AGE 5-17

Foothills Aquatics Centre – Children’s Adapted Aquatics

Designed for children and teens with disabilities, Vecova’s Adapted Aquatics program develops the swimmer by focusing on the three main learning stages – comfort, buoyancy, and propulsion. With an instructor to student ratio of 1:4, the program allows for more individualised and tailored lesson plans to meet the swimmer where they are at. Instructors are trained to be able to adapt aquatic activities to the individual, considering sensory, physical, cognitive and emotional needs.

A parent, caregiver, or aide is required to be in the water with each participant during every lesson. This is to ensure water safety practices, foster an engaging learning experience and provide supervision when the instructors are working with other participants. Instructors work closely with participants and their caregivers, helping participants build confidence, develop water safety skills, and work towards greater independence while enjoying the water.

Upon registration, the participant’s family or caregiver will be emailed a questionnaire asking to share important details about the participant’s needs, learning style, and safety considerations.

This program is for children ages 5-17 located at the City of Calgary Foothills Aquatic Centre.