Can Do Aquatics

One-on-One Specialist Aquatic Instruction

At Can Do Aquatics, I provide dedicated, one-on-one aquatic instruction for children of all ages and abilities. My focus is on creating a supportive and practical learning environment, especially for children who may find group lessons challenging—including those with autism, ADHD, sensory sensitivities, and other neurodiverse ways of learning.

What Makes This Approach Different:

🌊 Truly Individualised – Every session is designed around your child’s unique abilities, interests, and comfort level. We move at their pace, always.

🤝 Fully Supported & Personal – With just the two of us in the water, your child receives my complete attention. This allows me to respond in the moment, whether that means taking a sensory break, trying a new skill, or simply building trust.

🏊 A Calm, Controlled Setting – All sessions are held in a quiet, indoor, heated ozone pool. This intentionally low-sensory environment helps reduce anxiety and overstimulation, making it easier for your child to engage and learn.

🧩 Informed by Neurodiversity – As a qualified Autism Swim Instructor with over a decade of specialised experience, I use sensory-aware techniques and flexible teaching methods that respect how your child perceives and interacts with the world.

✅ NDIS Funding Support Available – Many families successfully use their NDIS plans to access this specialised instruction. It aligns with goals around skill-building, safety, and community participation. I can help you navigate the process.

What We Work Toward:

Essential Water Safety & Drowning Prevention Skills
Building Confidence and Comfort in the Water
Developing Foundational Aquatic Competence
Improving Motor Skills and Coordination
Fostering a Positive, Joyful Relationship with Swimming

Aqua Playgroup

Aqua Playgroup is a fun and supportive introduction to the water for babies and young children (including neurodivergent children up to 5 years of age) with a parent or caregiver joining them in the pool. These sessions are designed to build early water confidence, encourage bonding, and help little ones feel safe and happy in the water.

What makes Aqua Playgroup special:

🌊 Gentle Introduction – Songs, games, and playful activities make the water a fun and positive place to be.
👶 Parent Involvement – Caregivers are in the pool, supporting and bonding with their child throughout the session.
🏊 Warm, Safe Pool – Classes are held in a quiet, indoor, heated ozone pool, perfect for babies and toddlers. Only class in at this time.
🤝 Small, Calm Groups – Sessions are run in small groups to keep the environment supportive and relaxed.
🧩 Inclusive Approach – Specifically designed to welcome children of all abilities, including those with additional needs and neurodivergence (up to 5 years).

Session Goals:

Building trust and comfort in the water
Developing basic water awareness and safety
Strengthening parent-child connection
Encouraging gentle social interaction
Laying the foundations for future swimming skills

💦 More Than Just Play: The Secret Science Behind Fun Week!

If you’ve taken a look at the video on this page, you’ll see a lot of splashing, a ton of smiles, and some seriously high-energy games. Last week was Fun Week, and while the children thought they were just having an absolute blast, every single activity was intentionally designed as purposeful water therapy.

When I design these sessions, my goal is to blend joy with development. By using creative toys, visuals, and specialized equipment, I sneak essential therapeutic movements into games so the children learn, grow, and build strength without even realizing they are working!

🧠 What We Played (And What They Secretly Learned!)

Every game during Fun Week target specific developmental, fine motor, and gross motor skills:

Fine Motor Coordination: Using tongs to rescue smiley men and squeezing pegs onto a line might look simple, but it builds the exact hand strength, grip, and finger dexterity needed for writing, cutting, and daily tasks.
Gross Motor Strength & Balance: Standing on a kickboard for some "kickboard surfing" or lifting the big toy dumbbells builds incredible core stability, leg strength, and body awareness.
Hand-Eye Coordination & Spatial Awareness: Shooting hoops, tossing cones, throwing sticky balls, and shooting robots require focus, timing, and upper-body control.
Water Confidence & Breath Control: Venturing into the dark "cave" under the big mat or diving down to pick up rings helps children conquer fears, practice breath control, and navigate changing sensory environments comfortably.
Problem Solving & Cognitive Skills: Catching toy fish with nets or a toy shark turns tracking and reaching into an exciting game of focus and determination.

🏆 Unlocking New Skills Through Laughter

The pool is the ultimate environment for therapy. The water provides gentle resistance to build muscle, buoyancy to support balance, and a safe space to try new things.

Fun Week was filled with endless laughter, but most importantly, I watched so many of my students walk away with brand-new skills unlocked and a massive boost in confidence.

Take a look at the video to see the hard work and happy smiles in action!Want to know more about how I tailor one-on-one sessions to your child's specific developmental goals? Feel free to reach out!

Location

Lot 15 Southport Trade Centre

Jackman Street, Southport QLD

Contact

brith@candoaquatics.com

0416 218 884

Reviews

Andrea Thomas

Brith has been amazing for our 5 year old son with autism. We tried numerous different swim schools and this is the first time we’ve made progress. She’s very patient with him and understands his needs

Earl Arlene

Brith from Can Do Aquatics has been amazing for our daughter. She has been so patient working on great swimming skills with her, and our daughter is thriving and gaining more water confidence with each visit!

Claire Bush

Brith is a very kind and patient lady who is really helping our toddler to overcome his fear of water and learning to swim. Her ability to be able to adapt the program to the individual has been really beneficial in helping him

Madeleine Mercer

Brith is such a kind, patient, understanding swim teacher. She always goes above and beyond for my boy (whom does require a significant amount of assistance).

Marc Jordan

We have just wrapped up another amazing year with Brith. This year especially my daughter has come so far and gained so much confidence! Brith is patient, kind, fun and so understanding and supportive. She adapts to all the children's individual needs and goes above and beyond in all aspects. She is such a valuable part of our daughters life journey. If we could give 10 stars we would!

Daphne Roy

Brith is a brilliant swimming instructor 🌊 She's incredibly patient, warm, and encouraging, making even the most nervous little ones feel safe and excited about the water. Her classes are always fun, positive, and full of smiles. Brith has a real gift for teaching children – we can't recommend her enough! 💙"