IAFTC 2024: Adaptive Aquatic Strategies for Children with Autism & Special Needs
Come and hear Ailene & Cindy speak at the IAFTC 2024 in Fort Myers!
Kick off the conference with Ailene Tisser, PT, and Cindy Freedman, OT, as they share their thought leadership on Equipment Innovations in Pediatric Therapy.
Ailene and Cindy will demonstrate how you can expand your toolbox of techniques for pediatric aquatic therapy. They will cover a range of new techniques to achieve therapy goals in clients with autism, sensory issues, and motor delays. This presentation will cover:
- Explore innovative ways to use popular equipment.
- Understand the order of sensory input to help sensory seekers/avoiders and self-regulation.
- Learn handling techniques for motor difficulties and swim drills to integrate reflexes for attention and sensory issues.
Don’t miss this eye-opening presentation on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
Looking for new Autism strategies? Then Cindy Freedman, OT, and Ailene Tisser, PT, have you covered! They will be presenting on Successful strategies for aquatic group programming – autism & other special needs.
Learn new strategies and get the inside info from these adaptive aquatics experts as they introduce you to some of the secrets from their time-tested and proven Swim Whisperers(R) Methodology.
This presentation will cover:
- Overcome four commonly seen barriers for individuals with autism so they can have optimal success in aquatic exercise groups.
- Dive into the roadblocks from the Adaptive Swim Whisperers Program: Interpreting Touch, Sensory Seeking, Problems with a Plan, and Engagement and Interaction.
This is one session you can’t afford to miss! Friday, May 10, 2024 1:00 – 2:30 pm.