Create Inclusive Movement Environments

Learn to shift your approach to fitness by designing environments that support participation, adaptability, and meaningful engagement for all individuals.

Rethink How Fitness is Taught

Move beyond accommodations and learn a framework that shifts how you design, deliver, and adapt movement for individuals of all abilities.

Earn a Certificate of Completion

Demonstrate your understanding of inclusive fitness principles with a certificate that reflects your training in this framework.

About The Inclusive Fitness Framework™ Certificate Program

The Inclusive Fitness Framework™ Certificate Program is designed to empower educators, therapists, fitness professionals and community leaders to make movement accessible for individuals of all abilities. Through modules and interactive quizzes, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to create inclusive fitness sessions in various settings- promoting health, participation, and belonging for everyone.

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Tara Simmons Founder, All Abilities Fitness Center & Creator of The Inclusive Fitness Framework™ Dr. Tara Simmons is an educator, researcher, and leader in the field of inclusive fitness and adaptive movement. As the founder of All Abilities Fitness Center and creator of The Inclusive Fitness Framework™, Dr. Simmons has dedicated her career to breaking down barriers that prevent individuals with disabilities from fully participating in physical activity and wellness programs. With a PhD focused on inclusive fitness participation and years of hands-on experience teaching adaptive exercise in schools, universities, and community programs, Dr. Simmons blends academic insight with practical, real-world application. Her work extends beyond instruction to include consulting with schools, organizations, and professionals seeking to build more inclusive environments. Through this work, she supports staff, educators, and community leaders in developing the skills, mindset, and structures necessary to make inclusive fitness both practical and sustainable. Her programs are designed to empower professionals- from educators to therapists to fitness instructors- to create environments where every body can move, participate, and thrive.

Course Curriculum

12 Chapters · 118 Lessons

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    Before we get started

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      Agreement

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      What this training is (and isn't)

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      Who this training is for (and isn't)

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      What you will gain (and won't)

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      What to expect

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    Chapter 1: Introduction to Inclusive Fitness

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      1.1 What is Inclusive Fitness?

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      1.2 Shifting the Lens

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      1.3 Neurodiversity

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      1.4 Movement and Regulation

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      1.5 Physical Needs

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      1.6 Comprehensive Summary: Introduction

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      Chapter 1: Presentation

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      Chapter 1: Quiz

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      Chapter 1: Handout

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      Chapter 1: Handout 2

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      Chapter 1: Infographic

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    Chapter 2: Barriers to Movement

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      2.1 Introduction

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      2.2 Physical Barriers

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      2.3 Sensory Barriers

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      2.4 Understanding, Processing, and Communication Barriers

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      2.5 Systemic & Cultural Barriers

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      2.6 Comprehensive Summary: Barriers to Movement

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      Chapter 2 Quiz

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      Chapter 2: Handout

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    Chapter 3: Benefits of Inclusive Fitness

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      3.1 Introduction

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      3.2 Physical Benefits

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      3.3 Sensory Benefits

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      3.4 Understanding, Processing, and Communication

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      3.5 Social & Community Benefits

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      3.6 Comprehensive Summary: Benefits of Inclusive Fitness

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      Chapter 3: Presentation

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      Chapter 3 Quiz

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      Chapter 3: Summary Handout

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      Chapter 3: Infographic

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      Chapter 3: Benefits Handout

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    Chapter 4: Inclusive Fitness Best Practices

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      4.1 Introduction

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      4.2 Core Elements

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      4.3 Rethinking how Movement is Taught

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      4.4 Predictability and Structure

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      4.5 Communication

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      4.6 Sensory Awareness

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      4.7 Autonomy and Agency

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      4.8 Bias, Self-Reflection, and Attunement

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      4.9 Rapport and Motivation

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      4.10 Comprehensive Summary: Inclusive Fitness Best Practices

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      Chapter 4: Presentation

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      Chapter 4 Quiz

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      Chapter 4: Best Practice Handout

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      Chapter 4: Infographic

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    Chapter 5: Designing a Group Class

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      5.1 Introduction

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      5.2 The Importance of Music

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      5.3 The "Just Right" Challenge

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      5.4 Choices without Shame

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      5.5 Structure

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      5.6 Examples of Structure

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      5.7 Practical Application

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      5.8 Comprehensive Summary: Designing a Group Class

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      Chapter 5: Presentation

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      Chapter 5 Quiz

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      Chapter 5: Infographic

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      Chapter 5: Summary Handout

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      Chapter 5: Activity Ideas

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    Chapter 6: Designing a Private Session

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      6.1 Introduction

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      6.2 Understanding Client Goals

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      6.3 Structuring a Private Session

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      6.4 Adjusting in the Moment

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      6.5 Informed & In-Scope Practice

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      6.6 Rapport

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      6.7 Ending a Session Early

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      6.8 Comprehensive Summary: Designing a Private Session

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      Chapter 6: Presentation

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      Chapter 6 Quiz

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      Chapter 6: Infographic

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      Chapter 6: Core Components Handout

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    Chapter 7: Collaboration

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      7.1 Introduction

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      7.2 Why Collaboration Matters

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      7.3 Leading with Respect

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      7.4 A Supportive Environment

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      7.5 Practical Strategies

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      7.6 Comprehensive Summary: Collaboration

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      Chapter 7: Presentation

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      Chapter 7 Quiz

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      Chapter 7: Collaboration Strategy Handout

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      Chapter 7: Infographic

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    Chapter 8: Behavior IS Communication

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      8.1 Introduction

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      8.2 Assume Competence

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      8.3 Regulation vs. Control

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      8.4 Instructor Presence

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      8.5 Predictability as a Support

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      8.6 Comprehensive Summary: Behavior is Communication

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      Chapter 8: Presentation

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      Chapter 8 Quiz

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      Chapter 8: Infographic

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      Chapter 8: Communication Examples

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      Chapter 8: Summary Handout

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    Chapter 9: Leadership

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      9.1 Introduction

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      9.2 Inclusive Fitness Leadership Framework

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      9.3 Practical Application

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      9.4 Integrity

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      9.5 Leadership in the Community

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      9.6 Comprehensive Summary: Leadership

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      Chapter 9: Presentation

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      Chapter 9 Quiz

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      Chapter 9: Inclusive Fitness Leadership Framework

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      Chapter 9: Infographic

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    Chapter 10: Inclusive Fitness in Real Practice

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      10.1 Introduction

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      10.2 Complexity

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      10.3 Unpredictability

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      10.4 Delayed Impact

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      10.5 Safety

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      10.6 What Comes Next

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      10.7 Closing Reflection

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      Chapter 10: Presentation

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      Chapter 10 Quiz

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      Chapter 10: Core Concepts Handout

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      Chapter 10: Infographic

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    Final Exam

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      Final Exam

What people are saying

The Inclusive Fitness Framework™ is built from real-world application- not theory alone. Here’s what practitioners, families, and programs are experiencing.

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My brothers time in inclusive fitness has increased his physical strength as well as his willingness to try something new. I recall how nervous he used to be to step up onto the bosu (balance) ball. Back then he heavily relied on support to keep his balance as opposed to now- when he hops right up by himself!
Theresa M. 

Caregiver  

We so look forward to your session each week! It feels like it is something special just for us, you are very much appreciated and I feel the participants really enjoy the structure of your lesson...stretching, activities, stretching. Thank you!
Ashley T.

Teacher 

Participating in our weekly inclusive fitness class helps my daughter stay active and moving! She is able to do other activities with more confidence and mobility. 
Jessica L.

Parent

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