We Rock the Spectrum Opens in Annapolis

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — We Rock the Spectrum announces the grand opening of its first gym for children with autism and other needs in Maryland: We Rock the Spectrum – Annapolis, according to a news release.

The opening will be accompanied by an all-day celebration on April 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the new gym at 160 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park.

The event is open to the public, and families with children from all walks of life are encouraged to attend.

We Rock the Spectrum provides sensory-safe play for kids with autism, special needs, and neurotypical development.

Each gym features ten pieces of sensory-safe equipment specifically designed to work with many of the sensory processing issues that children on the spectrum face, while providing all children with the sensory-diet necessary for improved learning and neurological development.

For example, the zip line helps children with vestibular sensations and sensory feedback, while allowing them to better develop upper-arm and core strength.

Each We Rock the Spectrum location offers unique classes, children’s day camp opportunities, arts and crafts, additional pieces of play equipment, and more.

Courtney and Billy Cahill are the new owners of We Rock the Spectrum – Annapolis. Courtney is a special educator and occupational therapy assistant. The couple has two boys, and both feel very passionately about helping the special needs community.

“I believe it is my calling to not only come to understand children with special needs, but to help others learn to communicate with and advocate for them as well,” says Courtney Cahill.

The celebration is open to any child, regardless of his or her developmental level. Children will be able to play with all of the specialized equipment, including the trampoline, swings, and the zip line.

Admission is $12 per child, and 20% of the proceeds will go to the My Brother Rocks the Spectrum Foundation.

The CEO and founder of We Rock the Spectrum, Dina Kimmel opened the first gym in Tarzana, CA, after her son was diagnosed with autism, and she struggled finding a safe place that both her son and her daughter could go together.

The motto for all We Rock the Spectrum gyms is “Finally a place where you never have to say I’m sorry!”