Adapted Strength and Fitness Program

The Adapted Strength and Fitness Program (ASFP) is an individually tailored functional fitness program designed for individuals with diverse abilities and impairments. Our goal is to promote physical development, confidence, and wellbeing in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Program details

Many individuals with a disability face real challenges when it comes to being physically active, from physical and environmental barriers to uncertainty about where to start. As a result, people with disabilities are often less physically active, which can lead to poorer health outcomes over time.

Participation in regular physical activity can:

• improve independence
• positively impact mental health
• enhance cognitive function
• improve sensory processing
• increase attention and focus
• increase social contact and facilitatesocial/community re-entry.

Sessions are delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist in a welcoming, supportive group environment while having direct supervision should you need it.

Program development includes the design and tailoring of individual exercise plans and progression tracking.

What's included

• Initial assessment: One-on-one consultation to identify your goals, abilities and individual needs.
• Individual introduction sessions: Up to 4 x 1:1 sessions to build confidence and readiness for group sessions.
• Group training: Transition into small group classes (max. 3 participants)
• 8-week program: Includes strength exercises, functional training, and interactive games.
• Ongoing support: Progress is reviewed every 8 weeks with a re-assessment and program update.

Eligibility

Our focus is on individuals with complex physical, neurological and mental health conditions, from children through to older adults. Specific conditions include, but are not limited to:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD)
• Developmental Coordination Disorder(DCD)
• Down Syndrome
• Cerebral Palsy
• Brain Injury
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Mental Health Conditions
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Stroke
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Spina Bifida
• Parkinsons Disease
• Epilepsy
• Cystic Fibrosis.