American Autism Association

They offer educational resources, personal support for families, and therapeutic athletic programs. Their unique recreational programs deliver community-based sports and physical activity programs for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The American Autism Association encourages healthy lifestyles, fosters independence and inclusion, and promotes personal empowerment to better the quality of life for people with autism. They strive to provide support and guidance to families through their journey with autism, aiming to make their vision of equal access to helpful interventions and a life free of judgment or misunderstanding a reality. Their approach is centered around nurturing positive development in social skills, motor coordination, communication, behavior, and most importantly – fun! They host a number of therapeutic athletic and recreational programs for people with autism, ranging from basketball to ballet, tailored to provide unique learning approaches in combination with an affirming environment.