Swim program for students with ASD

The YMCA Swim Program for Children with ASD is looking for new students!

Here's how the program works:

1. Interested parents contact the Enid YMCA at 580-237-4645 and set up an appointment with Kathi Black or Kim Haley. This is a great time for parents to arrange to observe a current class.

2. Together they determine the individual needs of the child (what supports the child will need, how their autism is presenting itself and how that impacts their ability to enjoy the water, and what goals the family has for their child & swimming).

3. The family selects a class time (Classes are 30 minutes long and are scheduled on Tuesday & Thursday evenings at 5:45; 6:15; 6:45; and 7:15 p.m.)

Students can be any age and have any type of autism spectrum disorder. The program is open to both YMCA members and non-members. Cost for 8 lessons is $35 for YMCA members and $50 for non-members.

Parents who would like to talk with a family already in the swim program are welcome to contact Theresa Sharp at 977-7479.

It is a wonderful asset to our community to have swim instructors specifically trained to assist students with autism spectrum disorders. Please encourage families interested in swimming to take advantage of this program!