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Swimming - Additional Support Needs

Swimming opportunities for children, young people, and families who need additional support, including ASN lessons, one-to-one support, and relaxed family sessions.

Providing safe spaces

Aquatics Aberdeen provides a comprehensive range of opportunities across the city for individuals with additional support needs (ASN) and their families. These include swimming lessons and relaxed family sessions, offering a quiet, safe environment with adapted equipment, available at an affordable price.

Please note: once you have completed the application form, you will be added to our waiting list for classes, and we will be in touch with you once we are able to offer a space.

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ASN Swimming – Activities

Preschool ASN
For children up to the age of 5, including a parent in the water.

Parent and ASN (PASN)
The starting point for school-aged children. These classes include a parent in the water, helping children develop confidence and swimming skills. Parents work alongside teaching staff to support their child and help shape an appropriate learning programme. On completion, participants can progress to ASN 1 with improved confidence and basic swimming skills.

ASN Swimming Lessons
A structured programme of swimming lessons for children and young people with additional support needs, delivered across a range of ability levels.

Adult ASN Beginner Swimming Lessons
The starting point for adults with additional support needs, aged 16 and over. On completion, participants will progress through our adult ASN pathway.

One-to-One Swimming Lessons
Individual 30-minute swimming lessons delivered by a swimming teacher, supporting participants to develop skills and confidence with the aim of progressing towards mainstream participation where appropriate. Lessons are booked in blocks of six weeks. Some instructors have specialist experience in ASN swimming instruction; however, availability of ASN-trained teachers may vary.

Rookie Rescue Skills
Weekly classes at Tullos Swimming Pool for children, young people and adults with additional support needs who are competent swimmers. Participants build confidence in and around water while learning basic lifesaving and water safety skills through a mixture of pool-based and dry-side activities. Classes cover Bronze, Silver and Gold Rookie Rescue levels.

Autism Friendly Sessions
Bookable sessions for families with a child with autism. A swimming teacher is available throughout to provide support, advice and guidance in a relaxed environment. Parents or carers support their child in the water during the session. Maximum capacity is 14 participants.

Apply for ASN Swimming Lessons

Please note: once you have completed the application form, you will be added to our waiting list for classes, and we will be in touch with you once we are able to offer a space.

Swimming Activities

To apply for ASN swimming lessons, please complete the application form below.

Once you have completed the form, you will be added to our waiting list. A member of the team will be in touch once we are able to offer a suitable space.

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