Our adapted swim program offers personalized one-to-one swim instruction tailored for children with developmental, musculoskeletal and neurological limitations. We understand diverse needs!

Each session is 20 minutes long and focuses on building water safety, comfort, and foundational swim skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Individualized attention: One to one instruction ensures each swimmer receives dedicated guidance based on their unique needs and abilities.

Hours: Monday – Friday 1:00 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Sessions: Sessions are managed in quarterly schedules. Each participant is assigned to a set weekly time slot that remains the same for the entire quarter, helping establish routine and consistency. 

Fees: Sessions are priced at $20 each. We accept recreational funding payments from Regional Centers and Self Determination payments. We also have scholarships available based on income. 

Whether your child is new to the water or looking to gain confidence and skills. Beyond swimming skills, our lessons emphasize water safety. 

Our swim instructors:

  • Teach children to learn to swim in a safe and positive environment. 
  • Adapt lessons to each child’s specific needs and limitations.
  • Ensure that children progress at their own pace and move on only after they’re ready for a bigger challenge
  • Personalize lessons to help children develop skills as well as conquer fear or self-doubt.
  • Red Cross Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor certified CPR/First Aid trained and have a passion for working with the children.

Rich Kempster had a special connection to Tichenor Clinic. He served on the Board of Directors of Tichenor Clinic from 2002-2004 and he is also a former patient, having received treatment for polio at the Clinic as a child. A Long Beach native, avid yachtsman, and organizer of the annual Seal Beach Roughwater Swim, Rich loved the water. We honor his memory with the Rich Kempster Swim Program and know that he would be thrilled to see our pool filled with happy children!