For therapeutic programs, intensive interventions, or experiences that need more time to unfold, our Extended Session Rental provides 3 full hours of exclusive access to the Multisensory Environment. This extended timeframe allows for deeper sensory exploration, comprehensive therapeutic activities, and unhurried experiences in our specialized space.
Extended Session Benefits:
More Time for Deep Experiences:
– 3 full hours of private facility access (50% more time than standard rental)
– Allows for slower-paced, child-led exploration
– Time for regulation, activity, and rest cycles
– Opportunity for multiple activities or rotations
– Reduced time pressure for children who need slow transitions
Ideal for Therapeutic Programs:
– Comprehensive occupational therapy sessions
– Intensive behavioral interventions
– Multi-modal therapy approaches
– Assessment and treatment planning sessions
– Group therapy with processing time
Better Value:
– $625 for 3 hours = $208.33 per hour
– Standard rental: $450 for 2 hours = $225 per hour
– Save over $50 compared to adding 30-minute extensions
– Best value for longer sessions
What’s Included in Extended Rental:
Complete Facility Access:
– Full 3-hour exclusive use of MSE facility
– All sensory equipment and resources available
– Private, uninterrupted time
– Climate-controlled, accessible environment
Participant Capacity:
– Up to 6 children included in base rental
– Additional children available ($40 each, max 8 total)
– Supervising adults included at no additional cost
– Appropriate for individual, small group, or family use
Comprehensive Sensory Equipment:
✓ Interactive light walls and projection systems
✓ Bubble tubes with color-changing lights
✓ Fiber optic sprays and curtains
✓ Tactile panels and textured exploration areas
✓ Music and sound systems with adjustable features
✓ Vestibular equipment (multiple swing types, platforms, rockers)
✓ Proprioceptive stations (crash pads, weighted items, resistance activities)
✓ Adjustable lighting for various sensory profiles
✓ Quiet spaces and calming areas
✓ Sensory bins and manipulatives
✓ Age-appropriate toys and activities
✓ Comfortable seating areas for rest and regulation
Professional Staff Support:
– MSE-trained staff on-site for entire 3-hour duration
– Initial safety orientation and equipment demonstration
– Available for questions and equipment guidance
– Safety monitoring and emergency support
– Collaborative support for therapeutic professionals
Perfect For:
Intensive Therapeutic Sessions:
– Comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and treatment
– Extended speech-language therapy with sensory integration
– Physical therapy sessions requiring vestibular and proprioceptive work
– ABA therapy generalization and natural environment teaching
– Play therapy or counseling sessions with sensory components
– Multi-disciplinary team sessions
Group Programs:
– Social skills groups with sufficient processing time
– Therapeutic recreational programs
– Peer interaction groups
– Sibling support groups
– Parent-child interaction therapy
Assessment and Evaluation:
– Comprehensive sensory assessments
– Functional behavior assessments in sensory context
– Occupational therapy evaluations
– Developmental assessments
– Treatment planning observations
Extended Family Experiences:
– Multiple family members needing sensory support
– Grandparent or extended family visits
– Families with multiple neurodivergent children
– Special family bonding time
– Celebrations requiring more time
Training and Education:
– Staff training for schools or agencies
– Parent training on sensory strategies
– Hands-on professional development
– University student observations and practicum
Suggested Session Structures:
3-Hour Therapeutic Format:
– Hour 1: Assessment, warm-up, establishing regulation
– Hour 2: Intensive therapeutic activities and skill-building
– Hour 3: Generalization, practice, cool-down, and planning
3-Hour Family Experience:
– Hour 1: Exploration and discovery, following child’s lead
– Hour 2: Active play and sensory activities
– Hour 3: Calming activities, quiet play, and closure
3-Hour Social Skills Group:
– Hour 1: Arrival routine, warm-up activities, group planning
– Hour 2: Structured social activities and skill practice
– Hour 3: Free choice collaboration, processing, closing circle
Flexible format to meet your specific needs!
Extended Session Policies:
Duration and Timing:
– Full 3 hours of exclusive facility access
– Flexible scheduling during business hours
– Advanced booking required (1 week minimum recommended)
– Setup time included in 3-hour period
Breaks and Rest:
– Designated eating area available (no food near equipment)
– Quiet rest area for regulation breaks
– Bathroom facilities accessible
– Water fountain available (or bring water bottles)
Capacity and Supervision:
– Maximum 6 children included in base price
– Additional children: $40 each (maximum 8 total)
– Adult supervision required at all times
– Recommended ratio: 1 adult per 3 children
– Therapeutic professionals must maintain appropriate supervision
What to Bring:
For Therapeutic Sessions:
– Any necessary assessment or intervention materials
– Data collection forms and tools
– Child’s favorite comfort items
– Snacks if needed (eat in designated area)
– Water bottles
– Any medical or behavioral plans
For Family Experiences:
– Comfortable, movement-friendly clothing
– Socks required for all participants
– Comfort items for regulation
– Light snacks if desired
– Change of clothes for very active children
– Camera for memories (with permission)
Booking and Scheduling:
Advance Booking:
– Reserve at least 1 week in advance (2 weeks recommended)
– Weekend and evening times limited – book early
– Recurring extended sessions available (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)
– Block scheduling for therapy programs (contact us)
Cancellation Policy:
– 72-hour advance notice required for full refund
– 48-72 hours notice: 50% refund
– Less than 48 hours: No refund
– Rescheduling within same month allowed once
– Therapy agencies: Discuss makeup policy options
Rules and Expectations:
Safety Requirements:
– Attend initial 10-minute safety orientation
– Follow all equipment safety guidelines
– Active supervision by adults at all times
– Socks required on equipment
– Aggressive or unsafe behavior addressed immediately
– Emergency procedures followed as instructed
Facility Care:
– Respect all equipment and materials
– Report any damage or concerns to staff
– Help children clean up activity areas
– Leave space generally organized
– Food only in designated eating area
Professional Use:
– Professionals must have appropriate credentials/licensure
– Maintain professional liability insurance
– Follow professional ethical guidelines
– Obtain appropriate consents for services
– Documentation is professional’s responsibility
Available Add-Ons:
Enhance your extended session:
– Additional child ($40 each, max 8 total)
– Further time extension: Additional 30 minutes ($75)
– Staff-led regulation support and coaching ($100)
– Sensory-safe decorations for special occasions ($75)
– Sibling quiet zone setup ($50)
– Equipment consultation for purchase recommendations (contact us)
See individual add-on products for complete details.
Ideal For:
✓ Therapists needing comprehensive session time
✓ Intensive therapeutic interventions
✓ Thorough assessments requiring observation
✓ Groups needing adequate processing and practice time
✓ Families wanting unhurried exploration
✓ Training requiring hands-on demonstration time
✓ Special occasions needing extended celebration
Planning Your Extended Session:
Before Your Session:
– Confirm booking and review policies
– Prepare any materials or activities needed
– Review safety expectations with participants
– Arrange appropriate supervision coverage
– Communicate schedule to all participants
During Your Session:
– Arrive 5-10 minutes early for orientation
– Begin with safety review (included in time)
– Pace activities appropriately across 3 hours
– Include regulation breaks as needed
– Monitor participant energy and engagement
– Conclude with cleanup and closure activities
After Your Session:
– Provide feedback to staff if desired
– Schedule next extended session if ongoing
– Follow up with participants/families as appropriate
Investment: $625 for 3-hour extended rental (up to 6 children)
Exceptional value for intensive therapeutic work, comprehensive programs, or extended family experiences.
Additional participants, further time extensions, and enhanced services available through our add-on products.
