Profiling

This is a volunteer role and is one of the most skilled positions. Profilers have:

• Knowledge of human movement
• Experience in the activity (surfing, paddling or swimming)
• Skill in observation and communication
• Skill in critical thinking

To optimize ability and support function, a profile is used to communicate needed adaptations and supports to aid a person to get into the water and participate in water sports in the least restrictive manner. We can look at performance in a particular water activity to have 3 components: the personal factors, environmental factors, and activity factors. Adaptations to any of these factors can promote performance in a desired activity.

The profile is a snapshot of an individual’s

Physical function, cognitive/communication function, sensory function, and psychosocial function while keeping in mind any precautions.