Magnify Autism and Rivertown Academy Swim Scholarships
Ezekiel Rogers
“Ezekiel had a great time with the program. I am happy we were given this opportunity by Magnify Autism for Ezekiel to attend swimming lessons that he really enjoyed. The staff at Rivertown Academy was very supportive, warm, friendly, and understanding with working with children on the spectrum. Ezekiel looked forward to Saturday’s. Thank you again. “
Juan Usher
“Juan Jr. was able to go underwater and tried to swim to the ladder. The instructor's are amazing. My son is gaining confidence and it makes me so proud. If it wasn’t for Magnify Autism Inc and Rivertown Academy, he would not have been able to enjoy this weekly experience. Thank you!”
-Mrs. Usher.
Dylon Simpson
I would like to thank Magnify Autism for awarding this scholarship to my son Dylan Simpson. He enjoyed every minute of it, and would love to opportunity to come back and continue lessons.
-Adrienne
David Gonzalez
We’ve enjoyed taking Justin to the Swimming classes at the Rivertown Academy. Justin was granted a scholarship from Magnify Autism early this year for five free lessons.
All instructors are really excellent! It’s evident that people working here are passionate about swimming and deeply care about all the students having a great time, staying safe and learning solid swimming skills. The facility is beautiful/well up kept and pools, showers, restrooms and changing rooms are clean.
He was able to learn many solid swimming skills On the second lesson he felt safe enough to remove his assistive swimming device. During his final 2 lessons Justin was over stimulated at the facility and the staff knew exactly how to support his needs.
With the right guidance from the swimming instructors Justin was able to take advantage of this scholarship. We are extremely grateful for the opportunity provided by Magnify Autism and Ms. Escobar’s assistance with the process.
Thank you Magnify Autism & Rivertown Academy!
-Yajaira Colon
Justin
The Rivertown Academy is an amazing swimming program. Not only are they friendly but they provide a safe and loving environment for all swimmers. As a mom of a special needs child it is hard to find programs that will cater to our child’s need. For me, all I want is my son to be treated the same like any other child but offer a little bit of patience and hand over hand learning. I can confidently say the Rivertown Academy delivers.
Each staff member at the academy have their own unique swimming style. I love that they are always willing to listen to any adjustments or suggestions. My son knew how to swim but I wanted to know if he was confident and if there was anything else he could learn. I am happy to say the academy did just that. The Rivertown Academy taught my son how to properly fully extend his arms when swimming, swimming backwards, diving much more confidently, and extending his arm safely once he is close to the wall to avoid any injury. To see my son swim from four feet to eleven feet back and forth was phenomenal. Something I will forever cherish and feel grateful for.
Thank you for giving my son an opportunity of a lifetime and hope someday we will meet again. I do hope other family members with special needs children consider joining this program.-Cristina Ortiz
I want to thank MaginifyAutsim for blessing my daughter Loyalty with a swimming scholarship at the Rivertown Aquatics. Your organization has given my daughter the confidence to learn how to swim in a comfortable setting with swim instructors that are very understanding and patient with her special needs. Loyalty is very ecstatic to swim with her instructor and has learned so much. We thank you so much for giving my daughter a chance. Thank you for being an organization that truly cares. ❤️
Tanary Ponce
My name is Tanary Ponce and my son’s name is Liam Nunez he is nine years old. Liam has autism and is nonverbal which can make it a little challenging to find appropriate classes for him. He has always loved water and as many parents with children on the spectrum know this can cause a lot of emotions especially fear. Liam has been receiving swim classes for two years this has helped in many ways especially causing Liam to be more aware and safe when in water. These classes are quite pricey so once I came across Magnify Autism Inc swim lessons scholarship I was so amazed. The application process was smooth and Johanna offered her assistance throughout the process. When Liam was chosen I was so happy and excited. During the course of the classes Liam was greeted with a friendly “Hello” from all staff members at RiverTown Aquatics. He was also given time to take breaks if need and treated with the utmost respect. Upon the completion of the classes Liam has now gain more skills to use during swimming some including the use of his arms, floating, and the use of his legs while swimming long laps. His instructor was kind and helpful while Johanna provided open communication during the weeks Liam was attending his classes with friendly check in’s.
Thank you Magnify Autism Inc for providing Liam with the opportunity to have these amazing classes I know he will have these memories for life and I will always cherish everything this organization does for children with Autism!!
- Tanary Ponce