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Posted inAutism supports Autistic Adults Health and wellbeing

“Have a go – you might surprise yourself”: Supporting Autistic young people at the gym

Researchers at the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) explored how a community gym program called FitSkills, supported Autistic young people to feel confident, safe and included in gym settings.
Posted by Jake Mulligan March 16, 2026
Understanding factors influencing inclusion and participation in community gym settings for adults with cerebral palsy
Posted inOTARC Seminar Series Study summary

Understanding factors influencing inclusion and participation in community gym settings for adults with cerebral palsy

Georgia McKenzie will discuss the findings of her PhD research, which explored inclusion and participation in community gym settings for adults with cerebral palsy.
Posted by Alex Haschek February 23, 2024
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