Thriver
Redefining Fitness For All Abilities
Providing Personal Training for Individuals with Specific Needs
Our trainers provide one-on-one or small group fitness training for individuals with specific needs.
Our programs are individually tailored to meet specific needs in order to help clients progress towards and meet their goals!
BENEFITS
Exercise can have tremendous life benefits. Not only does exercise decrease the risk of obesity and associated health risks, it also enhances quality of life by improving overall fitness, motor function, behavior, mindset, mood, cognition, and socialization.
Physical activity promotes and supports neurogenesis within the brain. Brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is crucial to the maintenance, growth, and plasticity (ability to change) of neurons. Regular physical activity promotes significant increases of BDNF, expands complexity of dendrites, and ultimately increases opportunity for neurogenesis.
Physical activity combined with cognitive exercise creates an effective opportunity for neurogenesis through synaptic plasticity, as well as increases in hippocampal size correlated with improved spatial memory. (Phillips, Christy. Neural Plasticity. Hindawi, Volume 2017, Article ID 3589271.)
“New research and anecdotal evidence suggest that some alternative therapeutic choices that include sports, exercise, and other physical activities can be a useful adjunct to traditional behavioral interventions, leading to improvement in symptoms, behaviors, and quality of life for individuals with autism.” (Autism Speaks)
Who We Are
Our goal at Thriver is to provide adaptable, comprehensive fitness training to individuals with specific needs.
We aim to:
Work with the athlete and guardian(s) to create an individualized fitness plan
Program sessions structured towards specific goals, preferences, strengths, and weaknesses
Create a safe, inclusive environment
Break down each movement specific to ability level
Spark participant buy-in with fun activities and rewards
Provide one-on-one attention and feedback, along with periodic progress updates
Implement a lifestyle approach, focusing on exercise, nutrition, cognition, mobility, and sleep
Who We Serve
The special needs community is an underserved population within the fitness industry. We aspire to bridge that gap by providing adaptable, comprehensive fitness training that meets each clients’ individual needs.
We offer individualized personal training services for both children and adults with special needs.
These special needs diagnosis include but are not limited to:
ADHD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive and Developmental Delays, Deafness, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Hearing Impaired, Learning Disabilities, Orthopedic Impairment, Parkinson’s Disease. Social and Emotional Disabilities, Speech, Language, or Processing Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairment
What We Do
We implement many types of fitness training including CrossFit, Metabolic Conditioning, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), strength training, gymnastics, yoga, and more!
We work to engage the athlete physically, mentally, cognitively, socially, and emotionally. This approach is transferable to other aspects of life outside of the training setting, allowing the athlete to progress towards his/her individualized life goals.
We work with athletes of all levels and abilities, creating a unique plan that fits!
Prior to the initial training session, we will begin with a free 30 minute consultation meeting with the athlete and guardian(s) to discuss goals, preferences, strengths, weaknesses, and potential obstacles. From there, we will create a plan tailored to progressing towards the set goals. Finally, we will meet with the client either individually, or in a small group setting (2-3 clients on a case-by-case basis), to train and work towards those goals.
Our Team
Kayla graduated from Clemson University in 2013 with a degree in Special Education. Soon after, she began working with a personal trainer and discovered her love of fitness. In 2014, Kayla became a certified personal trainer through NSCA. While teaching, Kayla recognized a need within the special education community – a lack of adaptable fitness and athletics geared towards individuals with disabilities. Although she enjoyed her time teaching, Kayla knew she wanted to find a way to merge the two sectors and provide this unique service to an underserved population! She went on to get her Crossfit Level 1 certification, took the Crossfit Adaptive Training Course, and began coaching and training at her local Crossfit box, where she was able to grow in her knowledge of health, fitness, and training. Kayla plans to combine her knowledge in the field of special education, her experience teaching, and her love of training to help redefine fitness for all abilities!
Certifications: NSCA-CPT, CPR/AED, CF-L1, Autism Fitness, Crossroads Adaptive Alliance
Services
Individual sessions
Individual sessions consist of 30, 45, or 60 minute one-on-one sessions with trainer and client. During this time, the trainer will provide the following:
– Warm-up and mobility (build rapport, establish plan for the session, prepare body)
– Skill (time towards personalized client goals (strength, movement, etc.))
– Workout (increase heart rate, functional movements, cognitive components)
– Cool Down/Stretch (helps prepare client for transition to the end of session)
– Reward (keeps sessions fun and exciting for the client)
group sessions
Group sessions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. These sessions will be limited to 2-3 clients per 60 minute session. During this time, the trainer will provide the following:
– Warm-up and mobility (build rapport, establish plan for the session, prepare body)
– Skill (designed with all of the client’s goals, but more generally based than an individual session)
– Workout (designed with all of the client’s goals, but more generally based than an individual session)
– Cool Down/Stretch (helps prepare client for transition to the end of session)
-Reward (keeps sessions fun and exciting for the client)
Weekly Groups
We currently offer multiple weekly groups:
Social Skills Running Club (Ages 6-15)
The Social Skills Running Club is a chance for your young athlete to get involved, meet others, and practice running! Each session is 60 minutes and includes games to practice social skills, specific running skill work, and general run time. Athletes of all abilities and levels welcome!
Fit Club (Ages 16+)
Our weekly Fit Club is a chance for athletes 16 and older to get involved, meet other athletes, and practice a variety of fitness skills. Each session is 60 minutes and includes warm-up, skill work, a fun workout, cool-down, and stretching! Athletes of all abilities and levels welcome!
Active Adults Group (Ages 60+)
The Active Adults Group is a chance for our seasoned athletes to get out of the house and workout in a group setting! We will set up base at a local park and knock out a warm-up, mobility, a workout, and a cool-down during our 60 minute session! Athletes of all abilities and levels welcome!
Contracted Work
We work with local schools, day programs, and businesses to bring accessible fitness programs into the community.
For more information regarding these programs, email info@thriverfit.com and we will work to create a program that fits!
Pricing
Private training starting at $35/session with over 15 different pricing options available to fit individual needs!
Weekly large group programs starting at $20!
For contracted work, email info@thriverfit.com.
Free consultation to help determine which program is best for you!
Questions? We've got you covered
Below are a few of our most frequently asked questions. For more information, please reach out to us at info@thriverfit.com.
A typical 60 minute session:
Warm-up/Mobility/Discuss plan for session – 10 minutes
Skill – specific skill based work (determined by client goals) – 15 minutes
Workout – 1-2 workouts including a cognitive component – 20 minutes
Cool-down – short period of stretching and transitioning – 5 minutes
Reward – reward activities determined by client preferences – 10 minutes
We recommend starting with 2-3 sessions per week, depending on other physical activities and therapies outside of personal training. Our goal is some kind of movement every day!
If you know someone who could benefit from an individualized program tailored to meet specific special needs, this program would be a great fit! Feel free to contact us to schedule a free 30 minute consultation to get a better understanding of how we could help!
Training sessions can be held at multiple locations. If you have a home gym, or access to a facility you normally use, we will come to you! For some clients, we use a park or outdoor area with minimal equipment (provided by the trainer). During our consultation, we can discuss the best location for client convenience!
Contact Us
- info@thriverfit.com
- (864) 787 7969
- @thriverfit