Private, one-on-one survival swim lessons in your own pool, at your swimmer’s pace, led by founder Cortney Berry and cofounder Anson Ainsworth.
Every swimmer learns differently. For children, teens and adults with autism (ASD), ADHD, Down syndrome or cerebral palsy, a new face each week can make the water feel harder. At Safe Swimming School, you get experienced, consistent instruction in a familiar place. Lessons start with safety skills, then strokes: roll to back, float and rest, and swim to the wall.
Call 561-236-8260 · Lessons 8 AM to 7 PM
Why families choose Safe Swimming School
- Led by our founders. Founder Cortney Berry, with 20 years of experience, and cofounder Anson Ainsworth, with 18 years of experience, teach and lead our instructors. You know who’s in the water with your child.
- A consistent instructor. We try to keep the same instructor with each student from lesson to lesson. If your instructor is unavailable, we’ll offer a substitute or a reschedule.
- Your own pool. Lessons happen at your home or community pool, where the setting is already familiar, without crowds or travel.
- Truly one-on-one. Every minute is focused on your swimmer.
- At your swimmer’s pace. We move forward when your swimmer is ready, not on a calendar.
- Experience you can ask about directly. Before the first lesson, you can talk with us about your child’s needs and who will teach them.
What lessons can look like
Every plan is individual. Depending on your swimmer, lessons may include:
- Getting comfortable with the water, including a wet face and bubbles
- Calm breathing and staying relaxed
- Rolling to the back float, a position where they can rest and breathe
- Building toward independent swimming skills, step by step
- Lessons structured around your swimmer’s specific needs. For example, we may adjust the pace, the routine or how often we take breaks
Parents are welcome to watch and are encouraged to share what works for their swimmer at home.
About our founders
Safe Swimming School was founded by Cortney Berry, who also teaches and has 20 years of experience. Anson Ainsworth is our cofounder. He has taught swimming for 18 years and has hands-on experience teaching swimmers with autism (ASD), ADHD, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy. We structure every lesson around the individual student’s needs.
Lesson packages
| Package | Price |
|---|---|
| 8 lessons | $520 |
| 12 lessons | $720 |
| 20 lessons | $1,100 |
Annual registration fee: $35 for one swimmer, $50 for two siblings, and $60 for a family with three or more swimmers. See Swim Lesson Pricing.
Where lessons happen
Lessons are available across Palm Beach County, including West Palm Beach and surrounding areas. Pages for Wellington and Royal Palm Beach are examples, not a limit. See all locations.
FAQ
Do you work with children who have autism, ADHD, Down syndrome or cerebral palsy?
Yes. Our cofounder, Anson Ainsworth, has hands-on experience teaching swimmers with autism (ASD), ADHD, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy. Every lesson is one-on-one and adjusted to the swimmer, and we’ll talk about your child’s needs before the first lesson.
Where do lessons take place?
In your own pool, at home or in your community/HOA pool.
Who will teach my child?
One of our instructors, led by founder Cortney Berry and cofounder Anson Ainsworth. We try to keep the same instructor for your child every time. If that instructor is unavailable, we’ll offer a substitute or a reschedule.
How long until my child can swim?
It depends on the swimmer. We don’t promise results in a set number of days. Skills that hold up take repetition, and we build them at your swimmer’s pace.
Do lessons replace supervision?
These skills are one layer of protection. Nothing replaces adult supervision and pool barriers.
Can adults or teens take adaptive lessons?
Yes. Adaptive lessons are available for teens and adults as well as children.
What should I tell you before the first lesson?
Anything that helps: communication preferences, triggers, comfort items, medical considerations, and what has or hasn’t worked before.
How much do lessons cost?
8 lessons for $520, 12 for $720, or 20 for $1,100, plus annual registration of $35 for one swimmer, $50 for two siblings, and $60 for a family with three or more swimmers.
How do I get started?
Call or text 561-236-8260 between 8 AM and 7 PM.
Ready to talk about your swimmer?
Call or text us at 561-236-8260 (8 AM to 7 PM).