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Media release - 17/02/2021 NDIS supports Axel and Imogen to learn to swim Annette Anderson said it was life-changing for her children when she was able to access some of their National Disability … [Read more...] about NDIS supports Axel and Imogen to learn to swim

Going away for the holidays can be an exciting and sometimes overwhelming experience. As we all get ready for our next adventure, we have prepared a list of top tips to help you prepare for a … [Read more...] about Tips to prepare for going on holidays

Autism Swim is the only certifying body in the world specific to autism and aquatics. We certify swim centers, swim instructors, therapists and other aquatic professionals as ‘Autism Swim … [Read more...] about Autism Swim Provider Highlight – Suha Saeed

A diagnosis of Autism can bring upon a wide range of emotions that are unique for each individual and family circumstances. For some it’s a great sense of relief to finally have a diagnosis to help … [Read more...] about My child has just been diagnosed and I don’t know what to do

Drowning is the number one cause of accidental death in children under five, with swimming pools the most common location for toddler drownings. Learn2Swim Week is a national awareness campaign … [Read more...] about 10 ways to promote inclusion during Learn2swim week

Did you know that families living in rural and remote regions have accessed Allied health services remotely, with success, for years? We have a team of highly experienced clinicians who have … [Read more...] about What does a teletherapy session involve/ look like?

Written by: Sam Cahill, Aquatic Occupational Therapist & Erika Gleeson, Senior Behaviour Specialist Coronavirus or Covid-19 has created significant amounts of change and stress in many of our … [Read more...] about How Coronavirus can impact those with ASD and other abilities, and what we can be doing to help

Written by Jess Thackeray (Occupational Therapist) & Erika Gleeson (Behaviour Specialist) - Autism Swim. All event photography by the ever so wonderful Gavin Little Photographer. Water … [Read more...] about Water Safety and Staying Safe Over the Holidays

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition which impacts how someone views the world. People with ASD can experience difficulties with communication, social interaction and … [Read more...] about Australian ASD Population and Autism Swim Approved services

Thank you to University of Sydney Students, Aquatic Occupational Therapist Emma Middlebrook and Senior Behaviour Specialist Erika Gleeson for your contributions on this. The benefits of swimming … [Read more...] about Some of the many Benefits of Swimming and Aquatic Therapy for those with ASD/other abilities