Rise Above Aquatics

Every Lesson Is Built for Success

At Rise Above Aquatics, we understand that every swimmer experiences the water differently. With our adaptive program many autistic children, success starts with feeling safe, regulated, understood, and in control.

Our instructors support each swimmer by using:

- Predictable routines so they know what to expect
- Visual and verbal cues to make directions easier to understand
- Extra transition time between activities
- Sensory-aware teaching for sound, touch, movement, lighting, and water
- Choices whenever possible to encourage communication and participation
- Repetition and consistency to build confidence
- Individual goals instead of expecting every swimmer to progress the same way
- Breaks and calming strategies when a swimmer becomes overwhelmed
- Favourite toys, interests, and activities to build trust and motivation
- One-on-one support so instructors can adjust the lesson in the moment

Sometimes success is putting a face in the water.
Sometimes it is safely entering the pool.
Sometimes it is communicating “all done.”
And sometimes it is swimming independently for the very first time.

We celebrate every step.

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Trust comes before the skill.

For some children, feeling comfortable in the water takes time. We begin by building a connection, following their interests, and creating positive experiences at their own pace.

Through play, encouragement, and gentle support, small moments begin to turn into confidence, independence, and important water-safety skills.

At Rise Above Aquatics, we never force progress. We meet every child where they are and celebrate each step forward no matter how small.

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New Fall Hours & More Instructors!

Registration is now open for fall swim lessons. With expanded hours and our growing team of fantastic instructors, we have more options to fit your family’s schedule.

Our personalized, one-on-one lessons help swimmers of all abilities build confidence, improve water safety and reach their individual goals.

August newsletter !!!

Our instructor Kasey has opened up a couple of time slots at The Eastlink Centre, these are first come first serve.

Kasey at The Eastlink Centre
Mondays starting July 27
9:00am
9:30am

Wednesdays starting July 29
9:00am
9:30am

TO BOOK, please email us at [email protected]

Here is an update on our Summer availability for July and August only.

Ariel at The Holiday Inn
Fridays starting July 31
1:00pm to 2:30pm and 6:00pm

Sydney M at The Holiday Inn
Tuesdays starting July 28 (she will open up Wed and Thur as well if there is enough interest)
3:00pm
4:30pm
5:00pm

TO BOOK, please email us at [email protected]

We have the following openings available for July and August only.

Ariel at The Holiday Inn
Fridays starting July 31
1:00pm to 2:30pm and 6:00pm

Sydney M at The Holiday Inn
Tuesdays starting July 28 (she will open up Wed and Thur as well if there is enough interest)
2:30pm to 6:30pm

TO BOOK, please email us at [email protected]

Please Take Extra Time and Drive Safe

With the combination of smoke and fog, visibility may be reduced on the roads today. Please allow yourself extra travel time, slow down, turn on your headlights, and leave plenty of space between vehicles.
Your safety and the safety of others comes first.
Please drive carefully! 💜