Testimonials

"After the very, very good experiences we had in the Dolphin Therapy Center Marmaris in 2008 and 2009, we were certain that we would return.

The atmosphere was warm and friendly as it had been in previous years. As if we had never left. Leon had a lot of fun at Dolphin Therapy. It made us unbelievably happy to watch him. These moments were simply indescribable.

Leon had developed further since our last stay in 2009: amongst the most important aims were the improvement of balance, strengthening of muscles, especially the rump musculature, improvement of posture and stabilization when standing, calming by unrestful behavior, concentration encouragement, improvement of co-ordination and communication and the setting and acceptance of rules.

5 Months after the therapy there have been further developments. Leon has become so confident! He not only eats with his fingers, but also with a spoon, when dressing and undressing he tries to do so many things on his own, more and more he tries to communicate with speech, he sings he dances and participates in movements. He helps laying the table and clearing up and also with the cleaning. Leon’s concentration has improved and he can understand more. He can distinguish between different colors, plays the memory game in a simplified form, his co-ordination has also improved, he draws, enjoys handicraft, builds towers. His whole behavior when playing has changed, he is more communicative with other children and integrates himself in games.

We are really glad and proud of the great development improvements Leon has made to date, due not only to his regular therapy program and attendance in play school but also in very large part to the third dolphin therapy."
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"Amongst other things this form of animal-assisted therapy works through ultra waves that the dolphins use for communication. These ultra waves set the child’s brain in an Alpha state; this is a condition which relaxes the brain but also in which the brain has its strongest learning ability.

Even during the therapy, which comprised Dolphin Therapy, Hippo Therapy and Physiotherapy positive results became evident. These successes are for us inconceivable and phenomenal."
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"We all arrived back safely with wonderful memories of Dolphin Therapy Center in Marmaris.

The therapies widely exceeded my expectations. The personnel were very professional and competent. I would recommend it to everyone. "
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The dolphin therapy for Sandra was again a very nice, intense and successful time.

She has improved a lot. Sandra now talks a lot more, and clearer. She can pronounce clearer the names of friends and family members. Through this our everyday life has become much simpler. Sandra is also pleased to be able to be understood when she says something. One cannot imagine how this promotes the quality of life.

Sandra´s personality has also changed very much. She is a lot calmer and patient.
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"You do very good work, now I even hear sometimes the “s”.

We see Flip daily, as Victoria presses the remote control of the DVD player into our hands every day, and she watches everything, and one can see her “little big head” at work. She has also eaten a whole apple, as if she had never done anything else."
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Waldemar danced, played, sang and swam with Flip during the therapy. I noticed results straight away and am looking forward to further developments. Through the therapy Waldemar has become more concentrated, alert and happy.

The Dolphin Therapy was a great experience for Waldemar, one that he really enjoyed. Waldemar did not want to fly home, he wanted to stay with the dolphins.
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"The young girl could not stand on her own legs. After two weeks of Dolphin Therapy great progress has been made. Victoria is more balanced and in August was able to kneel. An event for the parents that was like Easter, Birthday and Christmas all on one day.

It is like a miracle: The eight year-old girl, after only a few days in Marmaris, could stand up for the first time in her life. Victoria can stand. In Turkey and at home in her garden. One cannot explain this therapy – but it works!"
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"Nico had a lot of luck and was able to take part in dolphin therapy 6 times, a therapy that helped Nico to recuperate from 3 big operations, that helped him to keep in good spirits and enabled him to continue to make progress!

Nico is now a lot more alert, understands instructions and carries them out.

A very special thank you to Barbara Dietrich, who conducted therapy for Nico for five years and with great success!"
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"I am not exactly a “usual” case for this type of therapy. I sought this therapy for myself, not for a child. I’d heard that Dolphin Therapy could be successful in helping sufferers of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Each day in the water with Daisy was relaxing, and magical, in a way I cannot decribe, like she was telling me “the world is okay, it can be great” in her own dolphin way. I think that combined, the therapies I recieved have opened up a whole new world for me. Where before I was too afraid to give myself, and the world, a chance.

But I also feel that there has been a long term change in me. I feel like I was renewed, in a way, and that I now have the confidence in myself, and the desire to see what comes next. I haven’t felt that in so long. - Anna B (Age 25)"
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"Once again, I would like to thank you and the team for the unforgettable days at Onmega Dolphin center! Again, like a year before, we saw immdiate results of the program on Kirill and look forward to see more with each coming day.

