<p>Hey there, friend! 💃 In today’s inspiring episode of Adulting with Autism, we step into a space where movement meets neurodivergent empowerment—the incredible Autistic Wings Dance Company, a nonprofit studio founded by mother-daughter duo Amanda and Leta in Colorado Springs.</p> <p>Autistic Wings isn’t your average dance program—it’s a trauma-informed, sensory-aware space built by and for autistic dancers. From ballet to hip-hop, every class is designed with neurodivergent communication, learning styles, and sensory needs in mind—no masking, no pressure, just expression.</p> <p>🩰 What we talk about:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Why traditional dance studios often fail autistic dancers</p> </li> <li> <p>How Autistic Wings created the first IEP-style adaptive dance curriculum</p> </li> <li> <p>The emotional impact of being seen—and not shoved to the side</p> </li> <li> <p>Why therapists are now recommending dance as an alternative form of expression</p> </li> <li> <p>Their mission to expand into a larger, sensory-safe space to serve even more dancers</p> </li> </ul> <p>Whether you're an autism parent, educator, or just someone who believes in inclusion with soul, this episode will move you—literally and emotionally.</p> <p>🌐 Support Autistic Wings Dance Company: 📍 <a href="https://www.autisticwingsdancecompany.org/">autisticwingsdancecompany.org</a> 🎁 Donate or sponsor a class to keep tuition affordable for ALL neurodivergent dancers 🎧 Listen to Amanda & Leta’s podcast: Leta's Tap Styles 📸 Follow on TikTok & IG: @AutisticWingsDance | @LetaTapStyles</p> <p>☕ Love the show? Fuel us on <a href="http://buymeacoffee.com/adultingwithautism">Buy Me a Coffee</a> 🎁 Join our Discord—1,000th member wins $100 + exclusive podcast merch 📲 Subscribe on Spotify | Apple | YouTube | Podbean</p> <p>💬 COMMENT: What kind of support would you have loved as a neurodivergent kid? 🔔 FOLLOW for more episodes featuring neurodivergent creators, change-makers, and trailblazers</p> <p>#AutisticWings #NeurodivergentDance #AdaptiveDance #AutismInclusion #LetaTapStyles #InclusiveMovement #AutismParenting #SensoryFriendlyPrograms #AutismSupport #SponsorReadyPodcast #AdultingWithAutism #PodMatch</p>