Q: What should my swimmer bring?

Swimmers should bring: • Swimsuit • Towel • Goggles • Swim diaper, if needed • Any preferred sensory or comfort items • A positive attitude! 🐠

Question 1

What is Fin-Tastic Aquatics?

Accepted Answer

We provide adaptive and inclusive swim instruction for children and adults, with a special focus on swimmers with disabilities and the autistic community. Our goal is to help every swimmer build water safety, confidence, independence, and swimming skills in a supportive environment.

Question 2

Who can participate?

Accepted Answer

Our program welcomes children and adults of all abilities and swimming levels.

Question 3

Do participants need to know how to swim already?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not! We work with swimmers from beginner to more advanced levels. Lessons are individualized based on each swimmer’s current abilities and goals.

Question 4

Are lessons private?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer individualized 1:1 instruction as well as semi-private and small-group options depending on swimmer needs and availability.

Question 5

How long are lessons?

Accepted Answer

Our standard lessons are 30 minutes. This allows us to provide focused instruction while taking into consideration each swimmer’s attention span, sensory needs, and energy level.

Question 6

Where are lessons held?

Accepted Answer

Lessons are currently held at an indoor pool in Freehold, NJ.

Question 7

What should my swimmer bring?

Accepted Answer

Swimmers should bring:

•⁠  ⁠Swimsuit
•⁠  ⁠Towel
•⁠  ⁠Goggles
•⁠  ⁠Swim diaper, if needed
•⁠  ⁠Any preferred sensory or comfort items
•⁠  ⁠A positive attitude! 🐠

Question 8

Do you provide swim equipment?

Accepted Answer

We provide instructional equipment as needed during lessons. If your swimmer has a preferred float, goggles, or other equipment, you’re welcome to bring it.

Question 9

What if my child has sensory needs?

Accepted Answer

That’s completely okay! We understand that every swimmer is different. We work at the swimmer’s pace and can adjust instruction, communication, transitions, and activities based on their individual needs.

Question 10

What if my child becomes overwhelmed during a lesson?

Accepted Answer

We prioritize safety and regulation over forcing a swimmer to participate. If a swimmer becomes overwhelmed, we may pause, modify the activity, take a break, or transition to a different skill.

Question 11

Do you work on water safety?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Water safety is an important part of our program. Lessons incorporate skills such as entering and exiting the pool, breath control, floating, kicking, recovering to the surface, and safe movement through the water.

Question 12

Do you work with nonverbal swimmers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We welcome swimmers who communicate in different ways. Our instructors can adapt communication and instruction to the individual swimmer.

Question 13

Do you offer every-other-week lessons?

Accepted Answer

We may be able to accommodate every-other-week schedules depending on availability. Please contact us so we can discuss available options.

Question 14

How much do lessons cost?

Accepted Answer

Our current lesson options include:

1:1 Private — $64.99 / 30 minutes
Semi-Private (up to 2 swimmers) — $54.99 / swimmer / 30 minutes
Small Group (3+ swimmers) — $44.99 / swimmer / 30 minutes

Pricing and availability are subject to change.

Question 15

Do you accept DDD funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We work with eligible families using DDD-funded services, depending on authorization and program requirements. Families should provide the necessary DDD information and service authorization details during intake.

Question 16

How does billing work?

Accepted Answer

Families are billed weekly according to their scheduled lessons and applicable program arrangements.

Question 17

What happens if we need to cancel?

Accepted Answer

Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to cancel or reschedule. Our cancellation policy will apply based on the timing of the cancellation.

Question 18

What makes Fin-Tastic different?

Accepted Answer

We believe swimming should be accessible, encouraging, and fun for everyone. 💙

Our approach focuses on the individual swimmer, rather than expecting every swimmer to learn in exactly the same way. We celebrate progress, build confidence, and create opportunities for swimmers to become more comfortable and independent in the water.

Question 19

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Ready to make a splash? 🐠🌊

Contact Fin-Tastic Aquatics to ask about availability, complete an intake, and find the right lesson option for your swimmer.

Lead Instructor: Sean Zaro
seanzaro@fin-tasticaquatics.com

Program Coordinator: Daniela Zaro
danielazaro@fin-tasticaquatics.com

We’re happy to answer your questions and help get your swimmer started on their aquatic journey! 🐟💙

@fin.tasticaquatics

Adaptive swim lessons helping children and adults of all abilities build confidence, safety & independence in the water 🏊🏼

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