Special Strong Folsom & El Dorado Hills Adaptive & Inclusive Fitness Programs
Folsom, CA
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Special Strong Folsom & El Dorado Hills Adaptive & Inclusive Fitness Programs offers adaptive fitness personal training, group fitness socialization classes, aquatic therapy, movement-based adaptive fitness programs, and adaptive fitness workout programs. The program also includes autism fitness, autism exercise programs, and down syndrome physical exercise for individuals with mental, physical, or cognitive challenges.
• Ages: 8–18 years old
• Schedule: Options available Monday–Saturday between 7am and 7pm
Special Strong Folsom & El Dorado Hills Adaptive & Inclusive Fitness Programs offers personalized one-on-one and group training programs that are science-based and adaptive and inclusive for individuals with mental, physical, or cognitive challenges. The programs include a sensory gym environment in El Dorado Hills for those seeking autism and exercise avenues, including autism-friendly gyms and sensory gyms for autism. Training programs are available for ages 8 and up and are governed by Christian values using the acronym “STRONG.”
Special Strong personal trainers are certified and highly vetted. Daniel Stein obtained certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the National Federation of Personal Trainers (NFPT), and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Tracy holds a degree in Recreational Therapy from Ohio University, and Matt earned his degree in Human Ecology from Ohio State University. Tracy and Matt Furrey are the NorCal Special Strong franchise owners, and Daniel Stein is the founder of Special Strong.
The mission of Special Strong is to unlock the strength and confidence within the mind, body, and spirit of every individual impacted by mental, physical, and cognitive challenges in order to live a more independent and abundant life. Special Strong is one of the only fitness centers in the country for individuals with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges and focuses on neurological development and promoting the growth of new neural pathways. Clients develop strength, endurance, balance, and motor skills, gain confidence, enhance social skills, and improve quality of life. Special Strong Folsom, California is a Regional Center vendor under the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and serves clients, caregivers, trainers, gym owners, and the broader community, while Special Strong El Dorado Hills, CA prominently serves the El Dorado Hills community.
The Start Your Free Stronger YOU Trial includes a private session with a certified adaptive trainer, full access to group fitness classes, a personal tour of the adaptive-friendly facility, and a complimentary 26-page adaptive fitness and nutrition success guide. One parent shared that her child enjoys the group class, especially the social aspect, and described the program as a good mix of balance, cardio, and strength with patient, knowledgeable trainers and a challenging program. Another parent reported that since starting Special Strong in 2016, her son had fewer meltdowns, more endurance for physical activity, started playing multiple sports, improved behavior at school, and developed better eating habits with support from a nutritionist, resulting in losing over twenty pounds. A third parent stated that after her son’s medical challenges, a personal trainer and nutritionist through Special Strong brought life back into her son.
Last updated July 6, 2026.
• Ages: 8–18 years old
• Schedule: Options available Monday–Saturday between 7am and 7pm
Special Strong Folsom & El Dorado Hills Adaptive & Inclusive Fitness Programs offers personalized one-on-one and group training programs that are science-based and adaptive and inclusive for individuals with mental, physical, or cognitive challenges. The programs include a sensory gym environment in El Dorado Hills for those seeking autism and exercise avenues, including autism-friendly gyms and sensory gyms for autism. Training programs are available for ages 8 and up and are governed by Christian values using the acronym “STRONG.”
Special Strong personal trainers are certified and highly vetted. Daniel Stein obtained certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the National Federation of Personal Trainers (NFPT), and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Tracy holds a degree in Recreational Therapy from Ohio University, and Matt earned his degree in Human Ecology from Ohio State University. Tracy and Matt Furrey are the NorCal Special Strong franchise owners, and Daniel Stein is the founder of Special Strong.
The mission of Special Strong is to unlock the strength and confidence within the mind, body, and spirit of every individual impacted by mental, physical, and cognitive challenges in order to live a more independent and abundant life. Special Strong is one of the only fitness centers in the country for individuals with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges and focuses on neurological development and promoting the growth of new neural pathways. Clients develop strength, endurance, balance, and motor skills, gain confidence, enhance social skills, and improve quality of life. Special Strong Folsom, California is a Regional Center vendor under the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and serves clients, caregivers, trainers, gym owners, and the broader community, while Special Strong El Dorado Hills, CA prominently serves the El Dorado Hills community.
The Start Your Free Stronger YOU Trial includes a private session with a certified adaptive trainer, full access to group fitness classes, a personal tour of the adaptive-friendly facility, and a complimentary 26-page adaptive fitness and nutrition success guide. One parent shared that her child enjoys the group class, especially the social aspect, and described the program as a good mix of balance, cardio, and strength with patient, knowledgeable trainers and a challenging program. Another parent reported that since starting Special Strong in 2016, her son had fewer meltdowns, more endurance for physical activity, started playing multiple sports, improved behavior at school, and developed better eating habits with support from a nutritionist, resulting in losing over twenty pounds. A third parent stated that after her son’s medical challenges, a personal trainer and nutritionist through Special Strong brought life back into her son.
Last updated July 6, 2026.
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