Inclusive Fitness

04/24/2026

📢 Exciting News at Inclusive Fitness®! 💪

We couldn't be more excited to share this update announcing our new leadership roles and how they’re shaping the future of the Inclusive Fitness® community. Our coaches are essential to our athletes' success, and these three embody what it means to be Strong For A Purpose.

➡️ Read the full blog post and meet the coaches who are raising the bar: https://inclusivefitness.com/gym-news/new-leadership-roles/

We’re excited to share leadership updates within our coaching team as Inclusive Fitness® continues to expand and serve more athletes!

04/17/2026

Inclusion starts with action. ♿️💪

We are incredibly appreciative to see Governor Maura Healey taking a step toward better support for adults with profound autism.

At Inclusive Fitness®, we see every day how dignity, purpose, and respect transform lives.

This Executive Order is a win for our families, our athletes, and our community. Let’s keep moving toward a more accessible future together!

04/15/2026

We’re excited to be part of the Profound Autism Summit 2026 in Boston this week.

This conference brings together families, clinicians, educators, and organizations from across the country—and we’re proud to be both exhibiting and speaking alongside an incredible group of leaders in the field.

Physical fitness is one of the most overlooked dimensions of autism care, yet for individuals with profound autism, it can be one of the most powerful drivers of health, regulation, independence, and long-term quality of life.

At Inclusive Fitness®, we focus on something often missing in traditional care models:
Strength, fitness, and long-term health.

We work with teens (12+) and adults who are autistic, have Down syndrome, or other developmental disabilities to help build:
• Strength, stability, and stamina
• Regulation, engagement, and routine
• Confidence and independence
• Skills that carry into everyday life

Join us for our session:
Strong For A Purpose: Why Fitness Must Be Central to Profound Autism Care

📅 Friday, April 17
⏰ 1:30 – 2:30 PM
📍 Grand Ballroom B | Boston Hilton Park Plaza

What if fitness was treated as essential care—not an afterthought?

In this session, Greg Austin (Inclusive Fitness) and Dr. Naomi Gauthier (Boston Children’s Hospital / Harvard Medical School) will share how high-quality strength and conditioning can profoundly impact health, behavior, independence, and quality of life for individuals with profound autism.

Drawing on clinical research and lived experience, they will explore how exercise supports physical, neurological, and behavioral health, alongside Amit & Una Basak, who will share their family’s journey and the meaningful progress they’ve experienced.

👋 Attending the Summit? Come visit us in the Exhibition Hall (Thursday & Friday).
👉 Stop by to:
• Learn more about our programs
• See real examples of athlete progress
• Connect about partnerships and collaboration
• Talk about what’s possible

We’d love to meet you!

04/14/2026

300 sessions of showing up, putting in the work, and building incredible strength!

Kate recently hit a massive milestone at Inclusive Fitness: 300 completed training sessions! When Kate first started with us, her mom, Laura, wanted a safe, supportive space where Kate could build mobility and confidence without the risk of injury.

We know how hard it is to find a gym that actually fits. We built our space around that exact need. Through consistent, expert coaching, Kate has improved her balance and gained real independence in her daily life. During tough workouts, our coaches are right there to remind her of one simple truth: “I believe in you.”

Read more about Kate’s 300-session journey and how personalized strength training makes a difference for families on our blog: https://inclusivefitness.com/athlete-stories-category/kates-journey-strength-confidence-and-belonging/

04/13/2026

Hard work, consistency, and a whole lot of fist bumps!

We are incredibly proud to celebrate some major milestones for our amazing athletes!

At Inclusive Fitness, everything starts with one core belief: presume competence. Every athlete deserves a space where they are respected, challenged, and supported—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Watching these athletes build strength, confidence, and independence is exactly why we do what we do.

Let’s hear it for these athletes and their hard work! Drop a comment below to help us celebrate these fantastic achievements! 👏

04/13/2026

Fitness is often left out of the conversation in profound autism care.

At Inclusive Fitness®, it’s a core part of how athletes build strength, regulation, and independence– inside and outside the gym.

We’re excited to be part of the Profound Autism Summit and to bring this conversation forward.

Join us on Friday at 1:30 to hear Greg Austin speak on why strength and conditioning belong in that conversation.

See more here: https://behaviorlive.com/events/fitness

What if fitness was treated as essential care for people with profound autism — not an afterthought? At the Profound Autism Summit, Greg Austin and Dr. Naomi Gauthier will show how strength and conditioning can transform health, behavior, and quality of life. Parents Amit and Una Basak will share their family's own experience. Join us April 16–17 in Boston, or virtually from home. Register at https://behaviorlive.com/conferences/profoundautismsummit/registration.

