Add an Evidence-Based Group Program to Your Practice in 2 Weeks Without Building It Yourself
A fully built, research-backed pediatric regulation and movement program your team can run immediately. AOTA approved. 20+ clinics already using it.
You know groups would work. You just haven't had time to build them.
Most clinic owners have thought about adding group programming. They know the benefits. They can picture it working. And then it sits on the list.
But designing a program from scratch takes months. Training your team from nothing takes more time you don't have. And figuring out what actually works takes trial and error you can't afford right now.
So it stays on the "someday" list. This is how someday becomes this fall.
This is a strong fit if...
This is for you if:
- You run a pediatric OT practice and want to add group programming
- You want something already built that your team can run
- You're ready to add a revenue stream that doesn't require more 1:1 hours
- You want evidence-based programming your referral sources will trust
- You're a solo practitioner or clinic owner ready to grow
This is not for you if:
- You're looking for a remote job or telehealth position
- You're not ready to commit to implementing and running groups
- You want to design your own program from scratch
- You expect results without putting in the work to launch
additional gross revenue per year from bootcamp alone, running 12-14 classes per week at KidSHINE
I built this program because I needed it myself.
When I first created EXERSHINEkids, I wasn't thinking about building a curriculum to sell. I was a new practice owner treating kids out of a rented gym space, trying to figure out how to supplement my income and do more for the kids I was seeing.
What I noticed almost immediately was that the kids were making progress faster than I expected. The movement-based group format was doing something that 1:1 sessions alone weren't doing. Kids who started in bootcamp ended up coming on for OT services. Kids who discharged from OT transitioned into bootcamp. It became an internal system that worked both clinically and for the practice.
At our peak we were running 12 to 14 classes a week and generating an additional $125,000 annually in gross revenue just from the bootcamp. More than that, it built a community. Neurodivergent kids and their families had a place where they felt confident, successful, and safe.
That's what I built this certification program to give you. Not an idea to implement someday. A program that's ready to run.
Amy Wheadon, OT, OTD, OTR, CPT
Recognized by NBCOT as an innovative program. Featured in OT Practice. Doctoral researcher on high-intensity exercise and pediatric sensory outcomes.
Everything your clinic needs to launch and run groups
This isn't just a training. It's a full program with 12 months of done-for-you content so your team can start running groups without creating anything from scratch.
52 Weeks of Structured Programming
Fully built weekly protocols, session formats, and 12 months of themed group interventions. Your clinicians walk in knowing exactly what to do.
Video Training Library
Step-by-step video lessons on how to run the groups with fidelity, including obstacle course design, grading, and adapting on the fly.
52 Ready-to-Print Downloads
Digital materials ready for every session. No creating, no sourcing, no prep time beyond printing. Everything is formatted and ready to use.
Marketing Materials and Website Templates
Done-for-you marketing tools to help you fill your groups, including templates designed to speak to the families you serve.
Documentation and Liability Templates
Documentation templates, liability waivers, and parent handouts included so you're covered and your paperwork is done before you start.
Direct Messaging Access
Implementation support directly from Amy throughout your first year. Questions about setup, grading, or running groups don't have to wait.
A 2-part certification process, then you're ready to launch
Part 1: Theory, Evidence, and Framework
A 4-hour pre-recorded course covering the foundational theory, frameworks, and evidence behind high-intensity exercise as a change agent for sensory processing and regulation. Complete on your own schedule before the live training.
Part 2: Implementation with Fidelity
A 6-hour live interactive training focused on applying what you learned in Part 1. Includes demonstrations, lab components, breakout rooms to practice implementation, obstacle course design, and grading and adapting for real clients. You leave certified and ready to run groups.
Done-For-You Program Access
Immediate access to the full 12-month program library. Structured protocols, session materials, marketing tools, and documentation templates. Many clinics are piloting groups within 2 weeks of completing the training.
The math works quickly.
Groups are not just a clinical win. They're a more sustainable, higher-revenue model for your practice. Here's what that can look like.
kids per group, running weekly, can cover the entire investment within the first month
in additional annual gross revenue generated at KidSHINE running 12-14 bootcamp classes per week
average time from completing training to piloting the first group in your clinic
You don't need to run 12 classes a week to see a return. You need to start.
Real results from real clinics.
I am a practicing Birth to 5 occupational therapist. I took your course about 2 years ago and immediately started to implement it into my practice at our self-contained classroom. We slowed the program way down and taught the children one exercise a month with a group running each week. Our children have grown significantly in their confidence of movement as well as increased focus during learning activities. While the majority of our class are nonverbal, their recognition of peers and teachers has increased, and some amazing burpees and mountain climbers now exist. As we are getting ready for graduation in June, our obstacle course and exercises will be taking center stage for parents to see how far all of their children have come, from being afraid to move, jump, swing, and climb, to moving with confidence over a variety of obstacles and cheering for their peers.
The interactive components were so helpful in bringing all of the information about the program together. The evidence-based framework provided will drive occupational therapists to utilize this program and improve outcomes for their clients.
I could see changes in the kids within the first 3 to 4 weeks of an 8-week session. We have continued using the curriculum year after year and are excited about the additional programs for different age groups.
Practicing leading the bootcamp class with Amy's support in this course was incredibly valuable. The skills we practiced also carry over directly to my usual 1:1 sessions with clients.
