In regards to students with ASD in physical education, it has been stated that
physical education has not implemented the appropriate adaptations to maximize
instruction for students with autism (Weber & Thorpe, 1992). The atmosphere of the
physical education environment can cause sensory overload for a child with autism
(Houston-Wilson & Lieberman, 2003). Therefore, physical educators need to provide an
organized and predictable environment for students (Houston-Wilson & Lieberman,
2003). Simpson et al. (2003) stated, “Independent of the exact nature and severity of their
disability, all children and youth with autism spectrum disorder require careful
individualized planning to experience educational success” (p.116).