It's all about the experience!
Experiences provide a greater opportunity to connect with others. Spending time together around a common purpose and activity can give children numerous opportunities to communicate and connect with one another. However, for kids on the autism spectrum, events can be overwhelming.
Autism is a developmental disability that is still poorly misunderstood. Autism is a lifelong developmental difficulty that impacts how an individual communicates and interacts with others. It also affects how an individual makes sense of the world around them. Autism is a spectrum, which means that each individual with autism shares common difficulties in social communication and restrictive or repetitive patterns of behavior or interests; however, the level of severity across these difficulties will impact individuals in different ways.
Typical social skill deficits for kids living with autism include:
It's important to prepare a child with autism before an event or get-together. For example, using a story, visual support, or role play is helpful. Preparing an autistic child before attending an event or social situation can make things more enjoyable.
Our events are:
New experiences for a child with autism help the child grow intellectually, adjust socially, and learn coping skills, which all lead to better communication skills.
Autism is a developmental disability that is still poorly misunderstood. Autism is a lifelong developmental difficulty that impacts how an individual communicates and interacts with others. It also affects how an individual makes sense of the world around them. Autism is a spectrum, which means that each individual with autism shares common difficulties in social communication and restrictive or repetitive patterns of behavior or interests; however, the level of severity across these difficulties will impact individuals in different ways.
Typical social skill deficits for kids living with autism include:
- Initiating interactions
- Responding to the initiations of others
- Maintaining eye contact
- Sharing enjoyment
- Reading the non-verbal cues of others
- Taking another person's perspective
It's important to prepare a child with autism before an event or get-together. For example, using a story, visual support, or role play is helpful. Preparing an autistic child before attending an event or social situation can make things more enjoyable.
Our events are:
- Inclusive of diverse needs
- A comfortable place for parents to feel welcomed and supported by other parents
- A safe place if a child feels overwhelmed
New experiences for a child with autism help the child grow intellectually, adjust socially, and learn coping skills, which all lead to better communication skills.
What a child with autism wants you to know:
- I am a child
- My senses are out of sync
- Distinguish between won’t (I choose not to) and can’t (I am not able to)
- I’m a concrete thinker. I interpret language literally
- Listen to all the ways I’m trying to communicate
- Picture this! I’m visually oriented
- Focus and build on what I can do rather than what I can’t do
- Help me with social interactions
- Identify what triggers my meltdowns
- Love me unconditionally
Our curated experiences strive to support kids in discovering their passions, build confidence, and unlock their full potential.
Events that highlight: Visual Arts, Sports, Music, Dance, Comedy & More!
- Experiences take place in Sonoma County, CA
- All experiences require registration
- There is no cost to attend, never will be!
Current Sponsorship:
Private gymnastic sessions with Coach Cassidy
Rohnert Park Gymnastics
Coach Cassidy has coached at Rohnert Park Gymnastics since 2013. In 2023, she reintroduced the Jump to Success program and has been the lead instructor ever since. Coach Cassidy offers private lessons for individuals who may prefer exploring the gym in a one-on-one setting. She creates a supportive environment where students can build meaningful connections as they grow physically, socially, and emotionally. She is known for her encouraging teaching style and positive reinforcement, helping every student feel successful at their own pace. Her classes help students build self-confidence, self-expression, proprioception, sociability, and much more! During the lesson, the student will explore the gym with Coach Cassidy and try things like jumping into the foam pit, bouncing on trampolines, and swinging on the rope, rings, and bars!
The Autism Arts & Athletics Foundation sponsors 30 minute private sessions with Coach Cassidy.
To sign up please contact:
Coach Cassidy
(707) 322-9495
[email protected]
These private sessions are a wonderful way to prepare your child for the Jump for Success program at Rohnert Park Gymnastics!
Jump to Success
The Jump to Success class is a nurturing and inclusive class designed to cater to children with sensory needs and other alternative needs, aged 5 to 14. This class provides a safe and supportive space for kids to develop their motor skills, build confidence, and foster social interactions using basic gymnastics equipment and skills. The session will take place in a quiet setting with the gym exclusively reserved for the class, ensuring an adaptable environment for optimal learning and engagement. The class runs 45 minutes, providing an appropriate time for focused activities and exploration.
This program requires the participation of a parent, caregiver, or aide during the class. The class takes place every Wednesday from 1:00pm-1:45pm at 320 professional center Dr #150, Rohnert Park CA, 94928
The Autism Arts & Athletics Foundation sponsors 30 minute private sessions with Coach Cassidy.
To sign up please contact:
Coach Cassidy
(707) 322-9495
[email protected]
These private sessions are a wonderful way to prepare your child for the Jump for Success program at Rohnert Park Gymnastics!
Jump to Success
The Jump to Success class is a nurturing and inclusive class designed to cater to children with sensory needs and other alternative needs, aged 5 to 14. This class provides a safe and supportive space for kids to develop their motor skills, build confidence, and foster social interactions using basic gymnastics equipment and skills. The session will take place in a quiet setting with the gym exclusively reserved for the class, ensuring an adaptable environment for optimal learning and engagement. The class runs 45 minutes, providing an appropriate time for focused activities and exploration.
This program requires the participation of a parent, caregiver, or aide during the class. The class takes place every Wednesday from 1:00pm-1:45pm at 320 professional center Dr #150, Rohnert Park CA, 94928
