Sensory Friendly Swimming Course

Learn to Offer Sensory-Friendly Swim Times and Sensory-Friendly Swimming Lessons

This course empowers swimming instructors and facilities!

Learn to create sensory-friendly swimming pools and lessons.

Ensure that individuals with sensory sensitivities or disabilities can fully enjoy and benefit from aquatic activities.

Get all the courses and resources you need with All Access Training.

Enroll in Our Swimming Course with All Access Training

Boost Patronage and Build a Reputation for Inclusivity and Accessibility

Open Your Pool to More: 1 in 3 Experience Sensory Sensitivities

Did you know up to 33% of swimmers may face sensory sensitivities or overload? Traditional pools can be overwhelming with bright lights, loud sounds, strong smells, and busy surroundings.

Ensure the safety and enjoyment of all by learning strategies to adapt your facilities and programs, making them more welcoming and inclusive for everyone

Swimming should be enjoyable and accessible for all, but sensory overload can make it a challenge

Go Beyond Awareness: Dive into Sensory-Friendly Solutions

Swimming should be enjoyable and accessible for all, but sensory overload can make it challenging.

Take our Sensory-Friendly Swimming Course to create a more inclusive environment. Gain the knowledge and tools to implement sensory-friendly programs that enhance the experience for every swimmer

Sensory-Friendly Swimming Course Overview

Duration

Less than 3 hours

Audience

Anyone who wants to discover practical strategies to make swimming lessons and facilities comfortable for all!
This includes:

Aquatic Program Managers
Swimming Facility Owners
Swim School Directors
Community Recreation Directors
YMCA/YWCA Aquatics Coordinators
Lifeguards and pool attendants
Swim instructors
Camp staff

Learn to implement swimming programs for all sensory needs and include people with disabilities.

What's in the Course?

Gain comprehensive strategies to create a sensory-friendly aquatic environment:

Lesson 1: Understanding Sensory Friendly Swimming
Lesson 2: Sensory Overload and Swimming
Lesson 3: Strategies for Sensory Swimming
Lesson 4: Implementation of Sensory Friendly Practices
Lesson 5: Marketing and Community Engagement
Lesson 6: Taking Action

Our Sensory Friendly Swimming Course is included in All Access Training.

Sensory-Friendly Swimming Course Details

Why take our Sensory- Friendly Swimming course?

Are you looking to:

Recognize common barriers to swimming for individuals with developmental disabilities?
Learn strategies to prepare swimmers with sensory sensitivities
Identify and implement sensory-friendly adjustments in swimming environments.
Implement post-swimming engagement strategies to reinforce positive experiences?

Sensory Friendly Swimming is the course for you!

Create a Calm & Inclusive Pool and Lessons for Everyone

Who is this course for?

Swim Instructors: Adapt teaching methods for those with sensory sensitivities.
Recreation Managers and Staff: Enhance your programs to serve a broader range of participants.
Swimming and Community Centre Directors, Coordinators and Staff: Adapt facilities for more inclusive and comfortable swimming experiences.

Here’s why this course is for you:

You’ve probably encountered someone who has sensory sensitiviies. You might have experienced sensory sensitivity yourself.

This course will guide you through the process of making swimming lessons and facilities sensory-friendly, ensuring a positive and enjoyable experience for all participants.

What You’ll Learn:

Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of sensory-friendly practices in swimming
Identify and implement sensory-friendly adjustments in swimming environments
Recognize common barriers to swimming for individuals with developmental disabilities
Learn strategies to prepare swimmers with sensory sensitivities
Apply effective interaction techniques during swimming lessons
Implement post-swimming engagement strategies to reinforce positive experiences
Use feedback and collaboration to continuously improve sensory-friendly practices

Lesson 1: Understanding Sensory-Friendly Swimming

Introduction to sensory-friendly swimming
DEI benefits for facilities and staff
Facility capability

Lesson 2: Sensory Overload and Swimming

Understanding sensory overload in swimming
Adapting swimming for all eight senses

Lesson 3: Strategies for Sensory Swimming

Key features of sensory-friendly swimming
Creating a visual schedule
Adapted swimming lessons
Additional teaching strategies

