AUTISM FITNESS
"Young people with autism often have deficits in gross motor skills, including strength, stability, and movement planning. New research also suggests that individuals with autism, because of sedentary lifestyle and a lack of access to regular fitness programs, are more likely to become overweight and/or obese than their peers. A proactive approach to fitness as a part of life can not only close some of these movement gaps, but enhance a variety of skills including: – Physical abilities (strength, stability, coordination, motor planning, strength endurance) – Social skills (when activities are performed appropriately with peers) – Self-esteem (when reinforcement is delivered consistently and mastery occurs) – Independence (when the athlete uses physical skills to perform daily life tasks on his/her own) – Cognitive functioning (possible through the enhancement of certain areas of the brain as a result of regular physical activity)"
Eric Chessen, M.S.
Founder, Autism Fitness
We are excited to announce that our social coach, Noah Springer, who is also a certified personal trainer, has completed Level1 training as an Autism Fitness Trainer. Please inquire about how Noah can help your child with his specialized skills in personal fitness training for people who are on the Autism spectrum.
Noah U. Springer, B.S. ABA
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties: Youth Exercise & Nutrition
BOKS Lead Trainer Certified
Fit Kids for Life Trainer for Reversing Childhood Obesity
Eric Chessen, M.S.
Founder, Autism Fitness
We are excited to announce that our social coach, Noah Springer, who is also a certified personal trainer, has completed Level1 training as an Autism Fitness Trainer. Please inquire about how Noah can help your child with his specialized skills in personal fitness training for people who are on the Autism spectrum.
Noah U. Springer, B.S. ABA
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Specialties: Youth Exercise & Nutrition
BOKS Lead Trainer Certified
Fit Kids for Life Trainer for Reversing Childhood Obesity
R.I.S.E.
Rise up, Interact, build Strength, Exercise
(ages 10+) may be co-ed, girls, or boys **NEW PROGRAM***
This program is designed for children ages 10-18 with social/emotional or sensory sensitivities. R.I.S.E. will provide opportunity for the participants to learn the basics of healthy living including physical fitness, mindfulness and nutritional health in a socially supportive environment. Children with these specific needs do not typically access public gyms, parks or fitness facilities due to the nature of their disabilities. Therefore they are typically isolated and involved in sedentary activities which lead to low muscle tone, high body mass index, lack of confidence and a poor self-image. RISE is designed to activate them physically and socially while improving self confidence and providing facilitated social opportunity. Activities may include gentle strength training, stretching/yoga, mindfulness, health and nutrition instruction, conditioning, cardio exercise, Autism Fitness
Anticipated SUMMER SCHEDULE 2019: July 15 - August 23, 6 weeks
WEDNESDAYS 4:00 & 5:00
(This program is in development and schedule is subject to change.
we are currently determining interest so please let us know if you are interested!)
Rise up, Interact, build Strength, Exercise
(ages 10+) may be co-ed, girls, or boys **NEW PROGRAM***
This program is designed for children ages 10-18 with social/emotional or sensory sensitivities. R.I.S.E. will provide opportunity for the participants to learn the basics of healthy living including physical fitness, mindfulness and nutritional health in a socially supportive environment. Children with these specific needs do not typically access public gyms, parks or fitness facilities due to the nature of their disabilities. Therefore they are typically isolated and involved in sedentary activities which lead to low muscle tone, high body mass index, lack of confidence and a poor self-image. RISE is designed to activate them physically and socially while improving self confidence and providing facilitated social opportunity. Activities may include gentle strength training, stretching/yoga, mindfulness, health and nutrition instruction, conditioning, cardio exercise, Autism Fitness
Anticipated SUMMER SCHEDULE 2019: July 15 - August 23, 6 weeks
WEDNESDAYS 4:00 & 5:00
(This program is in development and schedule is subject to change.
we are currently determining interest so please let us know if you are interested!)
