AZ&A Summer Magazine 2014 Summer 2014 | Page 4

AZ&A Summer 2014 Swimming Intensives Swimming Intensives are a great way to kick start your summer! Swim therapy provides a sensory rich experience that strengthens your body while having fun! The water provides a less-resistant, calming environment that allows children to move their bodies in new ways that they cannot experience on land. The water also provides deep pressure to the body, which alerts the foundational central nervous system consisting of the vestibular, tactile, and proprioceptive systems. This activation increases body awareness, motor planning, attention, regulation, motor activation and control. Swim therapy also provides your child with enhanced self-esteem and confidence in the water. Swimming intensives are great for children who have sensory processing challenges, are sensitive to water, have decreased body strength, or want to learn new strokes. For more information please contact [email protected] Date & Time: June 1st - August 31st (individually scheduled with therapist) Cost: 168/hr billable to insurance 4