F3 AMRAP 4 AUTISM
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Saturday April 22nd there will be a #BEATDOWN of epic proportions (AMRAP style) at Alcatraz. This #SNOTWOGGLER is being delivered to support families with autism (like mine) get the resources they need. The average cost for ABA therapy is $60,000 per year and can be much higher depending on the severity and need. Autism Strong Foundation is a local non-profit that is “Founded on faith and led by inclusion, our mission is to provide the strongest support, community and hope for those touched by autism. All funds raised by Autism Strong are mindfully donated to our community in the way that will make the greatest impact; connecting families and children to the resources they desperately need.” Give HERE if you feel so lead. Also shirts are live on Mudgear HERE (First order ends March 27 for delivery by event day – second order will launch soon after this one closes)
THE WHY:
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord…” Jeremiah 29:11
My son Noah was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in June of 2021. The verse from Jeremiah is a truth that my M and I have hung on to ever since that day. Admittedly there have been many days where we have doubted, more than I’d like to admit, as we’ve worked to learn and navigate this new world we were thrusted in to. One of the most impactful things we have been able to do for Noah is getting him ABA therapy. Through this focused therapy model we have seen Noah grow in so many areas. Today we still receive about 20 hours per week of ABA but since we started Noah has become more expressive of his needs/wants, increased in his social skills, increased in his daily living skills and we can clearly see his confidence has grown. We want all people affected with autism to have this same opportunity.
Through our journey we have found an amazing community and organization with a local nonprofit called Autism Strong Foundation. The foundation was started to help families that cannot afford to help their children get the care they need for autism. My M and I know firsthand, after battling with insurance for coverage, how difficult it can be to carry this burden on top of everything else. We know many families are losing that fight or just cannot afford to help their children with the extremely high cost of therapy. Some families must make a choice between paying the power bill or therapy for their special needs child, could you imagine that decision?
THE WHAT
- F3 AMRAP 4 AUTISM is taking over Alcatraz on Saturday April 22.
- 0630 launch with brief warmup and explanation of the day’s event
- 0640 Event Start. AMRAP below workout for 44 minutes with coupon. Partners recommended!
- 54 man makers with coupon
- 54 yard with coupon overhead
- 54 thrusters
- 54 bent over rows
- Run 1 lap around the park with coupon
- 0724 Clock Stops
- 0730 COT & Winners Announced
- 0745 Coffeteria
Other Details
- Workout is open to ALL MEN – regardless of if you donate. #CorePrinciple and all…
- We will be gathering as many coupons as we can. If you have a sandbag, kettlebell or cinderblock please bring it. Recommend no more than 50 lbs.
- AMRAP 4 AUTISM is an annual event started by Autism Strong Foundation in 2013. This year’s event will be in August and held in Charlotte. YHC will share registration details as they come available.
How you can help
- You can donate with your credit card by visiting the website linked below:
- WEBSITE(https://secure.givelively.org/donate/autism-strong-foundation/f3-x-amrap-4-autism-2023)