Movement with meaning
A stronger sense of belonging.
Derric's Gym & Sensory Center creates joyful, supportive spaces where people with developmental and mental disabilities can move, connect, and grow.
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Built around people.
Powered by community.
Every body belongs here.
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01 About DGym
Fitness is more than movement. It's a way to feel seen.
We're a nonprofit built to enhance the developmental, social, and mental qualities of people with physical and mental disabilities.
Through professional skill building, adaptive activity, and genuine community, DGym makes room for every person to participate at their own pace.
Our Derric's Gym & Sensory program combines adaptive fitness, sensory exploration, social connection, and life-skill practice in welcoming spaces. Participants can build confidence through movement, creative play, music, balance work, and shared community experiences, with support shaped around their individual goals.
Our purpose
A safe place to discover what's possible.
DGym provides a space for social interactions, physical development, identity awareness, and community support for individuals and their families.
- Safe, welcoming environments
- Developmentally appropriate activity
- Support that starts with listening
02 What we do
Small steps.
Big possibilities.
Our programs meet people where they are and help them build confidence through movement, play, and connection.
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Fun, accessible movement experiences built around each person’s abilities and goals.
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Music, texture, rhythm, and creative activities that support regulation, curiosity, and joy.
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Group experiences that build confidence, communication, identity awareness, and belonging.
Wherever you are
DGym can
meet you there.
Our mobile services are currently piloting throughout the Chesterfield and Tri-City area, bringing movement and connection directly into the community.
Mobile programs
Chesterfield + Tri-City
03 In their words
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The patience and care I really do appreciate.
— Sharon W.
“DGym provides an exceptional and much-needed service to the ID/DD community.”
— Angelica B.
04 In the community
Real moments.
Real belonging.
Every image tells a story of movement, confidence, support, and joy from the DGym community.
New moments from our movement, sensory, and community programs.
Make room for more
Help make belonging
part of the program.
Your support helps DGym keep adaptive movement, social connection, and community care within reach.
04 Let's connect
We'd love to
hear from you.
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Every body belongs here.
Whether you're ready to move, volunteer, partner, or simply ask a question, there's room for you at DGym.
Have a question, want to learn more, or ready to get involved? Reach out and let's start a conversation.