Welcome to Sensory Seekers: An Inclusive Sensory Play Gym for Children!
We believe children learn best through PLAY. At Sensory Seekers children will discover ways to keep their minds, bodies, and imaginations active and happy!
85 Manchester Street
Concord, New Hampshire
603-333-2879
Welcome to Sensory Seekers!
***Announcements***
Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Closed from 1 - 2pm each day for cleaning!
Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday's Reserved for Birthday Parties and Private Events
We highly recommend calling ahead or reserving your gym time online in advance to make sure we have available spots.
For safety reasons, there is a 20 child maximum allowed in our gym at any given time.
Please note that we are a SHOE-FREE facility!
Socks are optional for children, but Anti- Slip socks are highly encouraged for children who do choose to wear socks!
What to Expect
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Your First Visit
Our Play Space
Waivers must be read and signed by parents / guardians for all children entering the gym, regardless of age or participation.
No food, drinks or shoes are permitted on the blue play mats. These items may be left in the designated cubby area near the front.
We book all play sessions at predetermined/set times.
Our daily time slots are as follows...
Monday - Friday
1 Hour Play: 10-11am, 11-12 noon, 12 - 1pm, 2-3pm, 3-4pm, 4-5pm.
2 Hour Play: 10-12 noon, 2-4pm
Saturday
1 Hour Play: 10-11am, 11-12 noon, 12-1pm, 1-2pm, 2-3pm, 3-4pm, 4-5pm, 5-6pm
2 Hour Play: 10-12 noon, 12 - 2pm, 2-4pm, 4-6pm
We are closed daily from 1-2pm for cleaning and sanitizing and are closed to the public on Sundays.
Sensory Seekers is a specially designed inclusive play space that was designed for children with sensory needs.
Due to the gyms unique design however, ALL children, regardless of their individual abilities, can enjoy and benefit from the programs and play space offered by our gym.
Some of the equipment found in our gym is outlined below.
We frequently move things around, switch out swings, rotate sensory bin contents and add new items!
During open gym, children have unrestricted access to our many swings, climbing structures, slides, sensory bins, art tables, crash pit, calm down room and more! They are encouraged to explore the various areas of the gym at their leisure.
Climbing Structures & Rope Tunnel
For complex motor planning and coordination as well as regulation through joint distraction
Specialty Swings
Suitable for children of all ages – Provides vestibular input, core strengthening for postural control, and increased regulation/focus.
Steam Roller Slide
Providing deep pressure/increased proprioception as well as assisting with motor planning, body awareness and shoulder stability.
Sensory & Weighted Toys
Assisting with sensory integration, auditory processing, regulation/calming, and heavy body work input
Crash Pit
Assists with improved motor planning and sensory input through increased proprioceptive input.
Messy Play Area
Aids in improving fine motor and visual skills.
Gym Rules
SENSORY SEEKERS LLC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Be mindful of others and have fun!!
On the first visit to the gym, all parents/guardians must read & sign waivers for their children.• Mask wearing is not required and is up to the individual families at Sensory Seekers.
• Everyone must sanitize hands after removing shoes.
• Frequent hand sanitizing is encouraged.
• Parents/guardians must remain with the child.
• All children must be accompanied by an adult in the restroom, gym space, and during activities.
• Please only change diapers changes in the restroom. Be sure each child washes their hands thoroughly.
• No food or drink is allowed in the gym space.
• Everybody must remove their shoes before playing in the gym or participating.
• Adults are required to wear socks.
• Children may wear socks or go barefoot, creating an authentic sensory experience. Anti-slip socks or bare feet are preferred/recommended.
• A staff member on the floor will demonstrate proper equipment use as needed. However, you are solely responsible for the safety and well-being of your children. You must supervise your children at all times.
• Equipment is only to be utilized in its regular intended use.
• You must listen to and abide by Sensory Seekers LLC, staff member’s instructions.
• When other patrons are waiting to use a swing or other equipment, please limit your use.
• Therapists who actively work with a child in the gym space are not subject to time restrictions on equipment.
• During therapy sessions, certain pieces of equipment may not be available. Respect other patrons by refraining from electronics (camera, cell phone, tablet, laptop, etc.) unless necessary.
• If you must take a call, keep your ringer and voice volume low.
• Be courteous of other patrons and do not bring sick children to Sensory Seekers LLC.
• Help us all stay healthy and promptly clean up any bodily discharge. Notify a staff member if you need assistance.
• Sensory Seekers LLC is not responsible for loss, damage, or theft of personal effects. This includes, but is not limited to, items placed on the shoe rack or items lost/damaged while playing.
• At its discretion, Sensory Seekers can refuse to allow the use of its facilities and equipment to anyone it so chooses.
• Sensory Seekers LLC reserves the right to close the gym for private events. Be sure to call or check online first.
• Violation of Policies and Procedures may result in having to leave Sensory Seekers.