ABL Academy Courses

Action Based Learning Certifications

What's the difference between each certification?

The Lab facilitator certification is a specialized certification specifically for implementing, managing, and enhancing the effectiveness of your ABL Lab. This certification is designed for Lab Facilitators or educators and administrators involved in creating and maintaining a successful lab in your school.

The School certification extends well beyond the lab to assist educators in becoming recognized leaders and experts on all things movement and learning, including creating active classrooms and schools and an overall culture of healthy, happy, engaged students using movement!

The District Certification allows you to train other teachers, educators, administrators, etc. throughout your school district! *Must have completed minimum of 1 year as a School Trainer first*

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ABL-LF  Action Based Learning Certified Lab Facilitator

ABL recommends that each school that utilizes an ABL lab designate 1 ABL lab facilitator. This should be an individual who has shown strong interest and affinity for Action-Based Learning implementation. The role of the Lab Facilitator is to provide structure to the ABL program in the areas of scheduling, set-up, room layout, student progressions, and ongoing care of the labs.  

A total of 4 courses are required. These courses can be purchased in a bundle upfront, or you may pay for each course as you go.  There is no limit on the time to complete the certification. Some educators may prefer to space out their courses, and enroll in 1 course every few months. Others may take all 4 courses consecutively, to speed up the process of becoming certified. With this in mind, the time to obtain certification varies. (Average time to complete: 2-4 months) 

COURSES REQUIRED:  ABL-101 ($195), ABL-102 ($195),  ABL-201 ($195),  ABL-210  ($195)

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ABL-ST   Action Based Learning Certified School Trainer

While the Lab Facilitator certification is specifically for labs, the ABL School Trainer certification is for bringing Action Learning concepts beyond the lab and infusing ABL strategies school-wide. Receiving an ABL School Trainer Certification means the individual is authorized to provide leadership, training, and support for ABL throughout your school.  ABL recommends (2) individuals from each school to become ABL school trainers.  

COURSES REQUIRED: ABL-101 ($195), ABL-201 ($195), ABL-210 ($195), ABL-102 ($195), ABL-205 ($195), ABL-322 ($195), ABL-321 ($195) ABL-331 ($195)

NOTE: School Trainers are eligible to apply for the District level certification after one year, as outlined below.

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ABL-DT  Action Based Learning Certified District Trainer

After 1 year as a certified school trainer, the individual will automatically be eligible to apply for district certification. *Please reach out directly to ablacademy.com for pricing and options*

Prerequisites: Must be a certified school trainer for 1-year minimum prior to obtaining ABL-DT certification. No additional courses are required. ABL-DT must demonstrate the ability to apply brain-based strategies at all levels from K-12th grade. Email ablacademy@kidsfit.com to complete the application process. 

ABL Certified District Trainers work throughout their district to teach and implement the science & benefits of Action Based Learning. ABL-DT provides support to multiple campuses throughout the district and present ABL strategies to parents & community via local conferences and professional development days within the district. 

Certification at this level entitles ABL-DT to ongoing access to all content (available on ABL Online Academy). Involvement includes input into the development of new ABL initiatives. As an integral part of the recognized international community, district trainers will meet regularly to present and strategize with other district leaders on ABL best practices.

COURSES REQUIRED: ABL-SPEC ($195) + ABL-SPEC ($195) + ABL-SPEC ($195) The learner may choose to take any ABL specialty course of their choice.

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FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN OBTAINING AN ABL CERTIFICATION:

To learn more about Action Based Learning certifications, email ablacademy@kidsfit.com

Least, Last, Lost (3L) Workshop

OUR WHY

We’ve made it our personal mission to impact the children who need
us the most, and we are doing this through Action Based Learning! 3L is our mission to impact the lives of the students thought of as Least likely to succeed, Last in line at recess, & Lost in the system. We believe in

Least Last Lost --> First, Foremost, Found

ABOUT 3L

The 3L training is for all K-12 educators to stand with us in our mission
and learn strategies and teaching methods to make an impact on students - specifically the 3L students. If you are an educator working with disadvantaged students, this training is a MUST!!

How do I know if this training is for me?

Do you have students who...have difficulty sitting still? Do you have students who exhibit off task behaviors? Does your school need to raise test scores? Are you looking for opportunities to increase learning and decrease off task behavior? If so, you don’t want to miss this!

Are you looking to Increase Learning & Improve Classroom Culture?

This is not a program, but a paradigm shift in thinking and teaching. 3L training is designed to assist and support you as an educator to develop a better
understanding of your students, particularly those that leave you with your hands in the air saying, “I have tried everything! What now?!”. Understanding the complexities of poverty and the behaviors that are often associated with it, enable you to identify the issue and use appropriate strategies to reduce most common misbehaviors. You will leave this training with a positive and proactive approach to improving your classroom climate!

