Attending a Swim Lesson - Social Story

A person swimming in a pool.

There are things I can do to prepare for my swim lesson.

A boy in swim trunks and a pair of goggles.

I should try on my swimsuit and goggles to make sure they fit and are comfortable.

A boy swimming in water with a swim cap on.

Swimming is fun and helps me learn and exercise.

A swim instructor teaching a young girl to swim.

My lesson may be just me or with a small group.

A swim instructor teaching a young boy to swim. He is saying

The instructor may need to touch me to help me learn.

A thermometer with a sun and snowflake next to it to show different temperatures. There is also a swimming pool with a pool float in it.

The water may be warm or cold.

A lifeguard blowing a whistle at five kids swimming and splashing in a pool.

I may hear splashing, whistles, echoes, or people talking.

A swimming instructor helping a young girl swim while using a kick board.

The instructor may ask me to sit, get in the water, blow bubbles, kick, float, or swim.

A red pool noodle and a yellow kick board.

I may use things to help me learn such as a noodle or kick board.

A swimming instructor teaching seven kids to swim. They are all wearing swim caps, some have goggles on, too.

I will stay with my instructor during the lesson.

A swimming instructor and a young girl in a pool. They are both excited and have one arm in the air.

My instructor will help me if I need it. I can ask the instructor questions.

A boy wearing a swim cap and goggles. He is coming out of the water with both of his hands in the air.

I will try my best. It takes practice and time to learn.

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This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.