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Training a kid with autism
My 4 year old got diagnosed with autism last summer. Thinking I wanna get him out in the garage gym to keep him active. Was gonna put him in a crossfit kids class but non of the gyms around here run classes for kids that young. I do have my level 1 and a few certs and ran the crossfit club for my military unit so I do have coaching experience. Anyone have experience training a kid with special needs. Any advice will be greatly appreciated
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Re: Training a kid with autism
Read the thread on training a 3 year old... good stuff
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Re: Training a kid with autism
Kristian I can't offer specific advice myself, but will ask one of my fellow coaches--our box conducts a class specifically for special needs kids and does so working with a local Special Olympics group. Each of the coaches participating had to complete some training done in conjunction with the local Special Olympics group. You can find some of those resources on the internet (I was quickly about to do so with a Google search).
In terms of exercise for kids with autism, I have helped sponsor a friend's son who is autistic and participates in triathlons. I've not personally been involved with coaching him, but can tell you his Mom and Dad rave about how much fitness and training have helped him. The training is his "safe place" and helps him with other aspects of his life as well. |
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Re: Training a kid with autism
I've taught inclusive physical education classes in the past, giving me the opportunity to work with students of various needs all in one classroom.
Some tips that come to mind right away:
Hope this helps! I'd love to hear how this progresses. |
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Fitness games and puzzles were another staple, along with core development. I limited the use of weights but eventually incorporated some dumbbell movements into my program. Breaking Muscle had a fantastic piece on training autistic athletes but you have to be an active subscriber to the coaching section. https://coachesonly.breakingmuscle.c...ith-any-client |
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