Surf Therapy
Our Vision: Our Surf Therapy Programs provide a bridge between fun and therapy. Our programs enable children and adolescents to develop their sporting and play skills, as well as better engage with peers at school, connect with family and develop lifelong positive health habits in a natural environment.
Surf Therapy supports the development of balance, motor planning, strength, coordination, self-esteem and sense of identity.
Surf Therapy as Physiotherapy
We provide surf therapy for children and adolescents with disability in Port Macquarie, NSW.
Sessions are led by our Physiotherapists with one on one support to improve participation, build surf skills, and confidence!
Surf Therapy Benefits
- Improved Physical Health, Fitness, Water Safety Skills, Balance, Core Strength, Coordination & Movement Patterns
- A calming, sensory rich experience enhancing sensory processing and emotional regulation
- Enhances physical mobility
- Improved mental health: confidence, self esteem, resilience
- Improved social skills, communication, inclusion, and emotional regulation
Session Information.
Where Physiotherapy meets Surfing! At Adaptive Physio we provide Adaptive Surf Therapy Programs for children and adolescents with disability. Our Adaptive Surf Therapy programs provide Physiotherapy services through surfing, and are tailored to the individual needs and goals to participate in meaningful therapy while learning a new skill. Our Adaptive Surf Therapy programs are developed for All Abilities ie:
Children/adolescents with: Autism ADHD, ODD
Movement and Balance disorders ie Ataxia, Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Cerebral Palsy
Scoliosis, Spinabifida, Spinal Coord Injury
Other neurological conditions
Sensory Processing and Emotional regulation