04/09/2026

💪 At Inclusive Fitness®, we have seen the confidence of our athletes grow just as much as their physical strength. Whether an athlete is learning to bench press for the first time or pushing a heavy sled for the one-hundredth time, we’re here to support them and help them reach their next goal. Every win, big or small, adds to their confidence in and out of the gym! Also, big shout-out to Ian for trying this new exercise!

What’s one achievement you or your athlete has made at IF that boosted your/their confidence? Share with us in the comments!

04/09/2026

We’re looking forward to being part of the LABBB Transition Fair this Thursday evening!

This event is such an important resource for families, educators, and organizations supporting young adults in the transition years—and we’re excited to be there alongside so many incredible community partners.

At Inclusive Fitness®, we focus on something that is often overlooked during this stage of life:

👉 Functional strength, fitness, and long-term health

Building strength at this stage of life goes beyond the gym; it’s about being Strong for a Purpose, ensuring every movement translates into real-world success.

We work with teens (12+) and adults with autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities to help build:
• Strength, stability, and stamina
• Confidence and independence
• Focus, engagement, and routine
• Skills that carry into everyday life

We’re proud to support families and partner organizations across Lexington, Burlington, Belmont, Bedford, Arlington, and surrounding MetroWest and North Suburb communities.

Trusted by 500+ athletes and families across Greater Boston and led by experienced, specialized coaches, our programs are designed to create real, lasting progress.

If you’re attending the fair, we’d love to meet you.

👉 Stop by our table to:
• Learn more about our programs
• See our athletes in action
• Talk about what’s possible

📍 Grace Chapel, 59 Worthen Rd, Lexington
🕕 Thursday, 6:00–8:00 PM

Our Burlington location is just minutes away and open 7 days a week with flexible training options: (1:1 + small group + group training).

👉 Learn more or schedule an intro call:

https://inclusivefitnessburlington.com/

Adaptive fitness in Burlington for neurodiverse athletes of all abilities. Inclusive training that builds strength, confidence, and community.

04/03/2026

If you're planning to attend this evening, make sure to stop by and say hello!

Lexington SEPAC/SEPTA

04/02/2026

We’re excited to be part of the Lexington SEPAC Resource Fair tomorrow — Friday, April 3rd!

This is one of the best local events of the year for families looking for resources, support, and community, and we’re so glad to be part of it.

At Inclusive Fitness, we help teens and adults with autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities build strength, confidence, and independence through functional fitness and adaptive training.

We’ll be sharing more about the results our athletes are seeing, and helping families understand what’s possible with individualized programs and expert coaching.

📍 For families in Lexington and surrounding towns, our Burlington gym is just a short drive away and open 7 days a week, with flexible options including 1:1 and group sessions.

💬 If you’re attending:
Come by our table, say hello, and tell us about your athlete—we’d love to meet you!

👉 Learn more: www.inclusivefitness.com

See you there! LexSepta / LexSepac

Adaptive fitness in West Roxbury for neurodiverse athletes of all abilities. Inclusive training that builds strength, confidence, and community.

04/02/2026

April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day, and we’re excited to start Autism Acceptance Month with our wonderful community!

At Inclusive Fitness, we understand that true strength comes from accepting and celebrating each person's unique abilities. Autism is an important part of the human experience, and by promoting neurodiversity, we support people, families, and the whole community. Through acceptance and the presumption of competence, we offer safe spaces where everyone feels welcomed, included, and respected.

We are committed to providing specialized programs, expert guidance, and a caring, inclusive environment. Our goal is to promote growth, independence, and connection—so everyone can pursue their own goals.

We’d love to hear how you support those around you and build community in your everyday life. What does community mean to you? Share your stories in the comments!!

If this message resonates with you, please share it—and let’s keep spreading acceptance, together.

03/27/2026

Have you stopped by to visit us?!

The Improvaneers are the world’s first all Down syndrome improvisation troupe. This trailblazing group of seven talented performers has been honing their craft for more than seven years, delivering over 85 performances across North America for audiences of every size. 👏

Their performances are as hilarious as they are inspiring — celebrating ability, joy, and the transformative power of improv.

𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗠𝗔, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟳 & 𝟮𝟴! Monday, March 16 is the last day to register for the conference!

🔗 Register at brighterfuturesconference.com