Kirill displays more maturity in his movements, he is more and more balanced, tries to jump all the time. He speaks more and more with every day, tries to make up phrases of 2-3 words and tries to pearticipate in a conversation on a par with us."
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"As we had such memorable experiences in 2009 in the Onmega Center, we decided to repeat the adventure a second time. After the first time he began to speak, became generally more open and self confident.

He quickly became more confident, used longer sentences and personal pronouns („we/“us“). We are more than happy about the further progress our son made in the therapy."
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"We are back home safe & sound from our wonderful trip to Turkey.

Jayden´s Hippoterapy at Dolphin Therapy Center in MarmarisJayden had a great time with his new friends Daisy & Flip. He also had Osteo, Physio & “Hippo” (horse riding therapy).

We were able to see a difference in his concentration & awareness at the end of the two week therapy. "
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"Dominik‘s Therapy was a wonderful time which brought about big changes. Dominik got on well with the therapists who cared for him, and naturally us too.

Dominik can move his left hand much better than beforehand. Moreover he can stand up with support. His muscular system is much more relaxed. Dominik can pass various things from his left hand to his right and back again. His torso rotation has also improved. He can stand with support and walk in his trainer. The work of the therapists, the personnel and Dominik has initiated these changes."
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"I was certain that „my“ children were in the best hands here and would be cared for by very well-schooled therapists and doctors.

With tears in my eyes I saw how Dominik stood up, Jaqueline exulted in joy when she played with the dolphins and stretched her hands out to stroke them. The children‘s eyes were clearly more alert and their faces were beaming.

The animals here have really worked small miracles and I was able to satisfy myself that the animals are kept properly and are lovingly treated and cared for."
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"We have a daughter suffering from Epilepsy, she had various treatments at home before the therapy but with little success. She cannot walk, crawl or sit by herself. Her glance was not fixated. Her eating behaviour is also very bad.

After the second therapy session with Daisy she watched the animal and touching it she began to open her hand. At riding after the third session there were improvements in her posture.

Altogether it was two very nice, but strenuous weeks"
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We are very thankful for what you did for Kirill during the course. Kirill has progressed a lot since that! He is much more coordinated now, goes on stairs alone, without any help. He tries to jump, rides bicycle and even tires riding scooter – that’s something I couldn’t even imagine!

I believe, that all he achieved during the past 2 months is with the direct help of you! There are no words to express my feelings and my gratitude to you!
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Additionally to the sessions in the water Tim also had Physiotherapy and riding therapy sessions. As a result the young boy has made definite improvements in his co-ordination, mentally and also in his speech development.

The days in Turkey were a big success. Tim has developed an affinity for animals. He profits enormously from this.
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I can hardly find the words, but I would like to try to express the uniqueness and happiness that we experienced together.

Daisy brought so much joy into Jennifer’s life and it was incredible to see her so happy and boisterous after so many years. Even after such a short time I can register successful developments, and that is all down to your good work.
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Lorenz is an 8 year old boy diagnosed with general retarded development with autistic tendencies.

In September 2007 and September 2009 we were in the Dolphin Center in Marmaris each time for two weeks. The dolphin therapy sessions were always very well prepared, structured and attuned. Both stays were successful as we gained unique, positive and exciting experiences, good tips and ideas on further possibilities in dealing with Lorenz.
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For us it was an unforgettable experience and Nico has even made improvements that were completely unexpected. Since the therapy Nico has spoken his first words and constantly makes sounds. He is also now much more lively and alert and we believe that he will continue to improve.

We definitely recommend this therapy centre, not only because of its positive aspects and the inexpensiveness as opposed to Florida. We think that many families will now have the chance to undertake dolphin therapy. A lot is also to be said of the relatively short flight to Turkey as the long haul to America with disabled children is for many families just not possible.
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We had an unforgettable and also for us parents an instructive time in Turkey with the Onmega Team and the dolphins. From the very first second we felt at home in the Hotel Mares. Everyone was so kind and friendly.

The therapy in Turkey helped Anna and our selves. We have made a lot of progress. Anna’s Grandparents said ‘You’ve brought a different Anna home’. And that is exactly what we have done!
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We had a wonderful time at the dolphin therpie it was good for Carina. A fiew days after beeing back in germany Carina slept much better during the nights and it still continues.
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We bore witness to the attention you gave to the health and well-being of the animals and also to the quality of patient care.
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