All-Inclusive Aquatics LLC

10/18/2026

We adjust our teaching styles for the learning style of each and every swimmer. It's important to us that everyone in our program feels understood, respected, and like the valued participant in their learning that they are. Why? Because a happy, focused swimmer, is a safe swimmer! ✨
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ADHD is a neurodevelopmental difference that affects someone’s ability to process information. It can look like inattention (struggling to stay on task), hyperactivity (constantly being on the move), and/or impulsiveness (interrupting, struggling to wait their turn).

As a neurodivergent affirming program, our support is constantly adapted to the person whose ADHD profile manifests as…

-Inattention by giving options of swim skills to practice, so they can have a part in the planning process and stay motivated to learn.
-Hyperactivity by giving constant movement; racing their instructor, jumping in, or bobbing underwater between swim skills so they let out their wiggles and can control their bodies better.
-Impulsiveness by using a visual schedule with a structured routine of doing a skill 3 times before having a 30 second sensory break so they have a constant reminder of the expectations and know exactly what comes next.

This October, we encourage you to recognize that ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, but it DOES NOT mean an individual is intentionally ‘difficult’ or unable to learn. It means they process things differently and are just as capable of learning as anyone else! 🙂

10/14/2026

View our winter swim schedule!

**Registration dates and instructor hours are pending on when our instructors get their school schedules for the spring semester. A majority of them are in graduate school with required volunteer and internship hours. While we understand waiting to register is not ideal, it will allow us to better support the consistency of a routine for our swimmers by decreasing the number of days we must reschedule lessons.**

View our winter 2027 schedule for adaptive swim lessons!

10/12/2026

Let's hear everyone’s thoughts...who do we think had the most fun at the adaptive swim meet? Swimmers, instructors, volunteers, or families? 😉

10/10/2026

Spoiler alert: Aquatic therapy is NOT the
same as swim lessons. 👀 If you think they are the same, don’t worry- you are not the only one who gets confused! 😉

We recently hosted Anna from UNMC College of Allied Health Professions’s OT program for 4 weeks as she assisted our OT with aquatic therapy sessions and adaptive swim lessons. When asked about how her time at AIA changed her previous idea of aquatic therapy vs. swimming she answered…

“Before starting this experience, I thought aquatic therapy was mainly focused on teaching swim skills and improving physical abilities. While those are definitely important things to learn, I was surprised by how many skills can be addressed while in the pool. I observed children working on communication, making choices, social interaction skills, problem-solving, and self-advocacy during swim activities. It was interesting to see how the aquatic environment can be used to target so many developmental and functional goals while still being fun and motivating for the children.

I saw many principles of OT incorporated into swim lessons! Swimming lessons targeted skills like bilateral coordination, visual scanning, motor planning, communication, and social participation. I also observed children being presented with opportunities for choices and advocating for themselves, which promoted independence and confidence. The swim skills were individualized and constantly adapted based on each child’s needs, which reminded me of the client-centered and occupation-based approach that is central to OT.”

10/09/2026

For our kids with high support needs…if you haven’t heard of the Violet hour foundation yet, we highly recommend!! 💜

Only 5 spots left! Sensory Sports Camp is for all needs!!!

10/09/2026

Autism Surf Day 🏄‍♂️❤️ Audrey and Millie got to experience the Nautique Boats G23 Paragon on Lake Manawa! It was a day all for them!

10/09/2026

Inclusive wake surfing round 4! 🤙🏼 Thank you to Cole and the rest of the Fort Wake LLC team for their help getting these girls on the lake!

These sisters LOVE the water and adventure! They prepped by reviewing our social narrative and watching videos of Cole wake surfing. (Fun fact, Cole is a professional wake surfer that has gotten first place for a national wakesurfing competition... We are truly in the midst of greatness here!)

When the boat got moving, little sister was all about watching the bubbles and waves. She wasn't ready to try wakesurfing so we didn't pressure her because that's what inclusion is about! Giving someone access in a way that makes them feel comfortable.

Older sister on the other hand was PUMPED to try wakesurfing. Then she got up and was less sure of herself because no amount of preteaching can prepare you for the overstimulation of wind in your face, water splashing you at random, and your body experiencing new movement patterns. We took a step back.

The girls showed their new rubber ducks how to be safe on a boat while cheering on Cole and the rest of the Fort Wake team as they did the wakesurfing. They looked around the lake to spy as many fish and seagulls as they could. They even got to drive the boat!

After drying off and enjoying the boat ride, Millie expressed she was ready to try again. And what happened was beautiful. The hesitance we saw the first attempt at wakesurfing was gone. She found JOY in a new experience and PRIDE in herself for overcoming and working through uncomfortable sensations!

We are so thankful for our partnerships with community organizations that value true inclusion. Where every decision is made to support the participants. Not a one size fits all programming, but the kind where we ask the most important questions; what do you want out of this experience and how can we create an environment where you feel supported?

10/08/2026

If you’re looking to support our program, we have an Amazon wishlist and today is the last day of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. We would be so incredibly grateful if anyone is able to donate something or even share the wishlist below! 🫶🏻

10/06/2026

✨Swimmer Spotlight✨Meet Franklin!

He is a 6 year-old boy with autism and the sweetest heart! He’s eager to learn how to swim, but doesn’t feel confident lying down in a pool when he isn’t in the splash pad.

Ms. Lilli says, “Franklin started by building confidence in the zero-depth entry, learning to do kicks on the wall, and sitting on the steps of the lap pool. With Franklin, it’s important to let him be silly, and explore new things at his own pace. During lessons he chooses if he wants to throw dice and count how many seconds we’ll float for, swim to letters and spell words, or do puzzles.

Giving Franklin options of preferred activities make his lessons meaningful and motivating so he can relax to try new things. He is now able to float in a supported horizontal position while kicking his feet, do a back float with his ears in the water, and get his face wet!

He’s always so proud of himself when he does a new skill and I love seeing his confidence grow. This month, Franklin has decided to work towards a new goal- swimming independently with a float belt!!”

Franklin’s excitement is contagious and we love seeing how happy he is doing things that made him nervous only a few months ago. Just keep swimming, Franklin! 🐠

10/04/2026

If you're looking for somewhere to take your loved one to trick or treat without judgement, we've got you covered! 🎃👻

Saturday, October 10th 10 am to 12 pm Bloomwell ABA Trick or Treat (indoor + outdoor)

Saturday, October 10th 2 pm to 5 pm Mindcolor ABA Trick or Treat (indoor)

Sunday October 11th 1 pm to 3 pm Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day/Trick or Treat (indoor)

Thursday, October 15th 5 pm to 7 pm Spectra ABA Trunk or Treat (outdoor)

Friday, October 16th 5 pm to 7 pm We Rock the Spectrum Trunk or Treat (outdoor)

Sunday, October 18th 1 pm to 3 pm MMI Trick or Treat (indoor)

Friday, October 23rd 6:30 to 7:30 pm DSA Trunk or Treat (outdoor)

Thursday, October 29th 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm CRCC Trick or Treat (indoor)