Autism Reality Experience - Ipswich (pm)

The autism tour will be visiting various locations and dates across Suffolk, more dates and locations to be released soon!

Step into the world of neurodiversity – gain insight, empathy, and tools for inclusive support.

The Autism Reality Experience (ARE) is a groundbreaking, immersive, and hands-on training session designed to give neurotypical people a genuine insight into the sensory processing challenges faced by those on the autism spectrum.

Developed by Glenn Knight, CEO of Training 2 CARE, in collaboration with over 150 autistic individuals, this powerful experience helps participants to truly grasp the everyday realities that many neurodivergent people live with.

The Autism Reality Experience goes far beyond theory—it challenges conventional thinking and gives delegates the chance to feel the impact of:

· Hypersensitivity to sound, light, and other sensory inputs

· Sensory overload and the emotional/physical effects it causes

· Proprioceptive hyposensitivity (difficulty sensing your body in space)

· Vestibular hypersensitivity (balance and movement challenges)

· Language processing difficulties, including following instructions

· Inflexibility of thought and the need for routine or structure

· Navigating environments that are not designed to meet your needs

The Autism Reality Experience doesn’t just inform—it transforms. By using specially designed sensory-altering equipment, delegates are placed into a simulated environment that mirrors the sensory challenges faced by many autistic individuals.

This short, powerful experience is followed by a comprehensive debrief to help you reflect on what you've learned and explore practical changes you can make to your practice, environment, and communication.

This training is invaluable for anyone working in:

· Health and social care

· Education and early years settings

· Community services and public-facing roles

· Housing and supported living

· HR and leadership roles aiming to foster neuroinclusive workplaces

Whether you're supporting autistic individuals directly or working to shape more inclusive policies and environments, the Autism Reality Experience will leave you with deepened empathy, understanding, and actionable strategies for change.

Training Provider: Training 2 Care

Parking info

No parking onsite please use one of the nearby car parks. Please see map below

West End Road Car park

ipswich village car park - Search

Portman Road Carpark

Portman Road A car park | ipswich.gov.uk

Cancellation policy: In the event of you no longer being able to attend the workshop, we require 7 days notice in order to issue a refund. We can transfer your ticket to an alternative date if spaces are available and given at least 24 hours notice. If you are unwell on the day we can refund your ticket once you have rebooked onto an alternative session.

Please note: Your deposit will be fully refunded upon attending the course.

If you require further information please contact us at [email protected]k

Other locations and dates in Suffolk to be released soon.

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