Ms. Megan has experience working with kids of all abilities for over 10 years. Her love for inclusion stems from her childhood when she had neighbors with Autism, Down syndrome, and genetic orders. She spent her teenage years working as a Swim Instructor, Alternate Curriculum Para, and Direct Support Professional. Ms. Megan now has a 9 year old nephew who is on the Autism Spectrum that continues to inspire her to advocate for the inclusion of all abilities.

​ In 2022 she graduated as an Occupational Therapist and began her journey as an Aquatic Therapist after having completed research on the benefits of adaptive physical activities. Since graduating, she has become an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, received a Microcredential in Autism through the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy, and completed training to become an Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation Institute Certified individual. Most recently, she has begun training to become DIR/Floortime® Certified.

Ms. Megan is passionate about creating individualized approaches that incorporates each person’s strengths while providing neurodiversity affirming practices to support their growth in the water!

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Ms. Lilli was first introduced to All-Inclusive Aquatics at Creighton University where she is currently a first-year occupational therapy student. Her love for swimming and passion for inclusive play led her to join the team as an Adaptive Swim Instructor!

Ms. Lilli is originally from Kansas City and grew up swimming competitively. She cares deeply about making sure all kids get the opportunity to have fun at the pool! Ms. Lilli worked as a summer camp counselor for children with intellectual and developmental differences for 2 years where she helped them feel safe while trying new things such as swimming and zip lining. She loves helping kids boost their confidence and feel proud of everything they do!

Ms. Lilli is so happy to be a part of All-Inclusive Aquatics as an Adaptive Swim Instructor and is dedicated to making swim lessons safe and fun!

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Ms. Cheyney is so excited to serve the community on the All-Inclusive Aquatics Team! She graduated from Wayne State College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in May 2023. She is currently in her third and final year of the occupational therapy program at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Ms. Cheyney was first introduced to All-Inclusive Aquatics after completing a fieldwork in Fall 2024.

Ms. Cheyney recently completed two 12-week fieldworks with one being in pediatrics and involving weekly aquatics. She also has experience leading aquatics in Masaya, Nicaragua for a summer for those of all abilities. She has volunteered at a summer camp for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and participated in various pediatric events such as GoBabyGo and J.P. Lord wheelchair cleanings. ​ Her experiences from school and having loved ones with intellectual/developmental disabilities have further confirmed her passion for working alongside and equipping youth to be confident and safe as well as encouraging them to continue to be their most amazing selves! Ms. Cheyney believes those of all abilities should have the opportunity to achieve their unique goals in a positive and welcoming environment. There is no better place to facilitate these skills than the water!

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Megan P.jpeg Ms. Megan (Pierce) Adaptive Swim Instructor Ms. Megan is super excited to be on the All-Inclusive Aquatics team as an Adaptive Swim Instructor! She is currently a first-year occupational therapy student at Creighton University and is originally from the Western Suburbs of Chicago. This is where Ms. Megan developed her love and passion for the water, swimming competitively since she was six years old and continuing while at St. Norbert College.

She has always been an advocate for inclusion and loves to help others achieve their goals in and out of the pool. She has experience as a swim coach, inclusion companion for district park summer camps, and most recently as a Rehabilitation Technician!

Ms. Megan loves to make a positive impact on swimmers’ journeys as she helps them gain confidence in the pool. One of her favorite parts of being an Adaptive Swim Instructor is creating a safe, uplifting environment where each swimmer’s unique goals and interests are incorporated into their swim lessons!

Megan P.jpeg Ms. Megan (Pierce) Adaptive Swim Instructor Ms. Megan is super excited to be on the... Read More

Mr. Jason has been with All-Inclusive Aquatics since May of 2024. He is a Special Education Teacher for Westside Community Schools. He has his undergraduate degree from University of Nebraska Omaha in Secondary Education with endorsements in special education and physical education. He also received a Masters degree from Minnesota State Mankato in Developmental Adaptive Physical Education.

Mr. Jason taught swim lessons (able-bodied and adapted) for 8 years throughout high school and college. He has been married to his wife, Hannah, for 4 years. They have a 3 year old boy, Tate, 5 month old girl, Tenley, and 7 year old dog, Rue.

Mr. Jason loves helping people learn to swim and is excited to be a part of the All-Inclusive Aquatics team!

Mr. Jason has been with All-Inclusive Aquatics since May of 2024. He is a Special Education Teach... Read More