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Welcome to Can Do Aquatics

Can do Aquatics

Lot 15 Southport Trade Centre

Jackman Street

Southport 4215

Mobile 041 621 8884

Email: brith@candoaquatics.com

A young girl and an adult woman are in a swimming pool, enjoying a playful moment together. The girl wears a dark swim cap, goggles, and a colorful swimsuit with sprinkles and donut patterns. The woman, who appears to be a swimming instructor or guardian, is wearing an orange long-sleeve shirt, a colorful swim cap, and a smartwatch, smiling and reaching towards the girl.
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About Brith McLaren

I am Brith McLaren, the founder and guiding instructor at Can Do Aquatics. My journey spans over 16 years in professional childcare and 15 years as a swim instructor—but my true calling found its focus in the last decade, specialising as an Autism Swim Instructor.

My work is built on a simple belief: every child deserves to feel safe, confident, and empowered in the water—especially those who may find group lessons overwhelming, overstimulating, or simply not suited to how they learn best.

That’s why I work exclusively one-on-one, designing every session around the individual child—their pace, their interests, their sensory needs, and their unique strengths. Whether we’re building foundational water safety, developing swimming skills, or simply nurturing a sense of calm and trust in the pool, your child’s comfort and progress always come first.

I teach in a quiet, indoor, heated ozone pool—a intentionally calm and sensory-friendly environment that removes the noise, crowds, and chemical smells of public pools. Here, learning happens in a space of focus and reassurance.

With ongoing training as an Allied Health Assistant and a deep commitment to accessibility, I also work closely with NDIS participants and their families to make specialised aquatic instruction an achievable part of their support plans.

At the heart of it all is a simple mission: to help each child not only become safer around water, but to discover the confidence, joy, and freedom that swimming can bring—on their own terms.

Because when given the right support, every child can flourish in the water. And I’m here to provide exactly that.

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A smiling woman in an orange shirt and colorful swim cap holding a young boy in the swimming pool, both appearing happy during swimming lessons.
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One-on-One Specialist Aquatics:

Building Confidence & Safety, Just for Your Child

At Can Do Aquatics, I provide dedicated, one-on-one aquatic instruction designed specifically for neurodivergent children. This is not a standard swimming lesson; it’s a personalised, sensory-informed approach focused on drowning prevention, water safety, and joyful skill-building—all shaped around your child’s unique way of learning and experiencing the world.

Why One-on-One Makes All the Difference

As a qualified Autism Swim Instructor with over a decade of specialised experience, I’ve seen how individual attention unlocks potential. In a private session, every moment is paced for your child. I can respond in real time—whether that means introducing a calming rhythm, taking a sensory break, or gently encouraging the next step. There’s no comparing, no rushing, and no overwhelm. Just supportive, focused progress.

A Calm, Controlled Water Environment

I teach in a quiet, indoor, heated ozone pool—an intentionally low-sensory setting. Gone are the echoes, crowded lanes, and strong chemical smells of public pools. Here, the water offers natural deep-pressure input that many neurodivergent children find regulating, and I can adjust each session to match your child’s sensory preferences: more movement and play for seekers, more stillness and predictability for those who need it.

Skills Built on Trust, Not Just Technique

The connection formed in the water is special. For many children I work with, the pool becomes a space of earned trust and clear communication. That relationship is the foundation of everything we do—from first getting comfortable to mastering essential safety skills. It’s not uncommon for a child to share their excitement, their focus, and their pride in ways that surprise even themselves.

Personalised Pathways, Not Prescribed Lessons

With a background in childcare, swim instruction, and ongoing training in allied health support, I adapt every session to your child’s abilities, interests, and goals. Some days we focus on building comfort; other days, we celebrate big breakthroughs. Whether we’re working on breath control, floating, or stroke development, your child’s readiness guides our pace.

NDIS Funding Support Available

I specialise in supporting NDIS participants and their families. While the NDIS does not fund general swimming lessons, it does support specialist aquatic instruction that builds water safety, motor skills, and community participation—key NDIS goals. Many families use their Core Support or Capacity Building funding for our sessions. I can help you understand the funding codes and documentation needed to make aquatic skill-building accessible for your child.

My Approach: Patience, Understanding, and Joy

I bring more than technique to the water. I bring genuine patience, a deep respect for neurodiversity, and an ability to tailor each moment to how your child learns best. I celebrate every step forward, and when things feel challenging, we pause, adjust, and try again—always keeping the experience positive, engaging, and child-led.

Every Child Belongs in the Water

I believe that with the right support, every child can develop aquatic skills and confidence. My mission is to provide that support—in a way that honors your child’s individuality, reduces the risk of drowning, and unlocks the joy of moving freely in the water.

Ready to see what a personalised, sensory-friendly approach to water safety can do for your child? Let’s talk about how we can create a supportive aquatic journey together.

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A woman in an orange shirt and swim cap assists a child in swimming practice in a pool.
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An instructor helping a young boy with swimming in an indoor pool. The boy is wearing swimming goggles, an orange shirt, and a striped swim cap. The instructor is wearing an orange shirt and a black-and-white swim cap. In the background, there are pool floats, foam noodles, and storage shelves.
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