Lesson 4: Implementation of Sensory-Friendly Practices

Preparing your facility for sensory-friendly swimming
Staff training
Sensory-friendly swimming products

Lesson 5: Marketing and Community Engagement

Sharing your sensory-friendly programs
Gathering feedback and continuous improvement

Lesson 6: Taking Action

Steps to begin

Course Features:

Expert Guidance: Learn from Christel Seeberger, Founder and CEO of Sensory Friendly Solutions, with over 30 years of experience in healthcare and sensory accessibility.
Self-Paced Learning: Complete the course at your own pace, with videos and downloadable transcripts to support your learning journey.
Interactive Quizzes: Test your knowledge with quizzes at the end of the course to earn your certificate of completion.
Supportive Community: Access our dedicated support team for any questions or technical assistance.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI):

At Sensory Friendly Solutions, we believe in the power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Sensory Friendly 101 aligns with our commitment to creating inclusive environments for everyone.

Diversity: Embrace the unique sensory experiences and needs of individuals from all backgrounds. Recognize that sensory sensitivities can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or ability.
Equity: Ensure that everyone has equal access to sensory-friendly environments. Understand the barriers that people with sensory sensitivities face and take actionable steps to remove them.
Inclusion: Create spaces where everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Foster a culture of empathy and understanding, where sensory-friendly practices are standard.

By integrating DEI principles into your sensory-friendly efforts, you can create more inclusive, supportive, and welcoming environments for all individuals.

Why All Access Training?

Unlock a world of learning and development with our all-access membership! Here’s why it’s the smarter choice for your educational journey:

Dive Deeper: Explore a vast library of courses on a variety of topics. No more limitations – find exactly what interests you and delve into new skills or expand your existing knowledge base.
Unmatched Value: For one, low annual fee, access all our courses. This is a cost-effective way to learn as much as you want, compared to purchasing individual courses.
Stay on the Cutting Edge: Our course library is constantly updated with fresh content and the latest trends. Stay ahead of the curve and ensure you have the most relevant skills for your personal or professional goals.
Flexibility at Your Fingertips: Learn at your own pace, whenever and wherever it suits you. Our on-demand courses allow you to revisit modules or focus on specific areas you need to brush up on.
Go Beyond the Basics: All-access members gain exclusive access to premium content and additional resources, materials not available with standard course enrollment.

In short, an all-access membership is your gateway to continuous learning and growth. Invest in yourself and unlock your full potential!

With the Sensory Friendly Solutions Training Membership you can:

Follow topics from an established curriculum.
Complete courses that count toward professional development credits.
Get access to online training 24/7 and proceed at your own pace.
Monitor progress as you complete topics, lessons and quizzes.
Receive a training certificate when you complete each course.

Benefits of Our Sensory-Friendly Training:

Appeal to a wider client/customer base.
Create a comfortable environment for your team, too!
Reduce barriers and increase accessibility.
Attract an underserved market.
Stand apart from your competition.
Make inclusion part of your business.
Generate goodwill and positive earned media.
Be a business that does good in the world.

Join the Businesses and Organizations Who Trust Us

Try our Training Membership Risk-Free!

At Sensory Friendly Solutions, we’re passionate about empowering you to create inclusive spaces. That’s why I want you to feel confident when enrolling in our membership or buying a single course.

We offer a 14-day satisfaction guarantee. If you complete a course in our online, on-demand training, receive your certificate of completion , and within 14 days of purchase, decide it’s not the right fit for you, simply contact us to let us know. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to me and the team, as it helps us continuously improve the program to better serve our community.

Once we receive your feedback, we’ll process a full refund within 14 days.

Please note: Our training programs are designed for educational and informational purposes only.

We’re here to support you on your sensory-friendly journey, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Sincerely,

Christel Seeberger, Founder and CEO

Frequently Asked Questions

General

Who is this training for? Anyone who wants to create inclusive events, locations or experiences.
What format is the training offered in? Courses and resources are online, completed at your own pace.
How long does the training take to complete? Each stand-alone course is designed to be 2 hours or less.
Do I need any prior knowledge to participate? Not at all! That’s why our Sensory-Friendly 101 Course is included to teach you the basics.
Is there ongoing support available after completing the training? Many learners go on to complete our certification program for their business or organization. We also have many free resources like blogs, a podcast and free downloads.

