Accessibility

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT KST Swim Mentor and Coaching LLC 1209 Mountain Road Pl NE, Ste R Albuquerque, NM 87110 USA Website: https://kstswim.com Effective Date: September 8, 2026 1. COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY KST Swim Mentor and Coaching LLC is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all visitors, including those with disabilities. We believe that digital accessibility is essential to providing equal opportunity and access to information, services, and resources for swimmers, families, coaches, and clubs regardless of their abilities. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the accessibility of our website to comply with applicable legal standards and to serve the broadest possible audience. This statement describes our accessibility efforts, the standards we follow, measures we have implemented, known limitations, and how you can provide feedback if you encounter accessibility barriers. 2. ACCESSIBILITY STANDARD TARGETED Our website is designed and maintained in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, Level AA. WCAG 2.2 is the current standard published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and represents internationally recognized best practices for web accessibility. Level AA compliance addresses a wide range of disabilities and assistive technologies, including screen readers, keyboard navigation, magnification software, and other adaptive tools. We monitor developments in accessibility standards and emerging best practices to ensure our website remains current and effective. 3. MEASURES TAKEN TO ENSURE ACCESSIBILITY To meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards, we have implemented the following accessibility measures across our website: 3.1 Semantic HTML and Proper Markup All pages are structured using semantic HTML elements that provide meaning to assistive technologies. We use proper heading hierarchies, list structures, and landmark regions to create a logical document outline. This allows screen reader users and other assistive technologies to navigate our content efficiently and understand the relationship between different sections. 3.2 Keyboard Navigation and Operable Menus The entire website is navigable using keyboard input alone. All interactive elements, including navigation menus, buttons, links, and form controls, are accessible via the Tab key and other standard keyboard shortcuts. We do not require the use of a mouse. Focus indicators are clearly visible to show which element is currently selected, assisting users who navigate by keyboard. 3.3 Sufficient Color Contrast Text and interactive elements meet or exceed the WCAG 2.2 Level AA contrast ratio requirements. We ensure that information is not conveyed by color alone, and that text remains readable against background colors for users with low vision or color blindness. 3.4 Text Alternatives for Images and Media All images, icons, and decorative graphics are provided with descriptive alternative text (alt text) or are properly marked as decorative. This allows screen reader users to understand the purpose and content of visual elements. Where appropriate, complex images and diagrams are accompanied by detailed descriptions in the text. 3.5 Respect for Reduced-Motion Preferences We respect user preferences for reduced motion. Where animations, transitions, or auto-playing content might be used, we check the user's system-level reduced-motion setting and adapt our presentation accordingly. Users with vestibular disorders or motion sensitivity can experience our website without motion-triggered discomfort. 3.6 Responsive and Flexible Layout The website is responsive and adapts to different screen sizes, orientations, and zoom levels. Users can magnify text up to 200 percent without loss of functionality or content. Layout and functionality are preserved across devices, from mobile phones to desktop computers, ensuring equal access regardless of the technology used to access our site. 3.7 Language Identification and Language Switching Where content is provided in multiple languages, each language section or page is marked with the correct language attribute in the HTML code. This allows screen readers and other assistive technologies to apply appropriate pronunciation and language processing rules. Where language switching functionality is available, it is clearly labeled and easily accessible. 4. KNOWN LIMITATIONS We continuously work to improve accessibility. However, we wish to inform users of the following limitation: 4.1 Third-Party Embedded Media If our website includes embedded media content from third-party sources (such as videos, social media content, maps, or external tools), the accessibility of that embedded content may depend on the third party's implementation and accessibility practices. While we select third-party providers with accessibility in mind, we cannot guarantee that all embedded content meets WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards. Where feasible, we provide alternative methods to access information presented in embedded media, such as transcripts, captions, or links to accessible versions of content. 5. FEEDBACK AND CONTACT INFORMATION If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website or believe that content does not meet these accessibility standards, please contact us through the contact page at https://kstswim.com. We welcome your feedback and will work promptly to address accessibility concerns. When contacting us about an accessibility issue, please include as much detail as possible, such as the specific page or feature affected, the device and browser you are using, and any assistive technology in use. This information helps us identify and resolve problems efficiently. 5.1 Response Timeline We aim to respond to all accessibility feedback within ten (10) business days of receipt. Depending on the complexity of the issue, resolution may take longer. We will keep you informed of our progress and will notify you when remedial action has been taken. 5.2 Accessible Alternatives If a particular feature or piece of content remains temporarily inaccessible, we will endeavor to provide an accessible alternative or equivalent means of accessing the information or service, where possible, until the issue is permanently resolved. 6. ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLAINT OPTIONS This website is operated under the laws of the State of New Mexico, USA. However, we recognize and respect mandatory consumer protection and accessibility rights in the jurisdictions where our users are located, including but not limited to European Union and Spanish accessibility and consumer law. If you believe that our website does not comply with applicable accessibility standards or legal requirements and are not satisfied with our response to your feedback, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant enforcement authority in your jurisdiction. Such authorities may include your national equality body, data protection authority, or consumer protection agency. In the European Union, users may have rights under: - Directive (EU) 2016/2102 on the accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies - National implementing legislation in EU member states regarding digital accessibility - Relevant national consumer protection and disability rights laws Users in Spain may have rights under relevant Spanish accessibility legislation and may escalate complaints to the appropriate Spanish national authority responsible for digital accessibility or consumer protection. Users in the United States may have rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, or other applicable federal or state accessibility laws. We encourage all users to first contact us directly before pursuing formal complaints, as we are committed to resolving accessibility issues cooperatively. 7. COMMITMENT TO ONGOING IMPROVEMENT Accessibility is not a one-time achievement but an ongoing commitment. We regularly review and test our website for accessibility compliance, update our practices in response to user feedback and evolving standards, and train our team on accessibility best practices. We will continue to monitor WCAG standards and emerging accessibility technologies. As new versions of WCAG are released and best practices evolve, we will work toward updating our website to maintain and exceed the highest standards of accessibility. 8. DATE AND REVIEW This Accessibility Statement is effective as of September 8, 2026, and was prepared in accordance with applicable accessibility principles and legal requirements. We will review and update this statement periodically to reflect changes to our website, accessibility practices, and applicable legal standards. For questions about this Accessibility Statement or our accessibility practices, please use the contact page at https://kstswim.com. END OF ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT