Sekond Skin Society is a fitness application that promotes inclusive workouts for people of all abilities. The app provides adaptive exercises and community features, enabling individuals with and without disabilities to exercise together.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The fitness industry often lacks inclusivity, failing to provide accessible and adaptive workout options for individuals with disabilities. This can lead to exclusion and limited opportunities for people of all abilities to engage in physical activity together.
Solution
Sekond Skin Society offers a fitness application designed to promote inclusive workouts for people of all abilities. The platform provides a diverse range of on-demand classes, including yoga, dance, cardio, strength, and meditation/visualization, with options for seated, partially seated, and standing positions. The app is built with accessibility in mind, offering features like screen reader compatibility, adjustable text sizes and color schemes, and captions for every class. Sekond Skin Society aims to create a virtual movement community that rejects traditional fitness norms and prioritizes inclusivity for all bodies, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, or ability.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes individuals with and without disabilities seeking inclusive and adaptive fitness options, as well as fitness instructors passionate about promoting accessibility in the health and fitness industry.
Features
- On-demand classes in various movement styles: yoga, dance, cardio, strength, and meditation/visualization
- Mobility options include seated (no lower body), seated (some lower body), and standing/full body
- Ability to stream two versions of the same class simultaneously (e.g., standing and seated)
- Accessible design with screen reader compatibility and intuitive navigation
- Adjustable text size, lighting, and color schemes for visual customization
- Captions available for all classes
- Classes offered in American Sign Language
- Separate volume controls for instructor and background music