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Coach your ASD and Neurodiverse athletes to successful outcomes. Through the Pro Certification, your newfound confidence will elevate their experience wherever you practice.

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The Autism Fitness

Level 1 Certification

Coach your ASD and Neurodiverse athletes to successful outcomes. Through the Level 1 Certification, your newfound confidence will elevate their experience wherever you practice.

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How Do I Get Certified?

Simple steps. Remarkable results.

Step 1

Get Registered

Step 2

Complete Your online Course

Step 3

Attend your Live Virtual or in-person Practical

 

 

 

 

 

How Do I Get Certified?

Simple steps. Remarkable results.

Step 1

Get Registered

Step 2

Complete Your Course

Step 3

Attend The Live Virtual Practical

Certification Highlights

Self Paced  Online Classes

Immersive learning with over 10 hours of education covering every aspect of programming, behavior support, and coaching from concepts to real-world practice. - $450 VALUE

Certified Pro  PDF Guidebook - $75 value

Autism Fitness Pro exam  with expert feedback- $250 value

Certificate upon completion- $100 value

Full Day Virtual  or in-person Practical

A full day of live, interactive, hands-on practice via Zoom or 

*in-person to accelerate your coaching ability and answer your questions. - $1500 value 

 

* Select dates and locations

Coaching Community on Voxer app 

Bringing You Best Updates in best practices and programming

with other Certified Pros, Experts, and Masters - $350 value

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Certification Highlights

8-Self Paced Classes

Immersive learning with over 15 hours of education covering every aspect of programming from concept to real-world practice.

Full Day "Live" Virtual Practical

A full day of live, interactive, hands-on practice via Zoom to accelerate your coaching ability and answer your questions.

Ongoing Continuing Education

Bringing You Best Updates in best practices and programming

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Check out What Our Pros Have To Says

What They Have.....And What You Get

Jose Caro

Founder of Redi Fit, M.S. in ABA, Autism Fitness Level 2 Pro

“The Autism Fitness Level 1 certification has given me a set of tools that allows me to appropriately assess each athlete individually, in a field where we continue to provide proper care to the athletes I work with everyday. I’ve been certified since 2017, and since then, I’ve been successful in working with many athletes of all ages in improving their quality of life. Many of my athletes are not only looking forward to our sessions together, but they are also motivated and developing independent skills by being able to successfully complete many of the exercises within their programs on their own”

Chrissy Blanchard

Doctoral student in Special Education, Old Dominion University in Virginia. Former Head APE Teacher.

"Best. Training. Ever. My students are benefitting tremendously from Autism Fitness."

Mae Lynn  Airlinghaus

PhD Psychology, Coach,  and Parent of ASD Adult 

“Good coaches know that understanding your athletes’ particular needs is essential. This is especially true when working with athletes with autism. Parents know that our kids with autism need fitness coaching that goes beyond what’s already available. Autism Fitness is THE key to unlocking the physical, adaptive, and cognitive differences that define this population. Whether you are a personal trainer or a parent, educate yourself in the methods of Autism Fitness. This is what you’ve been looking for.”

 

 

 

 

 

Check out What Our Pros Have To Says

What They Have....And You Can Get

Jose Caro

Founder of Redi Fit, M.S. in ABA, Autism Fitness Level 2 Pro

“The Autism Fitness Level 1 certification has given me a set of tools that allows me to appropriately assess each athlete individually, in a field where we continue to provide proper care to the athletes I work with everyday. I’ve been certified since 2017, and since then, I’ve been successful in working with many athletes of all ages in improving their quality of life. Many of my athletes are not only looking forward to our sessions together, but they are also motivated and developing independent skills by being able to successfully complete many of the exercises within their programs on their own”

Chrissy Blanchard

Doctoral student in Special Education, Old Dominion University in Virginia. Former Head APE Teacher.

"Best. Training. Ever. My students are benefitting tremendously from Autism Fitness."

Mae Lynn  Airlinghaus

PhD Psychology, Coach,  and Parent of ASD Adult 

“Good coaches know that understanding your athletes’ particular needs is essential. This is especially true when working with athletes with autism. Parents know that our kids with autism need fitness coaching that goes beyond what’s already available. Autism Fitness is THE key to unlocking the physical, adaptive, and cognitive differences that define this population. Whether you are a personal trainer or a parent, educate yourself in the methods of Autism Fitness. This is what you’ve been looking for.”

 

 

 

 

 

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Question

Here Are a Few Common Questions

Does this Program work with other Developmental Disabilities and Neurodivergencies? 

The Autism Fitness Certification and PAC Profile were developed to work with individuals of any age or ability level. The program has also been used successfully with other Neurodiverse challenges including Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, PDD-NOS, ADHD, and others. 

 

Early on, Founder Eric Chessen found success working with individuals who had significant physical, motivational, and cognitive challenges. That led to the development, testing, and validation of the PAC Profile Method, the core of the Autism Fitness Level 1 program. 

 

Using the PAC Assessment to determine the best approach for each athlete, you will be able to create effective programs in any situation.

 

Knowing the physical, adaptive/behavioral, and cognitive challenges of ASD, it is crucial that the concepts and strategies can work for anyone. That's what you'll get in Level 1.