Amy's passion for the program, combined with the interactive model and the ability to collaborate with others on their experience, made this one of the most practical trainings I've attended.
These practices are already running EXERSHINEkids.
Clinics, schools, solo practices, and community settings across the US and internationally. Trained, certified, and running groups with fidelity.
New England
- KidSHINE LLC, Rowley + Amesbury, MA
- Sensation Station, Warwick, RI + Franklin, MA
- Play Sense Learn, Worcester, MA
- Coastal Kids OT, Arundel, ME
- Tania Rosa, Johnson & Wales University, RI
East Coast
- Kids Thrive Therapy, Towson, MD
- Skills On The Hill, Arlington, VA + DC
- Axxis Wellness, Stamford, CT
- Springboard Pediatric Therapy, NJ
- Elevate Health, Mt Laurel Township, NJ
- UZAZU Embodied Intelligence, NY
- Rondout Valley CSD, Accord, NY
Midwest + West Coast
- Beyond Boundaries Therapy, Fargo, ND
- Dana Janiak-Couture, West Lafayette, IN
- SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy, San Diego, CA
International
- Cara Chow OT, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Collaborative Approach Therapy, Ontario, Canada
- Neurodiversity School, Tokyo, Japan
- Lena Teodosio, Mountain Movers, Dominican Republic
1.0 AOTA-Approved CEUs / 10 Contact Hours
EXERSHINEkids is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 2783. This blended hybrid activity is offered at 1.0 CEUs (10 contact hours / AOTA-Approved) and addresses the category of OT Service Delivery.
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Everything you need to know about the certification
Who should attend this course?
Occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and pediatric private practice owners offering OT services. Pediatric physical therapists and SLPs with an understanding of sensory integration theory are also welcome. Participants should have a general working knowledge of sensory integration principles, high-intensity exercise, and prior experience running pediatric groups.
How is the course structured?
The course is a blended, hybrid format. Part 1 is 4 hours of self-paced distance learning covering theory, frameworks, and evidence. Part 2 is 6 hours of live interactive distance learning, including demonstrations, lab components, breakout rooms, and obstacle course design practice. Part 1 must be completed before participating in Part 2.
How many CEUs and contact hours will I receive?
Successful completion of this hybrid PD activity awards 1.0 AOTA-Approved CEUs (10 contact hours) in the category of OT Service Delivery. EXERSHINEkids LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider, Course Approval ID# 2783. Completion requires full attendance, participation, and passing the test.
What do I receive as part of certification?
Participants who complete the course and pass the final exam are certified as an EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp Program Provider. You also receive a 12-month membership with done-for-you weekly protocols, marketing materials, and everything needed to launch your group sessions quickly.
What will I be able to do after completing this training?
You'll be able to set up and implement the 5 sections of an EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp class, run a class with fidelity (including grading and adapting on the fly), and design a 15-20 step obstacle course that targets at least 3 performance components simultaneously.
What does registration include, and how do I access materials?
Registrants get instant access to Part 1. Within 48 hours of Part 2, you'll receive an email with instructions for accessing the webinar and printable course materials. Check your inbox and junk folder for the subject line "Course Instructions for your ExerSHINE Kids POWER Bootcamp Course."
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be submitted in writing. If cancelled before starting Part 1, refunds range from a full refund (more than 2 weeks before Part 2, minus a $50 fee) down to 25% (less than 48 hours before Part 2). If cancelled after starting Part 1, an additional $100 is deducted. You can also opt to roll into the next available course date instead of a refund.
Are accommodations available?
Yes. In compliance with the ADA, EXERSHINEkids LLC makes every effort to honor reasonable accommodation requests, such as captioned video recordings or preferred seating. Requests must be made in writing at least 1 week before the course start date.
One investment. 12 months of programming.
Everything you need to train your team and start running groups this fall.
- 10-hour AOTA Approved Certification Course (Parts 1 and 2)
- 12 months of done-for-you group programming and materials
- 52 ready-to-print session downloads
- Marketing materials and website templates
- Documentation templates, liability waivers, and parent handouts
- Direct messaging access to Amy for implementation support
- Immediate access to Part 1 on enrollment
Payment plans available. Additional clinicians: $400 each for the full 10-hour training and certification course. Group discounts available.
What people ask before enrolling
Do I have to run the groups myself?
No. Many clinic owners train a team member or hire a clinician specifically to run the groups. The structure is already built so whoever runs them can step in without creating content or figuring it out from scratch.
How quickly can we get groups running after training?
Many practices begin piloting groups within 2 weeks of completing the training. Everything you need is ready to go on day one of your membership.
What if I invest and can't get groups off the ground?
You have direct messaging access to Amy throughout your first year. If you hit a wall with scheduling, filling groups, or implementation, that support is built in. You're not figuring it out alone.
Do we create our own content?
No. You receive 12 months of structured, ready-to-use programming. Your clinicians are delivering a program that's already designed and tested, not spending hours building content each week.
Is this appropriate across different settings?
Yes. EXERSHINEkids has been successfully implemented in clinics, schools, solo
Your practice is ready for this. October 2nd is the date.
Stop putting groups on the someday list. The program is built. The training is scheduled. Enroll now and get immediate access to Part 1.
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