 | About ASTRA |
The Spirit of the Southwest
The Arizona State Therapeutic Recreation Association (ASTRA) was founded in 1989 to represent the interests and aspirations of therapeutic recreation professionals in Arizona and surrounding states. ASTRA serves as an advocate for therapeutic recreation to promote the health and well-being of the public through services, education, and research.
Arizona State Therapeutic Recreation Association (ASTRA), a member driven organization, promotes professional excellence in therapeutic recreation by:
- Promoting awareness and understanding of therapeutic recreation among the public and key stakeholders.
- Advancing professional standards and evidence-based practices in the delivery of therapeutic recreation services.
- Advocating for educational excellence to prepare skilled, knowledgeable recreational therapy professionals.
- Supporting research and innovation to strengthen the profession’s impact and effectiveness.
- Fostering strong communication and collaboration with community organizations to ensure unified advocacy and leadership.