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Understand the Diagnosis but Train the Individual

Online courses in adaptive and inclusive fitness designed by a diverse and distinguished team of more than 30 educators. An evidence-based exploration of systems and strategies to design effective programs and accessible environments. Course proceeds fund AdaptX programming, including our grants for adaptive athletes.

01 — Learn

Evidence-Based Instruction

Coursework grounded in current research on disability, movement science, and inclusive programming, developed with clinicians and adaptive athletes.

02 — Practice

Guided Application

Assignments and assessments that allow you to apply what you've learned and ongoing support to answer any questions you have.

03 — Certify

Distinguish Yourself

Earn a qualification that sets you apart from other professionals and introduces you to a large population of potential clients that others aren't serving.

Approved for CEUs Through

  • NCTRC seal: the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, established 1981
  • NASM Approved Provider mark
  • ACE Approved mark
  • NSCA CEU Approved mark
  • canfitpro Continuing Education Credits Approved Provider seal

Addressing Barriers Through Education

Too many people with disabilities feel excluded from fitness.

  • 73.3%

    of people with disabilities do not believe fitness facilities are accommodating.

  • 84.3%

    of people with disabilities do not believe fitness programs are inclusive of those with disabilities.

  • 90.9%

    of people with disabilities do not believe exercise professionals are adequately trained.

We Are Changing That.

Course Catalog

Principles and Best Practices of Inclusive Fitness

Self-paced, CEU-approved, and designed by a diverse and distinguished group of more than 30 educators with professional and personal experience.

Testimonials

Hear from coaches like you and how this course impacted their approach to inclusive fitness.

  • “It's by far the best adaptive training program that I have found. I have scoured the earth across all continents to try and find a program that is as comprehensive, as detailed, as engaging, and as fun as the program from AdaptX.”

    Michael Hynard

  • “The AdaptX curriculum is hands down a treasure trove of extraordinary knowledge that's helping equip fitness professionals to run effective programs in accessible ways.”

    Jessica Lewis

  • “I was not, and still am not, a certified personal trainer — but I find the content very approachable, very comprehensive, and a good resource for anyone who wants to work in that space of adapting fitness so that it provides accessibility and inclusivity.”

    Roni Andrew

Our Education Team

Coaches, clinicians, and adaptive athletes that contribute to the literature and shared their lived experience.

  • Brendan AylwardInstructional Designer
  • Adam Bleakney, PLYWheelchair Training
  • Sydney Bouder, MSNeurodiversity
  • Julianne ClinaDown Syndrome

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