If your child has hypotonia (low muscle tone)
    like our son; sensory motor issues; vestibular
    and proprioceptive difficulties; or auditory,
    language or visual processing delays just to
    name a few,  this page is where you'll find great
    "gyms" that specifically target those areas and
    many others for special needs kids. These
    instructors give our kids the opportunity and
    confidence to take a gymnastics class, for
    example, that gives the body the correct input
    and regulation it needs as well as safely
    teaches how to have fun. It also gives them a
    safe outlet for all their pent-up energy in an
    environment where they can go full speed -- or
    whatever speed they like -- without hurting
    themselves.

    Arlington Therapeutic Recreation/Prevention
    Intervention Office,
    Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N. Park Drive,
    Arlington, VA 22203, 703-228-4740, contact office
    to request a TR brochure,
    www.arlington.va.us/prcr

    We provide Arlington residents who are at-risk, have
    a disability, special need, and/or activity restrictions
    the opportunity to increase their quality of life through
    recreation and leisure pursuits, thereby achieving a
    fulfilling leisure lifestyle.

    Our office provides specialized recreation
    services/programs around prevention and
    intervention to meet identified needs not met through
    traditional recreation programs. Through this
    involvement, individuals gain the knowledge, skills,
    and abilities to participate in community recreation
    experiences that meet their personal interests and
    needs.

    Check out our current listing of specialized
    programs, read about accommodations available
    under Access & Inclusion and call us for assistance
    in selecting a program to best meet your abilities,
    interests and needs.

    Arlington County, Department of Parks,
    Recreation and Cultural Resources,
    2100 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201,
    703-228-3000
    www.arlingtonva.us

    Arlington County Parks & Rec, Therapeutic
    Recreation Department presents Family Fun Night
    is a new drop-in program for families of children and
    teens on the autism spectrum.  On the first Friday
    of every month they plan new leisure activities for
    families to participate in together.  This is a simple,
    low-key opportunity for the community to come
    together and have fun playing and socializing.  Try
    new games, crafts, and sports--activities will vary.
    Please contact Becky Suttell, Parks and Rec. for
    details at 703-228-4740 or
    bsuttell@arlingtonva.us.

    Time: 7:00-8:15 p.m.
    Location: Langston-Brown Center, 2121 N.
    Culpepper St. Fee: $1.00/person, per session, no
    registration

    GMS  Institute, 7226 Newmarket Court, Manassas,
    VA 20109, 703-369-7800,
    www.gmskids.com

    WHAT WE DO:

    Sensory Motor Integration can be best described as
    a multi-sensory approach to addressing the needs
    of children who suffer from various developmental
    delays, low muscle tone, dyspraxia and attention
    deficits. By incorporating methodologies of sensory
    integration and perceptual motor development, the
    SMI approach enables children to sequentially and
    successfully acquire motor capabilities and motor
    planning skills.

    The Minds in Motion Academy
    www.MindsInMotionVirginia.com
    7171 New Market Court, Manassas, VA 20109
    703-392-5055

    Minds in Motion is a movement-based full-time, day
    school in the Northern Virginia area for children on
    the Autism Spectrum and other PDDs. After 30
    years of private and small group therapy, Dr.
    Youssefi and the GMS Institute are excited to launch
    Minds in Motion; combining sensory-motor
    integration with academics.

    With small classes and a curriculum tailored to each
    individual child, Minds in Motion provides daily SMI,
    auditory, visual, and speech therapy along with
    teaching academics.

    Other special services include:
    - Yoga & Gymnastics
    - Adaptive Tae Kwon Doe
    - Hiking, Biking
    - Swimming
    - Horseback Riding
    - Rock climbing wall
    - Music & Dance
    - Arts & Crafts, and more!

    Staff
    - Parviz Youssefi Ed.D, MIM founder and Head
    Master
    - Kamran Manafi, Sensory Motor Integration Head
    Therapist, Curriculum Director
    -Arousha Shahin, M.S MIM administrator and
    Curriculum coordinator

    Advisory Board

    Health and Nutrition
    Kelly Dorfman, MS, LN
    Iona Razi, MD: Homeopath/Pediatrician
    Speech and Language
    Diane Lewis, MA, CCC-SLP, Bobbi Wade,
    Communication Enrichment Services, MAT, CCC-
    SLP
    Social Skills
    Michelle L. Hurst, M. Ed., BCBA
    Educational Advisor
    Patricia Lemer, Author, M. Ed.
    Occupational Therapy
    Christin Sporatie
    Brain Gym
    Mary Rentchler, M. Ed.

    Contact: Diane at diane.h.west@gmail.com

    Bridge to Learning, Yoga for the Special Child,
    Vasanthi Srinivasan, 571-334-8227, 703-796-
    1199, www.bridgetolearning.net,
    bridgetolearning@aol.com

    This program is a comprehensive program that
    provides effective treatment for children, infants to
    adolescents, diagnosed with special needs.

    The Body in Balance Center,
    1423 Powhatan St., Ste. 7, Alexandria, VA 22314,
    703-518-4434,
    www.bodyinbalancecenter.com

    Massage therapy, infant massage, yoga classes for
    adults & children, immune support for children, touch-
    based therapy for children with chronic illness.

