Do you know just how incredibly important language is for authentically inspiring our clients to move? As an example, simply using the word "modification" to offer an alternative exercise option can actually result in feelings of shame and guilt, and discouraging our clients is definitely not how we connect and inspire.
By having the right information - necessary for developing accessible classes and making sure our physical studios feel safe - we can create intentionally inclusive exercise environments where new and existing clients alike will feel authentically welcome and excited to move!
At Autonomy Therapy, we know that increasing your toolbox of proper cueing language and offering ample exercise options will positively affect your ability to connect with new clients and help skyrocket studio growth. Consistently producing classes that cater to diverse bodies will inevitably enhance studio practices, improve client culture, and bump you up as a client fan favorite...
This comprehensive, self-paced course is intended for past, present, and future fitness instructors to grow your fitness community and support all clients in finding ways to #MoveLikeYou!
You Will Learn How To:
- Differentiate between what is authentic and empowering language vs. unintentional, harmful cueing language
- Identify specific movements that put clients' physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing at risk and how to adapt these for varying body types
- Recognize instructor privilege and how to increases accessibility and inclusivity in barre spaces
Who Should Take This Course?
- Existing, future, and former Barre Instructors
- Fitness Instructors wanting to enhance class quality and studio accessibility
What Is Included?
- Lifetime access to course
- Customized video and audio lectures
- Guest videos to address LGBTQPIA+, Black, and BIPOC client constraints to wellness provided by former Autonomy Movement Instructor and Transforming Wellness Co-Facilitator Rocky Lane, LMT, NASM CPT
- Guest videos to address size diversity and representation provided by Holly Max Myrick and Natalie Sanders, IBBFA-Certified Instructors and Co-Founders of Fat Babes Movement
- Downloadable "Positive Language" worksheet
- Recommended reading for continuing education
- Final exam
- Certificate of Completion
Course Curriculum
Hear What Other Instructors Have to Say...
"The Barre for All Bodies course gives a fresh perspective on fitness and how to make such spaces more inclusive. This course takes you through steps to understand how the fitness industry can improve services for marginalized bodies." - Hannah M.
"Kim does a wonderful job of explaining different movements through slides and videos. There are really great examples throughout that really help to understand how to better ourselves and our practice as movement guides. I highly recommend this course for anyone wanting to make their fitness space more accessible. And at such a great price, too!" Sarah P.
Hi, I'm Kim!
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, former barre instructor, NASM-Certified Personal Trainer, and the Owner + Founder of Autonomy Therapy.
As a therapist, my experience has predominantly been focused on working with clients who struggle with eating disorders and body image issues. During the early days of my training, I was simultaneously involved in the fitness industry teaching barre and became a Certified Personal Trainer shortly thereafter. I've always loved exercise, and recognized the need for a space that moved away from diet culture influences.
My passion for physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing--and everything in between--led to the original establishment of Autonomy Movement; a dynamic and collaborative space intended to support clients in developing confidence and joy through informed education and intuitive movement. Over time, this innovative brand transitioned to focus more specifically on mental health services, and, ultimately, became Autonomy Therapy.
Thank you for investing in work that will undoubtedly make systemic change in the fitness industry. The Autonomy community will be by your side each step of the way!
Online Learning + Group Therapy
Find support as you examine your feelings about your body and improve your trust in it in with this weekly, 75-minute group led by Kim.
Professional Development
I offer professional strategy sessions to address questions that instructors and healthcare professionals may have about growing a client base, working with eating disorders & body image issues, and supporting clients in healing compulsive exercise behaviors.
Book a 15-minute discovery call with me today by clicking here!
Debunking Movement Myths - For Professionals
Learn the science behind common exercise myths like, "Will exercise help me lose weight?", "Can I actually detox my body with exercise?", and "Does calories in = calories out?" to enhance your work and support your clients.
Check out our other professional course here!