Membership Benefits

Are there different membership tiers offered? No, for one low price you get access to everything!
What’s included in each membership level? All Courses and Bonus materials, any new courses during your membership and any updates to existing content.
Is there a minimum commitment for membership? You get access for 12 months (and thereafter you can renew).
How long does my membership access last? 12 months (and then you can renew).
How does renewal work? Your membership will automatically renew so you don’t miss a thing, using the payment used upon initial signup. You can cancel at any time.

Cost and Value

How much does the training cost? We currently have a special offer of $119 CAD per year. That gives you access to all courses and all resources.
How can this training help my business or organization? It will help you learn to improve customer experience, attract new clientele, fulfill social responsibility goals and foster accessibility and inclusion as part of your DEI initiatives.

Impact and Results

What are some examples of successful outcomes achieved by other organizations using your training? Read our case studies to learn from some real-life examples from our customers.

Training Access and Completion

Do I have to complete all training in one sitting? You can leave and come back to the training and continue where you left off, or even go back to the beginning.
Is this live training or self-paced? This is self-paced, recorded training. You can complete any course on your own time, online, and at your own pace.
Where do I log in? Log in to our Learning Management System (Kajabi).
Do I have to take all the courses? No, you can pick and choose based on your interests and get a certificate for each course you take.

Multiple Seats

Can I purchase multiple seats for my team?

While our learning management system manages training individually, here are three options that folks use most frequently when buying more than one seat:

Provide Giftogram prepaid cards: Giftogram allows you to distribute prepaid cards to your team, which they can use as a payment method when purchasing training. Simply load the cards with the desired amount, and your team members can complete their purchase individually using the Giftogram card.
Let employees purchase access individually and then request reimbursement.
Employers can complete the checkout process using the employee’s name and email, set up a temporary password, and allow the employee to reset it if they wish.

Use Coupon Code Group15 at checkout as a little gift from us for your group purchases!

Payment and Refunds

What is your refund policy? Once you receive a certificate for the first course you complete in the membership, if you are not happy with the training, please contact us within 14 days of purchase. Please let us know why you are unhappy with the training, so that we can make changes to improve. We want to meet your expectations! You will receive a full refund within the following 14 days. It is important to know that training is for your educational and informational purposes.
How do I cancel my membership?
1. log into your account at the top of this page,
2. click on your avatar in the top right
3. select Settings from the dropdown
4. click Billing Info in the top right
5. select the Cancel button
6. click on Cancel Subscription to confirm
7. your membership will continue until the end of the current billing cycle
How do I change my credit card information?
1. log into your account at the top of this page
2. click on your avatar in the top right
3. select Settings from the dropdown
4. click Billing Info at top right
5. Click Update next to the current credit card
6. enter your new card information
7. click Update Card

International Purchases

Will my credit card work if it isn’t Canadian? Yes. Your invoice will be in Canadian dollars (CAD). Your credit card processor automatically converts your purchase into your local currency at its exchange rate.
What is the exchange rate outside of Canada? Your credit card company or issuer has the most current information. For an approximate value, search online for “exchange rates” to find a conversion tool for examples.

Payment Methods

Which payment methods are available? Payment methods available are: Apple Pay, Google Pay, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express. (Klarna and AfterPay are only available for one-time purchases and not for memberships.) See image below.

Course Certificates

Will I receive a certificate of completion? Yes! Once you complete and pass the quiz(zes) for each course, you’ll get a digital certificate to print and share.

Additional Support

What do I do if I have more questions? Please contact us if you have any questions or need assistance.

Technical Questions

I am having trouble accessing my course, what do I do? Follow these steps:

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Disable VPNs: Virtual Private Networks can sometimes cause issues. Try accessing the training without a VPN.
Clear Your Cache: Old browser data might be causing problems. Clear your cache and try again.
Switch Browsers: If none of the above work, try a different browser.

Mobile

Does your Learning Management System have a mobile version? Yes, you can download the Kajabi Mobile App.

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