Programs
Guppies Level 1 is an introductory level class for children 3 to 6 years old.
All aquatics classes are grouped by participant age range. *If you have questions about which class to register your child for, please contact our staff - activityconnection@childrens-specialized.org*
ABOUT ADAPTIVE AQUATICS
Our adaptive aquatics program is offered to children of all abilities ages 3 to 15 years old. These classes are designed to provide children with a positive experience in the water, introduce & teach fundamental aquatic skills, promote water safety, and provide an opportunity for physical activity and social interaction. Please note that this is not a learn-to-swim program, although fundamental swim instruction is incorporated. Instructors combine traditional Red Cross Learn-to-Swim methods with sensory and recreational strategies to match the needs of each child.
GUPPIES GROUPS
Guppies groups (typically 5 children) are led by one instructor with one assistant. Children in groups are assigned 1:1 to volunteers for additional safety supervision & attention. Classes meet one time per week over the course of the session, and sessions are offered four times per year: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall.
*Parents are kindly asked to come to class prepared to swim with children if a volunteer/staff member is unable to do so.*
LOCATION:
Children's Specialized Hospital - Mountainside
150 New Providence Road
Mountainside, NJ 07092
Pool - First Floor
GOALS:
-Help child develop and increase comfort in the water
-Building & coordinating swim skills
-Provide opportunities for social interaction & fun with peers
-Introduce and reinforce water safety skills and behaviors
-Developing personal comfort level in the water & overcoming sensory challenges
Skills will be addressed through sensory, recreational & social activities.
Note:
REQUIRED FORMS
-Health Form
-Screening Form
-Media Release Form
PAYMENT
Our top priority is ensuring all children and young adults have access to recreational and leisure programs. If there are concerns with registration fees, please contact our staff as soon as possible to discuss some of our financial assistance options.
PARK & ENTER
Park & enter at the East Entrance/Ambulance (driveway entrance to the right when looking at the front of the building). Drive straight to the parking lot and enter on side through the double doors in front of the Security desk. Do not enter through the main lobby as those doors will lock after class.
WHEN TO ARRIVE
If you need to change your child you may enter the changing area no earlier than 5 minutes prior to your class start time. Please kindly wait in the hallway until your class start time.
WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
A bathing suit and towel. If your child wears swim diapers, we highly recommend wearing rubber swim pants over swim diapers. Regular diapers are NOT allowed in the pool. Please leave ALL food and drinks at home-No food or beverages are allowed in the pool or changing areas; water bottles are allowed.
Parents and caregivers are kindly asked to come to class prepared to swim with children if a volunteer/staff member is unable to do so.
WHAT IF WE MISS CLASS
Registration refunds are available up to 1 week before the start of each session. After this, any cancellations will result in a credit to your account, which can be used for future registration.
Refunds and makeups are not available for class absences. Due to high waitlists for our program, if you do not attend class 2 consecutive weeks without contacting staff, you will be removed from the roster with no refund.
In the event that a class is cancelled by hospital staff, you will be notified by phone and/or email and you will be provided with a credit or a rescheduled class.
PHOTOS
You are welcome to take pictures of your child during classes. Please be mindful to take photos of your child only & ask permission to take photos of other participants.
QUESTIONS
For any questions about absences or refunds please check FAQs on our website. For questions about program levels, please contact our staff at activityconnection@childrens-specialized.org.
| Program Type | Adaptive Aquatics |
| Program Subcategory | Mountainside |
| Program Code | - |
| Online Registration | Yes |
| Enrollment Begin Date | 2/21/2026 8:30 AM |
| Enrollment End Date | 3/14/2026 |
| Instructor(s) |
Hannah Crisafulli
Hannah, Morgan
|
| Gender | Any Gender |
| Enrollment Minimum | 4 |
| Maximum | 5 |
| Grade Minimum | |
| Maximum | |
| Age Minimum | 3 years Enforced - As of date 4/11/2026 |
| Maximum | 6 years Enforced - As of date 4/11/2026 |
| Standard Fee | Residency Restriction |
Membership Restrictions |
Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquatics | -None- | $180.00 | |
| Aquatics | |||
| Residency Restriction | -None- | ||
| Membership Restrictions | - | ||
| Amount | $180.00 | ||
| CSH Benefit Fund | -None- |
CSH Benefit Fund
|
$0.00 |
| CSH Benefit Fund | |||
| Residency Restriction | -None- | ||
| Membership Restrictions |
CSH Benefit Fund
|
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| Amount | $0.00 | ||
| Add On Fee | Residency Restriction |
Amount |
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| Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2026 | Saturday | 9:05 AM | 9:35 AM | CSH-Mountainside |
| Saturday - 04/11/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 9:05 AM | |||
| End Time | 9:35 AM | |||
| Location | CSH-Mountainside | |||
| 04/18/2026 | Saturday | 9:05 AM | 9:35 AM | CSH-Mountainside |
| Saturday - 04/18/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 9:05 AM | |||
| End Time | 9:35 AM | |||
| Location | CSH-Mountainside | |||
| 04/25/2026 | Saturday | 9:05 AM | 9:35 AM | CSH-Mountainside |
| Saturday - 04/25/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 9:05 AM | |||
| End Time | 9:35 AM | |||
| Location | CSH-Mountainside | |||
| 05/02/2026 | Saturday | 9:05 AM | 9:35 AM | CSH-Mountainside |
| Saturday - 05/02/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 9:05 AM | |||
| End Time | 9:35 AM | |||
| Location | CSH-Mountainside | |||
| 05/09/2026 | Saturday | 9:05 AM | 9:35 AM | CSH-Mountainside |
| Saturday - 05/09/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 9:05 AM | |||
| End Time | 9:35 AM | |||
| Location | CSH-Mountainside | |||
| 05/16/2026 | Saturday | 9:05 AM | 9:35 AM | CSH-Mountainside |
| Saturday - 05/16/2026 | ||||
| Start Time | 9:05 AM | |||
| End Time | 9:35 AM | |||
| Location | CSH-Mountainside | |||