 

Whether your athlete is highly motivated or won't (yet) perform a single exercise, you will know exactly how to meet them where they are now.

Who is this Certification For? 

- BCBAs

- Physical and Occupational Therapists

-Registered Behavior Technicians

- Adapted PE Instructors

- Personal Trainers

- Speech Therapists/SLPs

- Recreation Specialists

- Parents and Family Members 

How Long Does the Certification Take?

The 9-session classes are 90 minutes each and it typically takes an attendee 4-6 weeks to complete the classes along with the reading assignments and quizzes. 

 

The Level 1 Virtual Hands-on Practical is a full day of training. Attendees must be present for the entire event and have a training/practice partner for the last section of the day. 

Will the Program work for Groups/Classes?

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I live outside the US. Can I still Get Certified?

Definitely. In addition to the self-paced classes we schedule the virtual live practical throughout the year for different time zones. 

How many Certification Levels are There?

There are 3 Levels to the Autism Fitness Certification. After achieving Level 1 credentials Certified Pros can continue their mastery in Level 2, focusing on developing programming and coaching skills. At Level 3, our Master Coach Level, Pros can teach the virtual live practical. 

Is there an Exam?

Yes. Attendess must pass our Level 1 exam consisting of a multiple choice section, fill-ins, short answers, and two video submissions graded by our Pro Grading Team. Passing grade is 90% or better. 

How Does the Virtual Hands-On Practical Work? 

Select your preferred Level 1 practical date when you register. Attend the virtual practical via Zoom and enrich your skills with a full day of hands-on learning. In the virtual practical we learn by doing, covering the following;

 

- Comprehensive understanding of the PAC Profile Method and its real-world application 

- Exercise progressions, regressions, and common movement compensations

- Prompting and fading strategies for optimal exercise performance

- Positive behavior support in the fitness/APE environment

- Coaching strategies 

 

Hone your coaching skills while getting real-time feedback from Autism Fitness Founder Eric Chessen and Level 2 Certified Pros. You'll need some equipment and a partner to join you for the last section of the day. Here you will "put it all together" and practice the very skills you will use with your athletes. 

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Question

Here Are a Few Common Questions

Does this Program work with other Developmental Disabilities and Neurodivergencies? 

The Autism Fitness Certification and PAC Profile were developed to work with individuals of any age or ability level. The program has also been used successfully with other Neurodiverse challenges including Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, PDD-NOS, ADHD, and others. 

 

Early on, Founder Eric Chessen found success working with individuals who had significant physical, motivational, and cognitive challenges. That led to the development, testing, and validation of the PAC Profile Method, the core of the Autism Fitness Level 1 program. 

 

Using the PAC Assessment to determine the best approach for each athlete, you will be able to create effective programs in any situation.

 

Knowing the physical, adaptive/behavioral, and cognitive challenges of ASD, it is crucial that the concepts and strategies can work for anyone. That's what you'll get in Level 1.

 

Whether your athlete is highly motivated or won't (yet) perform a single exercise, you will know exactly how to meet them where they are now.

Who is this Certification For? 

- BCBAs

- Physical and Occupational Therapists

-Registered Behavior Technicians

- Adapted PE Instructors

- Personal Trainers

- Speech Therapists/SLPs

- Recreation Specialists

- Parents and Family Members 

How Long Does the Certification Take?

The 9-session classes are 90 minutes each and it typically takes an attendee 4-6 weeks to complete the classes along with the reading assignments and quizzes. 

 

The Level 1 Virtual Hands-on Practical is a full day of training. Attendees must be present for the entire event and have a training/practice partner for the last section of the day. 

Will the Program work for Groups/Classes?

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I live outside the US. Can I still Get Certified?

Definitely. In addition to the self-paced classes we schedule the virtual live practical throughout the year for different time zones. 

How many Certification Levels are There?

There are 3 Levels to the Autism Fitness Certification. After achieving Level 1 credentials Certified Pros can continue their mastery in Level 2, focusing on developing programming and coaching skills. At Level 3, our Master Coach Level, Pros can teach the virtual live practical. 

Is there an Exam?

Yes. Attendess must pass our Level 1 exam consisting of a multiple choice section, fill-ins, short answers, and two video submissions graded by our Pro Grading Team. Passing grade is 90% or better. 

How Does the Virtual Hands-On Practical Work? 

Select your preferred Level 1 practical date when you register. Attend the virtual practical via Zoom and enrich your skills with a full day of hands-on learning. In the virtual practical we learn by doing, covering the following;

 

- Comprehensive understanding of the PAC Profile Method and its real-world application 

- Exercise progressions, regressions, and common movement compensations

- Prompting and fading strategies for optimal exercise performance

- Positive behavior support in the fitness/APE environment

- Coaching strategies 

 

Hone your coaching skills while getting real-time feedback from Autism Fitness Founder Eric Chessen and Level 2 Certified Pros. You'll need some equipment and a partner to join you for the last section of the day. Here you will "put it all together" and practice the very skills you will use with your athletes. 

 

 

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$649

 

Paid in full upon registration

Add to Cart

Split Payments

 

$324.50

 

1/2 at registration and 1/2 due at week 6

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$217

 

1/3rd payment at registration, payment at weeks 6 and 12.

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