Speaking Engagements
Karen Hurley is an experienced physical therapist, adaptive fitness specialist, educator, and speaker who helps audiences better understand neurodiversity, inclusion, movement, fitness, and wellness. Through engaging presentations grounded in real-world experience, Karen provides practical strategies that attendees can immediately apply in schools, fitness facilities, healthcare settings, community programs, and everyday life.
Speaking Topics
Neurodiversity & Inclusion
Practical strategies to support participation, communication, confidence, and success for individuals with autism, ADHD, and diverse learning and movement needs.
Adaptive Fitness for All Abilities
How fitness professionals, educators, therapists, and families can create meaningful movement opportunities that support lifelong health and wellness.
Regulation Through Movement
Understanding how movement, exercise, and sensory-informed strategies can support regulation, learning, behavior, and participation.
Inclusive Schools & Communities
Creating environments where individuals of all abilities feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed.
From Therapy to Lifelong Wellness
Helping individuals build sustainable pathways from therapy services into fitness, recreation, community participation, and lifelong health.
Fitness Without Limits
Lessons learned from building adaptive fitness, inclusive strength programs, and opportunities that help individuals discover what they are capable of achieving.
Who We Speak To
Schools & School Districts
Fitness Professionals & Coaches
Therapists & Healthcare Providers
Parent Groups & Caregivers
Nonprofits & Community Organizations
Conferences & Professional Events
Why Choose Karen
Physical Therapist
Over 20 years of experience supporting individuals across educational, healthcare, and community settings.
Adaptive Fitness Specialist
Founder of ABL Fitness and creator of inclusive fitness opportunities for individuals of all abilities.
Educator
Experienced presenter, trainer, and instructor who translates complex concepts into practical strategies.
Real-World Perspective
Every presentation is grounded in direct experience working with athletes, students, families, educators, therapists, and fitness professionals.
Popular Presentations
- Regulate Before You Educate
- The IEP of Fitness
- Adaptive Fitness for All Abilities
- Building Inclusive Fitness Programs
- Neurodiversity in Sports & Fitness
- Transitioning from Therapy to Lifelong Wellness
Serving Organizations Across Greater Boston
ABL Fitness provides speaking engagements, workshops, professional development, and educational presentations for schools, organizations, healthcare providers, fitness professionals, and community groups throughout Greater Boston and MetroWest, including Wellesley, Needham, Newton, Natick, Framingham, Brookline, Boston, Dedham, Weston, Dover, and Medfield.
Presentation topics include adaptive fitness, neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, sensory regulation, disability inclusion, school-based wellness, and strategies for creating more inclusive and supportive environments for individuals of all abilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Karen presents on a variety of topics related to adaptive fitness, neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, sensory regulation, disability inclusion, movement, wellness, strength and conditioning, and creating inclusive opportunities for individuals of all abilities.
Presentations can be tailored for educators, therapists, fitness professionals, coaches, school staff, healthcare providers, parent groups, recreation departments, nonprofits, and community organizations.
Yes. Every presentation can be customized to meet the goals, audience, and needs of your organization. Whether you are seeking practical strategies, professional development, or inspiration, content can be tailored accordingly.
Yes. In addition to traditional speaking engagements, Karen offers workshops, staff training, professional development sessions, and interactive learning experiences that provide practical tools participants can implement immediately.
Yes. Speaking engagements, workshops, and training sessions can be delivered in person or virtually depending on the needs of the organization and audience.
Presentation length can vary depending on the event. Sessions may range from short keynote presentations and conference sessions to half-day, full-day, or multi-session professional development experiences.
Presentations are grounded in real-world experience as a physical therapist, adaptive fitness specialist, educator, and nonprofit leader. Attendees receive practical, evidence-informed strategies that can be applied immediately in schools, fitness facilities, healthcare settings, and community programs.
Contact ABL Fitness to discuss your audience, event goals, preferred format, and presentation topics. We will work with you to create a meaningful and engaging experience for your participants.
