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We believe everyone deserves access to water safety and the therapeutic benefits of swimming. Through specialized programs and state-approved voucher partnerships, we're working to remove barriers and serve our community—especially those who have been historically underserved.
Water Smart Voucher Programs
Water Smart Voucher Programs
State-Approved Financial Assistance for Swimming Lessons
Swimming with Coach Q is an approved provider for two Water Smart voucher programs. These programs provide financial assistance to eligible Florida families, removing cost barriers to essential water safety education.
Water Smart Broward
Water Smart Broward
DOH-Broward Swimming Lesson Voucher
Program Details:
Value: $200 voucher toward swimming lessons
Eligibility: Ages 0-17 years old
Geographic: Broward County residents (verify if this applies to you)
How It Works: The $200 voucher covers the cost of swimming lessons at participating providers like Swimming with Coach Q.
How to Apply: Visit www.watersmartbroward.org for application details and eligibility requirements.
Using Your Voucher: Once you receive your Water Smart Broward voucher, contact us to schedule lessons and apply your voucher toward the cost.
Water Smart Florida
Water Smart Florida
Free Swimming Lessons for Young Children
Program Details:
Value: Full cost of swimming lessons covered
Eligibility: Children ages 4 and younger at time of application
Income Requirement: Gross family income at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines
Residency: Florida residents only
Application Period: Applications accepted annually from August 4–September 1. Vouchers assigned shortly after September 1st.
Priority Processing:
Families with a child with autism
Families in active military status
All other eligible families
What You Need to Apply:
Proof of income
Proof of Florida residency
Child's date of birth
How to Apply: Visit www.watersmartfl.com during the August 4–September 1 application period.
After You Receive Your Voucher: Contact Swimming with Coach Q to schedule your child's lessons. We'll create a program tailored to your child's needs.
Already Have a Voucher?
Already Have a Voucher?
We Accept Both Programs!
Contact us to schedule your lessons:
Email: info@iswimwithcoachq.com
Phone: (954) 213-7216
Therapeutic Recreation for Foster Youth Ages 8-17
The Blue Canvas Initiative combines water safety education, emotional regulation, and creative expression to support foster youth in developing confidence, self-awareness, and healthy coping skills. Through our proprietary A.R.T.(Aquatic Regulation Training) to Art methodology and R.I.P.P.L.E. Sequence™, we create transformative experiences that honor each youth's journey.
What We Offer
What We Offer
- Water safety education and swimming instruction
- Emotional regulation through aquatic activities
- Creative expression through art
- Trauma-informed, youth-centered care
- Small group cohort-based setting
-Evidence-based methodologies
Our Approach
Our Approach
A.R.T. to Art Methodology - We calm the nervous system through water, then unlock emotional expression through art.
R.I.P.P.L.E. Sequence™ - Our proprietary framework ensures youth experience water-based regulation before creative activities. We believe a dysregulated child cannot effectively communicate—so we calm the body first, then invite creative expression.
Program Structure:
Program Structure:
Ages: 8-17 years
Ages: 8-17 years
75 minute sessions
Private/Community Pools
Who Can Participate:
Who Can Participate:
Foster youth ages 8-17
Kinship care youth
Youth in group homes
No swimming experience required
We welcome referrals from:
We welcome referrals from:
Foster parents
Kinship caregivers
Case workers
Group home staff
Child welfare agencies
Community-Based Care organizations
How to Refer a Youth:
Blue Canvas Initiative inquiries
Program Partners:
The Creative You LLC - Art facilitation and creative programming
Unmute Yourself Inc. - Clinical referral pathways and mental health support
Supporting Our Community
Supporting Our Community
Both programs reflect our commitment to:
✅ Removing financial barriers
✅ Serving underserved communities
✅ Trauma-informed care
✅ Breaking generational cycles
Get Involved
Get Involved
Blue Canvas Initiative: Refer Youth | Become a Partner
Water Smart Vouchers: Check Eligibility - FL | Check Eligibility - Broward | Contact Us
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