Leaps n Boundz

Leaps n Boundz is quite an amazing place. I have never met a group of people who know how to get it so right. Autism can be a very difficult condition to understand. There are a lot of variations and challenges to overcome. I have found that most agencies do not fully grasp autism and don’t really know how to effectively and positively deal with it. This agency does!
Whether they’re doing a camp, a day activity or providing services they are an absolute five star group of folks. As they continue to grow and expand they never cease to amaze me. Whenever my children have attended one of their events they have nothing but praise. Because of the understanding and support of LEAPS N BOUNDZ, my children dont look challenged by their disability when they are at this wonderful place. I can’t tell you what a joy that is for me to see and no doubt for them to experience.

An amazing group of people who care about kids and their families! We love LNB! Our 10 yr old son received private and small group gymnastics for 2yrs, we only stopped because we moved out of the area. We’ve continued to enjoy several family events including their annual «party at the pond» and trips to Big Bear, Yosemite, Malibu and Solvang. We’ve been places and enjoyed things we thought we’d never do with Autism in our family. Every time we are with LNB we create lasting memories because we are surrounded by love and encouragement.

Our six year old son LOVES it there. It has helped him enormously. The instructors are wonderfully kind, well –trained, and attentive to parents. I could hardly be more enthusiastic. We’re lucky to have it in the city where we live.

The people who run & work at Leaps n Boundz have to be the most caring and knowledgable people. This is more than gymnastics, they offer SO much more, social groups, swimming, amazing weekend trips, summer & winter camp, a yearly olympics, etc… We’ve been with LNB since their start up and couldn’t be happier and more priveleged to be affiliated with this group of talented and caring individuals who are doing so much for our special needs children/​adults each and every day:) Thanks to LNB we have fun opportunities that rarely or simply do not exist elsewhere for this population! Keep up the good work LNB! :)

I would give Leaps n Boundz more than 5 stars if I could. This wonderful group of talented people have done more for my son who has autism than any other therapy or intervention. My son began by taking gymnastics (one-​to-​one, adapted for his needs), which he adores, at LNB about two years ago. He now also takes a group gymnastics class where he can hang out with friends and learn to to take turns, work as a team, etc. He recently began a social skills class at LNB with other tweens/​teens, in which he can discuss the issues that come with adolescence, and, as he says, «learn to be in groups.» This class has been great for him so far, and he really enjoys it.
In case you think I’m done: my son has also taken swimming lessons at LNB, and is currently learning to ride a bike with an LNB teacher.
But, I think the very best thing that LNB offers is family trips and outings. With the support of LNB staff, our son has learned to surf in Camarillo and learned to Ski in Big Bear. He’s gone on fishing trips, kayaking excursions, and more. This year, we plan on going on as many LNB trips and outings as we can. They are wonderful for the children, and the parents — who get to enjoy a mini-​vacation and spend time with other parents who are in similar situations.
Coming up in February: a Valentine’s Day dance. (No parents allowed!)
LNB allows children and teens with autism and other disabilities to do sports, enjoy themselves, learn to make friends, and just hang out. That’s not something that comes naturally to some, but it’s something everyone wants. Add to that the bonus of families getting to spend time together in a supportive environment, and you’ve got gold.
As my son wrote the other day, «I go to Leaps n Boundz to feel like a regular kid.»