The swimming programs developed for the Yarrabah students have been adapted from the Austswim handbook and conducted by staff that are Austswim trained. These session are conducted at local indoor swimming complex's, including Swim Safe Mentone and . All staff and volunteers are familiar with individual students abilities and needs. Students throughout the school are involved in various swimming sessions that cater for their particular needs. Other programs are run for students with higher dependent needs, such as hydrotherapy.
Swimming is very therapeutic.
It is also an activity that can be shared both within the school as well as at home with family and friends. For some students swimming may be the only physical activity that they enjoy or achieve in. The ability to move about in the water allowing greater freedom and movement for the student may relieve possible frustration and pain. Like hydrotherapy, swimming increases joint range of movement that may not be experienced on land.