Six Flags Offers Thrills, Inclusivity and Safety for Everyone
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:SIX) has launched a specialized restraint harness for guests with physical disabilities, marking it as the first theme park to offer access to all thrill rides. The parks are now Certified Autism Centers™, enhancing inclusivity for autistic guests through staff training and sensory guides. Approximately 98% of rides feature the new harness, and initiatives include dedicated sensory areas and an Accessibility Card program. These steps demonstrate Six Flags' commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across its 27 parks in North America.
- Introduced specialized restraint harness for guests with physical disabilities, allowing access to all thrill rides.
- All Six Flags properties are now Certified Autism Centers™, improving inclusivity for autistic guests.
- 98% of rides are equipped with the new harness, demonstrating significant investment in accessibility.
- Additional programs include sensory guides, low sensory areas, and the Accessibility Card program.
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Expands Access for Guests with Physical Disabilities and Autism
In addition, as the world’s first theme park company to be accredited, at all properties, as Certified Autism Centers™, autistic guests and their families can now explore more inclusive options while visiting the parks. This accreditation is in partnership with the International
“Six Flags is proud to be the industry leader on these innovative programs that allows our guests to enjoy the more thrilling rides that our parks have to offer,” said
Six Flags leads the industry as the first theme park company to manufacture and offer a custom restraint harness, with multiple sizes that are able to accommodate riders with physical disabilities such as a missing limb or appendages starting at 54” tall. Approximately 98 percent of all Six Flags theme park rides are equipped with an individually designed harness. Certain rider restrictions and qualifications will apply.
“Six Flags is synonymous with thrills, but safety and inclusivity is the cornerstone of everything we do,” said
This groundbreaking restraint harness system, coupled with the Certified Autism Center™ accreditation, are just two examples of Six Flags’ dedication to diversity and inclusion for all guests. IBCCES conducted onsite reviews of Six Flags parks across the country, as well as in
As Certified Autism Centers™, US-based Six Flags Parks will provide:
- Trained, helpful, front-line team members equipped to better assist autistic guests and those with other sensory sensitivities to help them enjoy their time at each park;
- A sensory guide for every attraction that provides insight into how the attraction or ride may be affected by each of the five senses to make it easier for individuals and families to plan activities that align with their needs;
- Low sensory areas to allow guests with sensory sensitivities to take a break and relax in a less stimulating environment;
- An updated Accessibility Guide will be available online on each park accessibility page and Guest Services area; and
- Park-wide implementation of the IBCCES Accessibility Card program. This is a free online program with mobile app option for guest to use when requesting assistance or accommodations at any of the Six Flags parks. To learn more about the program visit accessibilitycard.org.
“Completing the certification process across all of the US parks is a momentous accomplishment for the Six Flags team. We know they are committed to continuous improvement and being a leader in this industry, and we look forward to supporting their teams in the future as they continue improving accessibility for all visitors at their parks," said
To learn more about Six Flags Entertainment Corporation’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, visit sixflags.com/diversity.
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