Summary

In this episode, Steve Good interviews Peter Wilson, the Managing Director of Determined II, about his program called Immersion Therapy. Peter shares his personal journey of recovery after a life-threatening accident and how it inspired him to create a therapy program that utilizes scuba gear and the swimming pool. The program focuses on physical, mental, and social health, and participants engage in various activities tailored to their goals and interests. Determined II is expanding its services nationally in partnership with Belgravia Leisure. Peter emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and creating accessible facilities for all community members.

Takeaways

Immersion Therapy is a unique therapy program that utilizes scuba gear and the swimming pool to improve physical, mental, and social health.

The program is designed to be inclusive and tailored to individual goals and interests.

Determined II is expanding its services nationally in partnership with Belgravia Leisure.

Creating accessible facilities and programs is crucial for promoting inclusivity and allowing all community members to benefit from aquatic activities.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weather Update

01:14 Introduction of Peter Wilson and Immersion Therapy

03:04 Background and Interests of Peter Wilson

04:03 Hobbies and Interests

05:33 Adaptive Sports and Equipment

06:37 Peter Wilson's Accident and Recovery

10:18 Motivation to Start Determined II and Immersion Therapy

12:43 Expansion and Collaboration with Belgravia Leisure

14:12 Program Design and Evolution

16:15 Scuba Gear and Immersion Therapy

18:39 Activities and Benefits of Immersion Therapy

21:28 Expansion of Immersion Therapy

24:31 Funding and Insurance for Immersion Therapy

27:25 Aquatic Programs and Inclusion

29:04 Meeting the Demand for Aquatic Programs

32:34 Contacting Determined II and Belgravia Leisure

35:42 Closing Remarks

Determined2 Website: https://determined2.com.au/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/determined2australia/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/determined2/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@determined2171

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