Haven for fun and inclusion – Herald Sun
Posted: 09/08/2018
When Sally Johnson's son Digby was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at age two, she was at a loss to find a safe and welcoming place for him to play. She longed for an affordable, inclusive venue where he could play freely on suitable equipment, and where she could meet families facing similar challenges. "Digby was severely delayed in many areas of development," Ms Johnson said. "In some ways it…
Australia’s first purpose-built gym for autistic children – 9 News
Posted: 09/08/2018
With a zip line for the kids, plenty of play things and swing sets, step inside Australia’s first indoor play gym for autistic children. All of the equipment has been specially designed by occupational therapists. There’s a Calming Room and facilities for psychologists and speech pathologists. It’s the work of Sally Johnson, whose son, Digby, is autistic. Watch the segment below!
Posted: 09/08/2018
Australia’s first children’s gym built for children with sensory disorders will open in Melbourne’s north this weekend. Get a first look inside. Read More Here
We Rock the Spectrum gym for autistic children set to open in Melbourne – Herald Sun
Posted: 20/07/2018
A franchise of We Rock The Spectrum gyms in the US, the centre is built for children with special needs, with specialised equipment including ziplines, swings and slides. All equipment is designed by occupational therapists to aid the sensory development of children with processing disorders, and aids motor skill development and sensory processing. The play centre also has areas for medical practitioners and allied health professionals to work out of, and aims…
Gym of inclusion – Sydney West Leader
Posted: 19/07/2018
Australia's first purpose-built autism friendly play centre will soon open its doors in Sydney West. A franchise of We Rock the Spectrum gyms in the US, the centre will be for children of all abilities, with equipment designed by occupational therapists to aid the sensory development of children with processing disorders. The centre will also offer areas for health practitioners in an effort to become a "hub" for families with…
Australia opens its first special needs gym – Weekend Sunrise
Posted: 18/07/2018
‘We rock the spectrum’ gym for autistic kids focuses on sensory and motor skill development. The gym will be opening in Melbourne in June. There are 60 ‘We rock the spectrum’ gyms worldwide. Sally opened the gym when she couldn’t find a safe place for her autistic son. Watch Video!
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