches adult swim lessons was tricky, because many programs are for kids only, so I'm so grateful for Masha and fast swim academy. I learned how to float and move through the water in just a few lessons, and now we're working on learning different swimming strokes. Masha's lessons are really fun and supportive, I recommend her for any adult learning to swim!

Iryna

I was working with coach Masha remotely to prepare for the various meets like European and World pentathlon championships. We were working for nearly a year together on my swimming. Masha also included gym program for me. I saw results within a few weeks of working. Highly recommend!

Alex Volchegursky

Maria is excellent with children, I would recommend her to anyone who wants to teach their child how to swim.

Kristina Pysmenska

I wanted to get fit, but it's really hard to get into sports for me. Maria created a personalised swimming lesson plan for me. Not only I got fit, but got more comfortable in the water.

Alejandro Garay

Masha is hands down the best swimming coach in the entire Tampa Bay Area! I'm in my mid-30s, and I thought my swimming days were long gone, but she proved me wrong. Her coaching style is truly motivational and inspiring, and she pushes me to be my best every single session. I feel so lucky to have found her after doing thorough research.


Masha's dedication to her students is unparalleled, and she has not only helped me improve my swimming skills but also boosted my confidence in all aspects of life. If you're looking for a coach that will help you reach your full potential and reignite your passion for swimming, look no further than Masha. She is an incredible inspiration, and I can't thank her enough for everything she's done for me. Go Masha! You are simply the best!

Meet our lead special needs swim instructor

Meet our lead special needs swim instructor

Maria Rezhylo

I dedicated over 20 years of my life to the world of aquatics. From learning to kick and float as a little kid to setting World Records in swimming as a professional swimmer, I can honestly say this sport taught me invaluable lessons and opportunities that go beyond the pool lanes.

Today, I share my knowledge and passion for swimming with adults and kids of all ages, skills, and abilities. As a former professional athlete with a disability, my primary goal is to share my expertise with special-needs swimmers and help them succeed in and out of the pool.

Seeing my clients overcome their fears and obtain the critical life skill of swimming has been the most humbling experience of my life. Just like my students get out of their comfort zone in the pool, I challenge myself to be a better swimmer and coach every day.
As a former pro swimmer with a disability, I've seen & experienced firsthand the benefits swimming offers to athletes like me. It fueled my passion for helping students with special needs master swimming & discover their inner strength.

As a former pro swimmer with a disability, I've seen & experienced firsthand the benefits swimming offers to athletes like me. It fueled my passion for helping students with special needs master swimming & discover their inner strength.

How it works

Fill out our form

Please fill out our form so we can get to know you, our new student. Our form is short, and it shouldn't take more than a minute to fill out. We will be in touch shortly!

Choose your package

You can choose a package that would be comfortable for you. Or, if you don't want to make any significant commitment, you can choose a trial swim lesson.

Start your swimming journey

On your marks, set, go! Let's start your swimming journey. Don't hesitate to send us any messages before your lesson! We are here to help.

Special needs swim lessons prices

Choose swim lessons for special needs in Tampa package for adults or kids. At-home swim lessons are available upon request.
Trial swim lesson
  • Meet your licensed swimming instructor
  • Discuss your personal swimming goals
  • See if we are a good fit
  • Purchase your swim lessons package
$60 / one lesson
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30 minute swim lessons
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$65 / per lesson
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45 minute swim lessons
*rates can vary based on the location
$85 / per lesson
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1 hour swim lessons
*rates can vary based on the location
$100 / per lesson
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We offer more than a traditional swim school

Explore our additional water safety & swim training options in the Tampa Bay area.
Ensure the safety of your pool party or event with a certified private lifeguard. All lifeguards maintain a current CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certifications from the American Red Cross.
Prepare for your upcoming pool or open water swim with a carefully prepared, fully customized program from a pro swim coach. Our online swim coaching is an excellent option for busy athletes struggling to find classes that meet their schedule.

Location coverage across the bay

Contact us if you don't see private swimming lessons in your area on the list. Our swim instructors travel to various locations to provide high-quality swim coaching to the students.

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