Sensory Friendly Swims
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Join us for a sensory friendly swim at participating pools!
Sensory friendly swims are inclusive swim times for individuals and families looking for an environment with reduced noise. They are available for those who are autistic, have anxiety or other sensory processing needs, or anyone who feels they would benefit from a more supportive environment.
There will be:
Reduced noise & water features.
No background music.
No speaker announcements (whistles used only for emergencies).
Encouraged use of paper towels instead of hand dryers using signage.
Designated sensory friendly break rooms.
Set clear times and transition warnings.
Additional staff available for support.
Wednesday, November 18, 1pm to 3pm
Wednesday, December 16, 1pm to 3pm
Tuesday, September 22, 1pm to 3pm
Wednesday, October 28, 1pm to 3pm
Wednesday, November 25, 1pm to 3pm
Tuesday, December 22, 1pm to 3pm
Saturday, September 5, 12pm to 2pm
Saturday, October 3, 12pm to 2pm
Saturday, November 7, 12pm to 2pm
Saturday, December 5, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, September 14, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, October 5, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, November 9, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, December 14, 12pm to 2pm
Kits include: Noise-cancelling headphones, communication cards, fidget toys, ear plugs and sunglasses. Ask a staff member to borrow one.
The City of Surrey is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for patrons with sensory sensitivities to continue recreating and participating in activities.
Learn more about the City of Surrey's initiatives to enhance accessibility, remove barriers, and create a more inclusive community.
Sensory friendly swims are inclusive swim times for individuals and families looking for an environment with reduced noise. They are available for those who are autistic, have anxiety or other sensory processing needs, or anyone who feels they would benefit from a more supportive environment.
There will be:
Reduced noise & water features.
No background music.
No speaker announcements (whistles used only for emergencies).
Encouraged use of paper towels instead of hand dryers using signage.
Designated sensory friendly break rooms.
Set clear times and transition warnings.
Additional staff available for support.
Wednesday, November 18, 1pm to 3pm
Wednesday, December 16, 1pm to 3pm
Tuesday, September 22, 1pm to 3pm
Wednesday, October 28, 1pm to 3pm
Wednesday, November 25, 1pm to 3pm
Tuesday, December 22, 1pm to 3pm
Saturday, September 5, 12pm to 2pm
Saturday, October 3, 12pm to 2pm
Saturday, November 7, 12pm to 2pm
Saturday, December 5, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, September 14, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, October 5, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, November 9, 12pm to 2pm
Monday, December 14, 12pm to 2pm
Kits include: Noise-cancelling headphones, communication cards, fidget toys, ear plugs and sunglasses. Ask a staff member to borrow one.
The City of Surrey is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for patrons with sensory sensitivities to continue recreating and participating in activities.
Learn more about the City of Surrey's initiatives to enhance accessibility, remove barriers, and create a more inclusive community.
