About Fight4Balance Charity
At Fight4Balance (F4B), we are dedicated to improving the lives of young people with functional and intellectual disabilities to keep families surviving and thriving. F4B is founded by a Brisbane family with their eldest son, Jacob, diagnosed with intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, and autism. We recognise the 'fight' for young people living with disability is not just physical, but also psychological and emotional; extending to parents and siblings who struggle to balance their own wellbeing while caring for their family members. Our charity's mission is to deliver adaptive and inclusive fitness programs to enhance functional independence, develop crucial life skills, boost confidence, and improve social wellbeing for these marginalised youth.
5.5 million
Australians (21.4%) living with disability in 2022, up from 17.7% in 2018.
21.4%
Australians experience disability — that's just over 1 in 5 people
IF-I-CAN-YOU-CAN CHALLENGE
Funds raised through the If-I-Can-You-Can Challenge will transform lives by expanding our Charity's delivery of adaptive fitness programs to young people with disabilities. Every dollar raised drives progress toward strengthening community awareness and accepting different behaviours; particularly in rural and remote Australia.
Adaptive & Inclusive Fitness Programs
After a powerful first phase pilot program launched where buddies experienced real-life peer support simulations, the Buddy App is ready for launch.
Empowering students with the empathy, confidence, and tools to support peers with disabilities—this is connection in action.
Disability Fitness Coaching App
Empowering corporate and government agencies with tailored Special Needs training, we foster inclusive workplaces built on empathy, understanding, and action. These sessions aren’t just educational— they’re transformational, setting the standard for purposeful collaboration across sectors.
Raising awareness of 'Different Behaviours'
Through immersive, hands-on sessions, educators and practitioners (EPs and PEs) gain essential skills to confidently engage with youth with disabilities. This tailored training sharpens expertise, fosters empathy, and equips every participant to lead with impact in inclusive learning environments.
IF-I-CAN-YOU-CAN Challenge
Funds raised through the If-I-Can-You-Can Challenge will transform lives by expanding our Charity's delivery of adaptive fitness programs to young people with disabilities. Every dollar raised drives progress toward strengthening community awareness and accepting different behaviours; particulalry in rural and remote Australia.
IF-I-CAN-YOU-CAN
Challenge Categories
60sec Gym-Bike Challenge
Through our iconic 60-Second Gym Bike Challenge, every calorie burned helps raise awareness, inspire conversations, and support opportunities for young people with disabilities. Push hard, have fun, and be part of a movement that's changing lives - one pedal at a time.
'Hang Time' Challenge
Participants record and improve their best deadhang time over 30 days, building strength, resilience, and confidence along the way.
Whether you're competing with friends, colleagues, teammates, or challenging yourself, every second counts toward a more inclusive future for young people with disabilities.
30-Day 'No Spill Squat' Challenge
Our 30‑Day No Spill Squat Challenge is a fun, accessible fitness challenge that blends balance, control, and determination. Participants aim to complete as many squats as possible over 30 days while holding a cup of their favourite drink in outstretched arms — without spilling a drop.
Do it anywhere: at home, work, school, or the gym. No limits, no minimums, no excuses — every squat helps raise awareness and support opportunities for young people with disabilities.
How to Join the Challenge
Team Formation
Participants can either create a team or join an existing one. Team creators must have a genuine affiliation or approval from the organisation they represent.
3 competitors per team
- Recruits vs Recruits
- School & Open Team Divisions
- Men / Women / Unified subcategories
Total combined calories, seconds and/or squats counted
- Combined totals of 3x competitors from each team
- Total = Top 2x Team Members (TM) + TM with lowest calories
Team Name
- Each Team nominates a Team Name
- e.g. QPS Alpha-1, Brumby Try-hards, AFP Top Guns
Sign Up
- Team Leader register their team – sends invite to TMs
- Recruits = no entry fee
- Teams = $150 donation per team to sign up
Solo Competitors
Flying solo?
You can still make a powerful impact.
Whether you're repping your workplace, your child’s school, or a community you care about—your effort fuels their total.
Sign up as a solo competitor — every calorie, second and/or squat you record helps your chosen team climb the leaderboard.
Sweat with purpose, support your people!
FUNDRAISING SUPERSTAR
Going above and beyond to raise funds for the cause? You’re a Fundraising Superstar. Whether you're rallying donations or inspiring others to give, your efforts help drive real impact. Every dollar raised gets us closer to our goal—so keep leading the way!
SOLO $500
SOLO $1000
SOLO $2500
SOLO $3500
TEAM $7500
Fundraise $7500 and every team member earns a limited-edition Platinum ‘IF I CAN YOU CAN’ Challenge Shirt & Challenge Coin and trophy.
