ASAP (Adaptive Swimming Aquatic Program)
Our Adaptive Swim Program offers a supportive open swim environment for youth who are neurodivergent and/or disabled. Held in our Warm Water Pool, this program is led by caring instructors who are there to assist, encourage, and empower each participant.
Program Goal: To provide children with safe, supported access to the water—creating opportunities to build confidence, enjoy the pool, and learn essential water safety skills in a setting tailored to their individual needs.
The Environment of the Warm Water Pool
- Quiet and closed to other YMCA members
- Limited number of participants
- Pool heated up to 91 degrees
- NO whistles: Our staff uses alternative methods to communicate.
- Toys: Noodles, Kickboards, Squeeze toys, Diving Ring, Etc.
- 2 Lifeguards, 1 Deck Supervisor on deck.
- 2 aquatic staff will be in the pool to help facilitate Safety & water skills
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00-7:15 PM |
| SUNDAY | 10:40-11:55 AM |
Pricing Per Month for 1x per Week)
| WMY Member | $80/month |
| Community Member | $95/month |
Safety & Participant Requirements:
- Max 10 individuals (Adult 1:1 Ratio not included in the max)
- Ages 3-17 years old
- All participants must have a parent/guardian (18+) in the pool within arm's reach, at all times.
- If the individual is not potty trained, they must wear a swim diaper
- All participants must wear a bathing suit
