https://www.getautismactive.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Today-with-Maura-and-Daithi-Friday-07-December-2018-RTÉ-Player.mp4 Being interviewed on The Today Show with Maura and Daithi was an uplifting experience. Today I shared a brief outline of my life with Tomás and our continuing journey in the world of autism. I recounted how as a mother, I returned to complete a PhD in autism and motor impairment and have since…
Delighted to celebrate the launch of my book with family, friends and colleagues in Cork City Hall with the Deputy Lord Mayor officiating. This was a very special evening where Stephen Murphy opened and closed proceedings with his usual elegance and grace, while Paul Ryan demonstrated why the friendship and work we shared over the…
Dr Susan Crawford, Lecturer in Sports Studies and Physical Education, University College Cork gave details ahead of an autism awareness evening at the Temple Gate Hotel on Thursday next (November 29) from 6-8pm. It is for parents, teachers, SNAs and businesses.
2018/11/29 18:00:00 When Booking its important to click the time (6:00pm) after you select the date.
2018/11/27 18:00:00 When Booking its important to click the time (6:00pm) after you select the date.
We are delighted to receive a glowing peer review of our latest publication, “Fundamental Movement Skill Acquisition for Children and Adults with Autism” from Dr. Nancy l. Megginson, professor of Adapted Physical Activity in San Jose University, USA. The book is available online for purchase and you can read her review here: Dr. Susan Crawford’s…
My passion for addressing quality of life issues for children and adults with autism began when my only child Tomás, was diagnosed with the condition, at the age of two. This was back in 1998, when services were scarce and educational provision was just evolving.
Hi All, Ronan (my web developer who has been holding my hand, literally!) and I are very excited to be launching www.GetAutismActive.com. We look forward to your engagement with the programme. This has been the culmination of many days, months and years of work so I’m really proud to see it finally come this far.…
http://www.getautismactive.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Autism-Stretches-and-Pilates.mp4 Here are a series of appropriate stretches to use before and after practicing Fundamental Movement Skills.
http://fiontair.ie/getautismactive/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Overarmthrow.mp4 Identifying Features Arm is swung backward in preparationOpposite elbow is raised for balanceThrowing elbow moves forward horizontally as it extendsTrunk markedly rotates to throwing side during preparatory actionThrowing shoulder drops slightlyDefinite rotation through hips, legs, spine, and shoulders during throwWeight during preparatory movement is on rear footAs weight is shifted, there is a step…