The project Olas de Alma Argentina
ToSwim Inclusive supports the project Olas del Alma.
Inclusive project "Olas de Alma Argentina"
- Santa Clara del Mar, Argentina.
- hola@olasdelalmaargentina.org
- (+549) 223 597 6153
Olas del Alma Argentina – Terapia de Surf
We are an organization dedicated to helping children and adolescents in situations of social risk with a program designed to have a positive impact on their well-being and mental health.
Our mission is: “To promote the comprehensive mental health well-being of children and adolescents in vulnerable situations within our community.”
Our vision is: “To establish ourselves as a reference point for SURF THERAPY, expanding it across the country and creating pillars of support.
THE PROGRAMME
Our Surf Therapy program combines evidence-based therapeutic activities with surfing. The beach serves as a safe space where participants are guided by attentive coaches and given the opportunity to learn new skills to cope with their challenges.
We provide a safe space, supportive mentors, the fun and challenging activity of surfing, support and opportunities, skills and behaviors for well-being, with a focus on building healthy relationships and developing skills to manage stress.
Surf therapy combines the benefits of sport with activities that help young people build strong relationships, identify emotions, increase their confidence, and develop a positive outlook for the future.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to surf the waves and speak openly about mental health without fear of judgment.
Through our Surf Therapy program, we aim to combine the fun activity of surfing with the fulfillment of these 3 basic psychological needs.
Opportunity
Mastering difficult situations and having new experiences are essential for developing a cohesive sense of self. Surfing provides the perfect playground to experience and practice both.
Relationship
People need to experience a sense of belonging and connection with others. Surfing has an inclusive nature, allowing for social interactions and positive friendships.
Autonomy
People need to feel in control of their own behaviors and goals. This sense of being able to take direct action leads to real change and plays an important role in helping individuals feel self-determined.
The Surf Therapy program was developed for young people growing up in underserved and disadvantaged communities, where opportunities are scarce.
Surf Club, Training Academy
Destined for those young people who have completed our Annual Surf Therapy Program, who have embraced the values, and wish to continue as mentors in training.
The SURF CLUB offers sessions focused on deepening the methodology, reviewing the program’s activities and tools, to prepare them for the role of mentors during sessions with children in the new program.
The impact is highly beneficial, as they are the ones who pass on the values and activities to the new group.
The goal of this program is to provide experiences and opportunities that enrich our young mentors, so that in the future they can become healthy leaders within the community.
We offer training through courses, workshops, and certifications, such as CPR and First Aid, Surf Instructor training, among others.
Our Essence:
- The teachings of Olas del Alma are based on the theory of self-determination, which suggests that people are motivated to grow and change by three basic and universal needs.
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