    My Gym Children's Fitness Center VA:

    Alexandria, VA, 5810 Kingstowne Ctr.,
    Ste., 110, Alexandria, VA 22315,
    703-971-5437;
    Burke, VA, 9566 Burke Rd., Burke, VA 22015, 703-
    425-5327;
    Chantilly, VA, 4300 Chantilly Shopping Center,
    Suite 2C, Chantilly, VA 20153,
    703-378-3100;
    Hampton Roads, VA,
    188 Arthur Way Newport News, VA 23602,
    757-344-7123,
    www.my-gym.com

    Award-winning programs devised to help children 3
    months-13 years develop physically, cognitively and
    emotionally. Noncompetitive gymnastics, fitness,
    sports, games, song, dance and more.

    Fairfax County Department of Community and
    Recreation Services,
    12011 Government Center Pkwy, Suite 1050,
    Fairfax, VA 22035-1115, 703-324-4FUN, (4386),
    www.fairfaxcounty.gov

    Fairfax County Department of Therapeutic
    Recreation,
    Pennino Building 12011 GOVERNMENT CENTER
    PARKWAY, #1040, FAIRFAX, VA 22035,
    703-324-5532,
    www.fairfaxcounty.gov/rim

    Uses leisure activities as a tool to promote personal
    growth, physical development, and independent
    functioning for individuals with disabilities. Offers
    over thirty-five programs for people with disabilities.
    Assists participants in activities such as learning
    new recreation skills, socializing with peers, getting
    accomodations for participation in community
    activities, and participation in sports activities
    including the wheelchair sports program.

    City of Alexandria Recreation Parks Cultural
    Services Therapeutic Recreation Programs,
    Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria, VA
    22314, 703-519-3353,
    alexandriava.
    gov/recreation/disability_services/therapeutic_progr
    ams.html

    Fairfax County Park Authority - Adapted
    Aquatics, 12055 Govt. Center Pkwy., Ste. 1050,
    Fairfax, VA 22035, 703-324-8565,
    www.fairfaxcounty.gov

    Swimming and water safety classes for adults and
    children with physical and/or developmental
    disabilities.

    Eddie's Club, Inc.,
    P.O. Box 523493, Springfield, VA 22152, 703-304-
    2330,
    www.eddiesclub.org

    Eddie's Club is a non-profit organization geared
    towards giving youngsters, boys and girls ages  4 -
    21 that have any form of disability, an opportunity to
    participate in a supervised, volunteered based,
    activity and recreational program.

    Expressive Therapeutic Movement, Lynne
    Bauer, BIS, LPTA, CMA, RSMT
    Locations: 12487 Rose Path Circle, Fairfax, VA
    22033,
    703-218-0751; 8136 Old Keene Mill Rd. (Cary Bldg),
    Suite A-210, Springfield, VA  22152; Church of the
    Good Shepherd, 2351 Hunter Mill Rd. (Adult Room
    1), Vienna, VA  22181,  
    www.etm-movements.com

    Kids-n-Motion
    3310 Noble Pond Way, Woodbridge, Va 22193,
    703-878-0100,
    lbradshaw05@comcast.net www.kidsnmotion.biz.

    Our program is a comprehensive fitness program for
    young children to improve their motor and hand/eye
    coordination skills. We also strengthen their bodies
    and improve their flexing capabilities to reduce
    chance injuries during playing and sports.

    Jhoon Rhee Arlington Tae Kwon Do,
    Lee Harrison Shopping Center • Lower Level,
    703-532-7433, www.arlingtonkicks.com
    For more than 40 years, Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do
    has led the industry in teaching children, helping
    thousands of kids in the D.C. area develop
    confidence, build self-esteem, and learn life skills
    that last forever.


    Tiny Fingers tiny signs for tiny fingers,
    www.tinyfingers.com

    Sign language classes and books for hearing
    families. Classes are located in Alexandria, Falls
    Church City, Washington, DC, Capitol Hill,
    Montgomery County, Owings Mills, MD, Private,  
    Group Classes

    All classes and workshops were developed by
    Eileen Ladino, a sign language interpreter and
    certified teacher of deaf and hearing children with
    over 15 years of teaching experience.  

    The  best way to reach us is via  email at:
    classes@tinyfingers.com or 703-823-5747

    The Newton School - After-School and
    Weekend Programs for all types of kids ages 5-
    12 years

    Small Group Sessions: Have fun while learning!
    Improve your flexibility, balance, and coordination,
    fine motor and social skills while doing therapeutic
    movement in our 12,000 square foot facility. Our
    trained instructors will tailor the activities to for each
    child's goals and abilities. Activities Facilities
    include a large our foam pit, multiple trampolines, 24
    foot climbing wall, swings, zip lines, scooters,
    obstacle courses, games, music, art, and more!

    Monday - Friday: 3:30-6:00pm
    Sat: 9:30-12:00 and 12:30-3:00pm

    Small groups (4 children per instructor): $50 per
    each 2 1/2 session.

    Private Sessions:

    Academic tutoring for elementary age - Taught by
    experienced our  teachers from The Newton School.
    Tutoring can also done in conjunction with the small
    group therapeutic movement session.
    Tutoring: $40 per hour for one-on-one instruction.

    Auditory Integration Therapy (AIT) - Provided by
    a certified Tomatis instructor.
    AIT: $120 per 90 minute session.

    Interactive Metronome (IM) - Provided by a
    certified Interactive Metronome instructor.
    IM: $80 per hour.

    Infrared sauna treatment. $20 per 30 minute
    session.  Instructor will accompany up to two children
    at one time.

    If you are interested in this program, please contact
    Allison Abraham: aaabraham@thenewtonschool.org
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