Changing the world's approach to education

Our vision is to transform education by making movement an integral part of teaching and learning, ensuring every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Through innovative, research-driven training, we aim to equip educators with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to create dynamic, brain-friendly classrooms. By fostering active learning environments that enhance cognitive engagement, support diverse learners, and nurture the whole child, we strive to revolutionize instruction and inspire a generation of confident, capable, and lifelong learners.

nationwide summits
Educators, Children's Health Professionals and Leaders in Innovation come together each year to stay ahead of the latest research in understanding how the brain learns best, the link between the brain and body, and other key strategies designed to improve academics, wellness, fitness, and the overall success of the child

Campuses

Joined the Action Based Learning movement in 2025. Inquire about how to become part of the Action Based Learning community. 

Partners
Our partners contribute to spreading our mission of changing kids lives through movement! 

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We’re a community of teachers and learners, working together to expand our understanding of how the brain learns best! 



What we do

ABL teaching strategies use movement with intention. Learn fun, simple. science backed strategies to incorporate movement into learning. Simply put, we use movement to improve student focus, engagement, and academic achievement. We provide professional development training for educators and children's organizations looking to improve the health, wellness, and education of the children they serve


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Choose from five in-depth learning paths developed with medical professionals, researchers, educational consultants and educators from around the globe. Learn professional skills and get a certificate in your area of interest.

2026 National Conference

Each year, ABL brings together educators, administrators and professionals working in all areas of children's health, wellness, and education. These events are for those looking to become an expert in the latest research and learn practical applications to creating brain-friendly environments, improving student focus, mood, and academic achievement. 
Your learning, your rules

Making education our top priority

The Science of Learning

Movement enhances learning by activating brain regions tied to focus, memory, and emotional regulation.
Research shows that even brief physical activity before a lesson can improve attention and memory, while movement during instruction helps encode learning more deeply. 

Active Learning

Action Based Learning equips educators with a diverse toolkit of strategies designed to support all learning styles. By integrating purposeful movement into instruction, teachers can elevate student engagement, foster joy in the learning process, and create a more inclusive and dynamic classroom environment.

The Link between movement and learning

Movement is a vital component of brain development and learning. Physical activity stimulates neural pathways that support attention, memory, and emotional regulation—key functions for academic success. In the classroom, integrating purposeful movement not only boosts engagement but also strengthens the brain’s capacity to process and retain information. 
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TESTIMONIALS

Don't just take our word for it

Enjoyed meeting so many wonderful people. Your breakout presenters were fabulous. I loved getting to see more content being used with movement and how to incorporate this in my subject area.
I was INCREDIBLY happy with the mindfulness and calming ideas, but more importantly the presentation and background info provided by Laura. She’s a kind and engaging presenter! 
This training was truly more than I expected especially in day 1. I have truly enjoyed learning the science and research behind the brain and how essential it is to our everyday lives! 
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What makes us different

Brain Friendly and Brain Compatible

Strategies used are research based and brain compatible 
Participants leave with strategies and activities that are ready to use on day 1
We provide resources that enable teachers to use the material easily with their students 
We are committed to bringing the joy back to teaching and learning 
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