EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

Adapted Physical Education

Helping students with disabilities access and participate in physical education through individualized, inclusive APE programs.

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ABOUT THIS SERVICE

What is Adapted Physical Education?

Adapted Physical Education (APE) is a specially designed physical education program for students with disabilities who require modifications to participate in the general PE curriculum. APE is a related service under IDEA and is written into a student's IEP when their disability affects their ability to participate in regular physical education. Our credentialed APE specialists assess students' physical fitness, motor skills, and movement patterns — then design individualized programs that help students develop physical competence, health-related fitness, and a lifelong love of movement. APE services are delivered in school settings across Southern California, both in-person and via teletherapy.

Every student deserves to move, play, and thrive.

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WHO WE HELP

We Support Students With...

Motor Development Delays

Students who have not met physical development milestones and need support building foundational movement skills.

Physical Disabilities

Students with orthopedic impairments, cerebral palsy, and other physical disabilities requiring modified PE programming.

Developmental Disabilities

Students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities who need adapted physical activity.

Balance & Coordination

Students with significant balance, coordination, and motor planning challenges affecting PE participation.

Health-Related Fitness

Students who need individualized support developing cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility.

Social Participation

Students who need support developing the social and communication skills for group physical activities.

THE PROCESS

What to Expect

APE Assessment

A comprehensive evaluation of the student's physical fitness, motor skills, and ability to participate in physical education activities.

Individualized APE Program

Development of an individualized APE program with specific goals and objectives aligned to the student's IEP.

Direct Services & Consultation

Direct APE instruction and consultation with PE teachers and school staff to support inclusive participation.

WHY CHOOSE STS

The STS Difference

Credentialed APE Specialists

Our APE providers hold California credentials in Adapted Physical Education and have extensive experience in school-based APE.

IEP-Aligned

All APE services are fully aligned with IEP goals and delivered in coordination with the educational team.

Inclusive Focus

We work toward maximum inclusion — helping students participate in general PE whenever appropriate and possible.

In-Person & Teletherapy

APE services available in-person at school sites and via teletherapy across Southern California.