Our Adapted Aquatics program is for individuals, 3 years or older, with special needs. Participants get in the water and work one-on-one with a volunteer to increase their swimming skills, flexibility, exercise, and have fun!
The Wednesday Adapted Aquatics participants and volunteers will have access to the 0-3.5 foot deep Instructional Pool and the Hydrotherapy Pool only. Participants on Fridays have access to the Instructional Pool, one lane in the Lap Pool, and the Hydrotherapy Pool.
Winter 2026
| Session Dates | Time | Registration Start | Cost | Quantity |
| Wednesdays, Jan. 28 to Mar. 4 Instructional pool only (No meeting Feb. 4) | 4:30-5:15 pm | Jan. 20 | $50.00 | Five (5) 45-minute lessons |
| Fridays, Jan. 30 to Mar. 6 Instructional and Lap pool (No meeting Feb. 6) | 5:15-6:00 pm | Jan. 20 | $50.00 | Five (5) 45-minute lessons |
Volunteers
Volunteer with our Adapted Aquatics program! No experience is required. You will work with participants with special needs to increase mobility, exercise, and build new friendships. Plus, volunteer hours look great on resumés and college applications!
An orientation to the program is provided the week before participants begin. Volunteers are asked to be here every day for the entire session.
WINTER 2026 OPTIONS:
- Wednesdays, January 21 to March 4, 4:15-5:30 pm (No meeting Feb. 4)
- Fridays, January 23 to March 6, 5:00-6:15 pm (No meeting Feb. 6)
Resources
Playbook
Program Registration
Parks Scholarships
Contacts
Arne Hanna Aquatic Center
1114 Potter Street
Bellingham, WA 98229
Email: aquatics@cob.org
Phone: (360) 778-7665
Fax: (360) 778-7062
