A swim school in Sunderland has become the first in the United Kingdom (UK) to become an Autism Swim Approved Centre. Welcoming In At The Deep End (IATDE) to the Autism Swim community. As if that’s … [Read more...] about Autism Swim sponsors swimmer in the UK
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LIFE-SAVING LESSONS
For children with autism, drowning is a very real threat. A program in New Windsor is changing that. By Steve Israel 11-year-old Adrian Gokey was initially very curious about water, and … [Read more...] about LIFE-SAVING LESSONS
What’s a social enterprise? How can I help?
What's a Social Enterprise? Autism Swim is structured as a social enterprise. Social Enterprises are quite a new concept in Australia, however they are dramatically on the rise. There are an … [Read more...] about What’s a social enterprise? How can I help?
Jake’s story
At 2 we took our son Jake to swimming lessons. We were apprehensive but hopeful, he seemed to love water and at that stage he wasn’t diagnosed. He screamed, clung to me and resisted everything. Didn’t … [Read more...] about Jake’s story
Staying safe over the holidays
Why is the holiday period a particularly high-risk time? Here are some of the potential increased risk factors: The heat. Hotter weather means more people flocking to waterways to cool off. People … [Read more...] about Staying safe over the holidays
Top 5 things to look for when selecting a swim centre/instructor for your child.
Are they Autism Swim Approved?If you’re not sure, visit Autism Swim’s website. What are their child protection policies?Consider working with children checks, social media, visitors on premises, and … [Read more...] about Top 5 things to look for when selecting a swim centre/instructor for your child.
Trish’s Swimming Instructor Journey
I decided that there was need for swimming teachers when our eldest son was 2, and friends’ 3-year-old son went missing on their farm and was found drowned in the irrigation channel (we lived opposite … [Read more...] about Trish’s Swimming Instructor Journey
Wandering – a community responsibility.
Wandering. What is it, and what are the community responsibilities? Wandering, is also referred to as elopement, fleeing and/or absconding. It’s so common yet very little information and support … [Read more...] about Wandering – a community responsibility.
Do good.
This week, Autism Swim were fortunate to have been invited to attend Purpose. Purpose; which is is an annual convention showcasing purpose-driven business; businesses that tackle responsible … [Read more...] about Do good.
Top Tips for Preparing Your Child for the Sensory Experiences of the Beach – Part 2
By: Rebecca Hunt, Therapy Assistant and Child Educator, Autism Swim In our last blog, we discussed top tips for coping with the many sensory experiences of the beach. In this blog, we share … [Read more...] about Top Tips for Preparing Your Child for the Sensory Experiences of the Beach – Part 2