Neurodiverse Swimmers
Inclusive Aquatics
Port Hedland Leisure is committed to making fitness and wellbeing accessible for everyone – both in the gym and the pool.
Alarmingly, current findings indicate that the risk of drowning among individuals on the autism spectrum is 160 times greater than that of the general population, however providing neurodiverse swimmers with the support they need can be a challenge.
Our Approach
| Deeper Understanding |
Our instructors receive specialised training, resources, and ongoing support to better understand the unique sensory, behavioural, and communication needs of neurodiverse swimmers |
| Individualised Learning |
We work with families to ensure that each swimmer is taught in a way that's aligned with their needs – whether that means modified instructions, quieter environments, or increased visual support |
| International Standards |
Our teaching practices are aligned with internationally recognised standards in inclusive aquatics, and we are proud to be accredited by Autism Swim, the global authority in inclusive swim education |
| Ongoing Commitment |
We stay informed on industry best practices and continuously improve our programs to ensure they remain supportive, inclusive, and impactful |
Learn More
We welcome enquiries from parents, carers, and support professionals who would like to learn more about our programs.
Give us a call on (08) 9158 9772 or send an email to swimschool@porthedland.wa.gov.au to discuss how we can support your swimmer’s journey.
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