Unlock the power of nervous system coaching

Harness the mind-body synergy for transformative coaching experiences.

Empower yourself, embrace growth, and foster a supportive community

Empower yourself with the skills to create a supportive and inclusive training environment.

Practical tools for instant impact

Enhance your coaching journey with expert resources to accelerate growth and achieve outstanding results.

About the Course

Embark on a transformative journey with our Golden Strength Adaptive Specialist Course. Discover groundbreaking strategies, build a supportive community, and ignite profound changes. Join a tribe of innovators today!

Introducing Coach Henry Aviles, Founder of Golden Strength Academy

Coach Henry Aviles is a nationally recognized performance coach with over 18 years of experience in speed training, strength and conditioning, and adaptive fitness. He’s the founder of Golden Strength Academy — one of the West Coast’s leading programs for individuals with special needs — and the owner of Functional Speed Academy. Henry’s career spans work with professional athletes, youth, and adaptive athletes with physical, cognitive, and developmental differences. His philosophy, *“Build the human first — then make them stronger and faster,”* is the foundation of the Golden Strength Adaptive Specialist Course. He’s on a mission to help coaches lead with empathy, skill, and confidence — and to make fitness a place where every athlete belongs.

Curriculum

15 Chapters · 65 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome to the Movement

    1. The Golden Strength Adaptive Specialist Journey Begins Here Free preview
    2. About the Author Free preview
  2. 2

    ✋Free Preview: Our Greatest Tool – Hands (Bonus)

    1. 🌟 Introduction:Why Hands Matter in Adaptive Fitness Free preview
    2. ✋ Hands-Free Progression Planning Free preview
    3. 🏁 Chapter Conclusion: Freedom Through Movement Free preview
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      Freedom in Movement (FINAL PREVIEW)

    5. Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz Free preview
  3. 3

    📚 Appendix and Glossary

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      GSAS Course References • Resources • Glossary

  4. 4

    📚 Chapter 1: Introduction to the Golden Strength Adaptive Specialist

    1. 🌟 Welcome to the Mission- Build the Human First! Free preview
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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 2: Understanding Disabilities

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      💬 Why This Chapter Matters

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      🧩 Disability Spotlight #1: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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      🧩 Disability Spotlight #2: Down Syndrome (DS)

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      🧩 Disability Spotlight #3: Cerebral Palsy (CP)

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      🧩 Disability Spotlight #4: Intellectual Disability (ID)

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      🧩 Disability Spotlight #5: Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)

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      🧩 Disability Spotlight #6: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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      🧠 Chapter Recap: Understanding Disabilities in Adaptive Fitness

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 3: Managing Behaviors

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      🌈 Why This Chapter Matters

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      🗣️ Non-Verbal Communication:

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      🚦 Addressing Challenging Behavior

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      🏗️ Building a Behavior-Smart Environment

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      🔄 Real-World Coaching Scenarios + Action Plans

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      🏗️ Creating a Behavior-Smart Environment (continued)

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      📝 Behavior Support Planning

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 4: The GSA Philosophy & Framework

    1. 🌟 Why This Chapter Matters Free preview
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      Bringing Philosophy to Life

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 5: The Brain and Nervous System

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      💥 Why This Chapter Matters

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      1️⃣ The 3 P’s of Performance

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      2️⃣ Movement Starts in the Brain

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      3️⃣ Coaching Language That Works

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      4️⃣ CARs: Your Coaching Superpower

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      5️⃣ Nervous System Regulation: Shift Gears!

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      6️⃣ Movement Variability: Train for Adaptation

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      7️⃣ Psychology: You’re Six Inches from the Brain

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      ✅ Mastery Checklist

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 6: GSA Client Assessment

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      🎯 The Importance of Assessment

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      1️⃣ Start With CARs for Neurological Insight

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      2️⃣ Make the PAR-Q a Conversation, Not a Form

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      3️⃣ Observe Passively Before Moving Actively

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      4️⃣ Map Progress: Human → Athlete → Skill

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      5️⃣ Use Simple, Smart Testing Protocols

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      6️⃣ Educate, Frame, Debrief

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      ✅ Chapter Summary: Assessment = Insight + Trust

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 7: The Golden Strength Model

    1. ⚡ Built in the Trenches Free preview
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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 8: Golden Strength Training Sessions

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      🎈 Section 1 – Golden Circle Ice‑Breaker: Connect, Comfort & Confidence

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      🌀 Section 2- Controlled Articular Rotations (CARs)

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      💪 Section 3 – Strength & Core Block

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      ⚡ Section 4 – Speed & Agility Block

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      🎉 Section 5 – Celebration & Close

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 9: Behavior Support & Emotional Regulation in Training Sessions

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      Understanding Behavior Through the Nervous System Lens 🔍

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    🏡 Chapter 10: Family & Caregiver Coaching

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      🏠 How to Build Trusted Partnerships That Elevate Athlete Success

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    🌍 Chapter 11: Connecting with Your Community & Spreading the Word

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      🌟 Introduction: More Than Fitness

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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    📚 Chapter 12: The Golden Strength Commitment

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      🌟 Welcome to the Final Chapter — and the Beginning of Your New Journey

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      🎓 Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz

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