Location:

Action Based Learning

315 Industrial Rd. Summerville, SC 29483

Time:

9am - 4pm each day (2 Day Event - Lunch Included)

(**Day 2 allows time for 1-on-1 meeting with your ABL Master Trainer in the afternoon. Sessions may release early depending on group size.)

Downloads:

Download 3L Training pdf

View Upcoming 3L Trainings

Attire: Casual

Arrival Time: 9am each day

Need to Bring: Not required to bring any items. (Some attendees prefer to bring notepad for taking notes, personal water bottle, and an extra jacket/layer for room temperature changes)

Charleston Workshops

Due to the pandemic, workshops are currently on hold until June 2021. In the meantime, ABL is offering virtual workshops for groups of 12 or more. If your group is interested in setting up a virtual workshop, please submit request form here to receive an official proposal for your group.

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What will I learn?

How and Why it is vital to implement movement into the learning process. Take home skills to implement immediately into your classroom Learn new techniques and activities to provide your students this year!

How do I know if this training is for me?

-Are you a teacher, admin, principal, OT/PT, Program Coordinator, After School Facility, YMCA, Health Dept. or Parent? Have you ever said any of the below statements?

-I want to transform my classroom, I want to learn how to better impact these children. I need motivation, I want to renew my passion and purpose in what I do.  I want to meet other people just like myself. I want direction and hands on training with science backed strategies. I am ready to take my good school to a great school. I am ready to go from a good teacher, to a great teacher!

If YES, then THIS TRAINING IS FOR YOU!

Location: Action Based Learning Facility 315 Industrial Rd. Summerville, SC 29483

Time: 9am-4pm with a 1 hour lunch catered on site

Cost: $395/person

Includes: Certificate of Completion, catered lunch each day of training, trainer resources & ABL giveaways

Recommended Hotel: Home2Suites by Hilton - 221 Holiday Dr, Summerville, SC 29483   (8 minutes from ABL training location, 18 minutes from airport)

Airport: CHS Charleston International Airport  (approx 25 minutes from ABL Training location)

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ABL WORKSHOP INVITE

1 DAY EVENT

TRACI LENGEL 

The Movement-Technology Balance (MT) Introduction:

This practical training focuses on strategies to balance movement and technology usage in the classroom and redefine teaching-learning methodologies in all academic environments. We provide detailed teacher/student practices and balancing illustrations that include the following:

· Movement as a “must” in the teaching and learning process

· Brain-based research on movement and student achievement

· “The ABC's of Daily Movement for A.L.L.” and “The ABCD's of Technology for A.L.L.”

· Bridging the gap with S.T.R.I.D.E.S.

· Practical activities and applications for enhancing students' learning state

· Uniting academics, movement, and technology to increase student success, retention, and content rigor

· Maximizing learning motivation through student engagement and fun

· The MT balance as a means for improving social, physical, mental/emotional, and cognitive growth

· Movement's influence on mindfulness, trauma, and cognitive functioning We encourage scheduling as many days as your availability and budget will allow.

Opportunity for direct, content specific MT lessons that will help build individual comfort levels and expand thinking specific to your learning environments. The Comprehensive Plan provides a step-by-step, all inclusive best practice model on how to become an MT balanced school.

Location: Action Based Learning Facility 315 Industrial Rd. Summerville, SC 29483 

Time: 9am-4pm with a 1 hour lunch catered on site

Cost: $395/person

Includes: Certificate of Completion, catered lunch each day of training, trainer resources & ABL giveaways

Recommended Hotel: Home2Suites by Hilton - 221 Holiday Dr, Summerville, SC 29483   (8 minutes from ABL training location, 18 minutes from airport)

Airport: CHS Charleston International Airport  (approx 25 minutes from ABL Training location)

1 DAY EVENT

TRACI LENGEL

This training focuses on kinesthetic furniture, flexible seating, alternative workstations, and redefining the physical environment of any and all educational settings. An overview of brain-based research, means for increasing academic achievement, and “Teaching with P.R.I.D.E.” will be introduced.

Includes: Furniture implementation, management strategies, and practical activities that allow for immediate classroom application!

Location: Action Based Learning Facility 315 Industrial Rd. Summerville, SC 29483 

Time: 9am-4pm with a 1 hour lunch catered on site

Cost: $395/person

Includes: Certificate of Completion, catered lunch each day of training, trainer resources & ABL giveaways

Recommended Hotel: Home2Suites by Hilton - 221 Holiday Dr, Summerville, SC 29483   (8 minutes from ABL training location, 18 minutes from airport)

Airport: CHS Charleston International Airport  (approx 25 minutes from ABL Training location)