Lakeshore Foundation

Inclusive and equitable fitness includes having thoughtful policies in place to ensure all potential customers feel welcome in your facility and can make the most of their experience. This includes everything from website imagery to hiring practices.

Inclusive and equitable fitness includes having the proper equipment and technology to ensure all potential customers can access your facility and then make the most of their experience. This includes everything from the height of your check-in counters to having cuffs for clients who struggle with grip strength.

Inclusive and equitable fitness includes inclusive services, from peer assistants to inclusive language and imagery. Ensure you’re offering inclusive services with these tips from Lakeshore Foundation.

Inclusive and equitable fitness includes inclusive instruction. Ensure that you’re offering accessible fitness programs and facilities with these tips from Lakeshore Foundation.

While there may be challenges in finding accessible fitness programs and knowledgeable staff, coaching and training clients with disabilities can be incredibly rewarding, as it provides an opportunity to create inclusive and equitable fitness spaces. Lakeshore Foundation offers resources to bring more equity to the fitness industry.

Inclusive and equitable fitness begins with the built environment. Ensure that you’re offering accessible fitness programs and facilities with these tips from Lakeshore Foundation.