{"id":1619,"date":"2022-10-26T14:07:50","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T03:07:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.downsyndrome.org.au\/vic\/?page_id=1619"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:16:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T00:16:18","slug":"dsv-fitskills","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.downsyndrome.org.au\/vic\/dsv-fitskills\/","title":{"rendered":"FitSkills21: an evidence-based physical activity program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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FitSkills21: workout and have fun!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Want to be part of something active and social?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are participating or volunteering, you will be part of a supportive partnership. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercise has never been so much fun!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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FitSkills21 is an evidence-based physical activity program designed for individuals with Down syndrome. Each participant is paired with a dedicated volunteer FitSkills21 Partner for motivation and support. FitSkills21 aims to enhance fitness and wellbeing through a supportive and inclusive approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Workouts are weekly, facilitated and 1-hour long. Afterwards everyone has a meal together, fostering community. The program is tailored by a physiotherapist, and includes personalised, easy-to-read exercise programs with regular check-ins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program runs to school terms, however, we are in the process of introducing some special offerings in the holidays to keep momentum up and keep the FitSkills21 community connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FitSkills21 is being offered by DSV as an NDIS service.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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What’s involved:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n