08/25/2026
Autism and independently swimming laps! 🏊♂️
I’ve had this amazing boy since he was around 3 years old. One of our biggest goals was for him to eventually work independently, stay engaged, listen, and complete his swimming throughout the lesson.
And now it’s happening!
We’re currently working on correcting his legs for freestyle, and something clicked for me because of what he showed me. That’s why I always say: my students are my teachers, and I am their mentor. Sometimes they show me the solution—I just have to pay attention.
He has developed a great breaststroke in his own way, and now we’re putting together the proper arms and kicks for freestyle. Next goal: side breathing!
His dolphin kick for butterfly is already really strong, and he can get his arms out of the water. The timing isn’t quite there yet, but that’s okay. We work at his pace, not mine. He’ll get there.
Patience, consistency, and understanding the individual child are everything.
Thank you to his parents for trusting me and allowing me to teach him in the way that works best for him. That trust over the years means so much.
At JustSwimIn, this is bigger than swimming lessons. Our membership is about building a community where swimmers and families can grow with us long-term. We’re not rushing milestones—we’re building skills, confidence, independence, and a lifelong relationship with the water. 💙🏊♂️
Every swimmer has their own pace. Our job is to help them discover what they’re capable of.
