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Our programs

Gym Time

Fitness sessions built for our athletes — adults and teens with Down syndrome, autism and other disabilities. No experience needed, and no one gets left on the sidelines.

The Steppin' It Up crew standing together in their black team shirts on the gym turf

Warm-ups together

Every session starts as a group — stretching, walking laps and getting the music going so nobody feels rushed or singled out.

Strength at your own pace

Athletes work through simple strength and balance stations with a coach or volunteer beside them, using weights and movements matched to what each person can do today.

Healthy hearts

Cardio time is about moving and laughing, not competing. Treadmills, bikes, dancing — whatever gets hearts going.

Cheering each other on

We close with high-fives and celebrating wins out loud. Courage grows fastest when the whole room notices it.

Coaching and movement

Athlete in a pink Steppin' It Up shirt smiling during core work on the turfAthlete performing a single-arm kettlebell row on a benchSmiling athlete using a leg extension machineAthlete pressing overhead on a shoulder press machineCoach in a Steppin' It Up jacket helping an athlete on the chest pressAthletes lifting a trap bar and rowing during a session

Who it's for

Anyone in the Grand Junction area living with a disability who wants to move, make friends and feel strong. Family members and caregivers are always welcome to stay and join in.

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