Swim Angelfish Live - Equipment Webinar Are you wondering what equipment we use? Need some new techniques for your existing equipment to use with your special needs swimmers? Look no further. Free Training Webinar Watch the July 2017 Newsletter: Using Visual Schedule To Decrease Anxiety. For more information, tips and tricks, follow [...]
Swim Angelfish is devoted to helping children of all abilities learn how to swim faster and with less discomfort than traditional swim methods since 2000. But don't just take our word for it. See what our certification users have to say about our program! "After having been in the industry for over a decade [...]
Swim Angelfish is devoted to helping children of all abilities learn how to swim. The company, originally founded as an Aquatic Therapy service, has grown to include Swim Lessons, Camps and Training as a direct result of the need to help all children become confident and safe in the water. But don't just take our [...]
TIPS FOR USING A VISUAL SCHEDULE • Use PECS pictures, or actual pictures of the pool, the equipment, and the swimmer’s schedule for the session. • Allow your swimmer plenty of opportunities for sensory breaks or the "choice" card. • For the anxious swimmer, try allowing the swimmer to pick 3 [...]
Click Here To Learn More: 1. Familiarize your child with rescue equipment 2. Educate Family, Friends, and Neighbors - COMING SOON 3. Work to establish water safety rituals and routines - COMING SOON
Familiarize Your Child With Common Rescue Equipment Drowning is the leading cause of death for children with Autism. Unfortunately, part of the reason for an unsuccessful save for a child with autism comes from one of the roadblocks that we've identified in our training program: "I CAN'T TOUCH THAT". This roadblock can [...]
Swim Angelfish swimming lessons go far beyond getting children with special needs comfortable in the water. While learning to swim and interact with water is the evident part of swimming lessons, the benefits of swimming for special needs children transcend the pool. Below are some of the many ways swimming has a positive impact on [...]
Our occupational therapy is designed to help children with special needs develop everyday skills. What is their occupation? Playing, learning, eating, socially interacting, brushing their teeth—all these things are important for children to learn. With occupational therapy, we help your child reach their highest potential by teaching them how to participate in normal activities most [...]
Increasing the strength of your core and respiratory muscles can make you healthier this winter! https://youtu.be/zwB4PMaGaNI Learn more about our Adaptive Swim Programs today!
Recreational therapy is rising to become one of the most popular and effective methods of assisting both children and adults who have special needs, whether mental or physical. This type of therapy can include activities such as art, sports, music, swimming, activities, and more. Recreational therapy makes improving fun while addressing the physical, social, cognitive, [...]
