EXERSHINEkids Therapist Resources

Elevate Your Pediatric OT Practice with EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp!

Unlock a world of benefits for kids with our EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp!

There are a multitude of studies demonstrating the positive impact of exercise for overall improved health, improved focus, and improved confidence for individuals of all ages High Intensity Exercise can be a valuable therapy tool for pediatric OT practitioners! Elevate your pediatric OT game with a unique blend of exercise and evidence-based OT principles. Gain insights from Dr. Wheadon’s research-packed journey.

Health Boost

Exercise works wonders for overall health, focus, and confidence.

Evidence-Backed

Dr. Amy Wheadon’s 23 years of practice + high-intensity exercise + OT principles+research on the program = A game-changing approach.

Sensory Skills

Improve sensory processing skills through our innovative POWER Bootcamp Program.

Ready to make a lasting impact?
Join the movement with EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp!

Improve the Health, Focus and Confidence of Children

There are a multitude of studies demonstrating the positive impact of exercise for overall improved health, improved focus, and improved confidence for individuals of all ages (especially children). High Intensity Exercise can be a valuable therapy tool for pediatric OT practitioners, not only from a physical, emotional and confidence perspective, but also as a change agent for improving sensory processing skills. This novel concept has been the focus of Dr. Amy Wheadon’s recent research and is the cornerstone for the treatment philosophy at the EXERSHINEkids Bootcamp Academy Clinics. As a culmination of 23 years of pediatric practice blending high intensity exercise with evidence based principles of OT, Dr. Wheadon has founded, designed and researched her EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp Program to develop a training program for practitioners. 

EXERSHINEkids Training & Certification Program

For OT Practitioners: Elevate your practice with our novel framework!

  • Two-Part Training: Distance learning + Live Zoom Webinar
  • Part 1: Theory, frameworks, research, and evidence (4 hours of self paced distance learning)
  • Part 2: 6-hour live Zoom webinar for practical application
  • Certification as a trained EXERSHINEkids practitioner
  • Earn 10 contact hours and 1.0 AOTA CEUs (AOTA Approved Provider)
  • Membership Option for Trained and Certified Clinicians:
  • Access EXERSHINEkids online portal
  • 52 Novel Protocols + 8 holiday protocols
  • Videos, visuals and at home challenges
  • Marketing materials
  • Documentation Forms
  • Logos and Templates
  • Monthly meetings with Dr. Amy Wheadon for implementation support
  • Trained and Certified clinician communityand more!

Ready to boost your credentials and join a thriving community? Check out our upcoming training dates and program details on our website for clinicians.

EmPOWER Your Practice with EXERSHINEkids POWER Bootcamp!

Emily B.

OT, MS, OTR

Emily is a licensed and registered Occupational Therapist who received her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy in 2022, from American International College in Springfield, MA. She gained clinical experience working with children with ADD, ADHD, SPD, ASD, and a variety of other diagnoses. She has her bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology and considers fitness a passion. Emily is enthusiastic about incorporating the use of therapeutic exercise and movement in her treatment sessions to help bring confidence and success to children and their families. 

In her free time, Emily enjoys exercising, playing with her dog, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.