Flipper Academy
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Why Flipper Academy
Flipper Academy offers group water-based therapy with a core focus on learning to swim for children with a disability, to help develop these skills in a supportive environment.
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Children with a disability are at a higher risk of drowning in comparison to other children. Learning to swim is a vital skill for every child to learn however the current swim school structure does not suit all children.
Flipper Academy programs are Physiotherapy led and tailored to individuals with a variety of disabilities that have water therapy and learn to swim goals. We assist those with a disability to learn essential skills they need to stay safe in the water as well as for their own development.
Flipper Academy offers group water-based therapy with a core focus on learning to swim for children with a disability, to help develop these skills in a supportive environment.
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Children with a disability are at a higher risk of drowning in comparison to other children. Learning to swim is a vital skill for every child to learn however the current swim school structure does not suit all children.
Flipper Academy programs are Physiotherapy led and tailored to individuals with a variety of disabilities that have water therapy and learn to swim goals. We assist those with a disability to learn essential skills they need to stay safe in the water as well as for their own development.
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Why work with us
Skills Developed
Water safety and drowning prevention - how to safely enter and exit bodies of water, floating and breathing control
Swimming strokes - to help participate in school events such as swimming carnival
Gross motor skills - endurance, strength, balance and coordination
Fine Motor skills - grip, hand and finger strength
Our group-based approach also helps children in our program, achieve other goals such as social skills and communication.
AHPRA Registered
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency works in partnership with the National Boards to ensure that Australia's registered health practitioners are suitably trained, qualified and safe to practise. Public safety is our priority.
Autism Swim Accredited
Autism Swim are international wandering and drowning prevention specialists, who understand the complexities of different learning styles, goals and approaches, and the support mechanisms necessary to educate all swimmers on water safety, water therapy and learn-to-swim.
Autism SA Friendly
According to the 2018 Disability, Ageing and Carers, Australia: Summary of Findings, only around 4% of the more than 200,000 people in Australia on the spectrum believe that businesses, organisations and venues across the country understand autism, or know how to support individuals on the autism spectrum through the provision of autism-friendly places and services.
By signing up to the Autism Friendly Charter, businesses can play a crucial role in creating a more inclusive community for all, ensuring that people on the autism spectrum are able to enjoy services and participate in activities without the experience negatively impacting on wellbeing
Water safety and drowning prevention - how to safely enter and exit bodies of water, floating and breathing control
Swimming strokes - to help participate in school events such as swimming carnival
Gross motor skills - endurance, strength, balance and coordination
Fine Motor skills - grip, hand and finger strength
Our group-based approach also helps children in our program, achieve other goals such as social skills and communication.
AHPRA Registered
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency works in partnership with the National Boards to ensure that Australia's registered health practitioners are suitably trained, qualified and safe to practise. Public safety is our priority.
Autism Swim Accredited
Autism Swim are international wandering and drowning prevention specialists, who understand the complexities of different learning styles, goals and approaches, and the support mechanisms necessary to educate all swimmers on water safety, water therapy and learn-to-swim.
Autism SA Friendly
According to the 2018 Disability, Ageing and Carers, Australia: Summary of Findings, only around 4% of the more than 200,000 people in Australia on the spectrum believe that businesses, organisations and venues across the country understand autism, or know how to support individuals on the autism spectrum through the provision of autism-friendly places and services.
By signing up to the Autism Friendly Charter, businesses can play a crucial role in creating a more inclusive community for all, ensuring that people on the autism spectrum are able to enjoy services and participate in activities without the experience negatively impacting on wellbeing
Team Size
5
Employed Allied Health Professionals
Employed Admin and Management Professionals
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