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I am an amputee or family member
Find support, education, community, and a starting point that makes sense for where you are today.
Real support. Real progress.
Move forward
Move forward
with confidence.
Amputee Walking School helps amputees and their families find education, training, wellness support, and a community that understands the journey.
Education
Practical guidance for the next stage.
Community
Encouragement from people who get it.
Action
AWS Steps, wellness, and momentum.
What AWS does
Education, movement, wellness, and community all under one roof.
AWS should feel like the place where people land and immediately understand two things: first, they are not alone; second, there is a real path forward. This structure gives you a clean business site that also points people toward action.
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Learn
Clear education about walking, recovery, prosthetic use, wellness, and what to expect next.
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Move
Programs and tools that help people build momentum instead of feeling stuck on the sidelines.
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Connect
Support, mentorship, and real-world encouragement from people who understand the journey.
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Partner
Hospitals, prosthetic providers, and sponsors can help bring AWS programs to more communities.
Why AWS Exists
More than a program. A path forward.
Amputee Walking School helps people move from uncertainty to action after limb loss. It is a place for practical education, real-world encouragement, and support for what comes next.
AWS brings together walking education, wellness, and community so people can build confidence, gain momentum, and keep moving forward—one step at a time.
- ✓ Real-world walking and recovery education
- ✓ Support from people who understand the journey
- ✓ Programs that build confidence and independence
How one question started Amputee Walking School
After the Paralympics, people didn’t ask about medals. They asked, “How are you moving like that?”
Todd Schaffhauser turned that question into a practical, hands-on way to help amputees move forward.
Read Todd’s Story
Start here
Three clear paths into the site.
This keeps the homepage from trying to explain the entire universe in one breath. A small miracle, honestly.
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I represent a hospital or prosthetic company
Learn how to host an AWS program, support events, or help more people discover this work.
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I want the action side
Jump into AWS Steps, wellness, movement goals, and the “do something today” part of the mission.
Programs and services
Built to help people move forward, and built to help partners participate.
Education and training
- Walking and mobility education
- Confidence-building sessions
- Practical guidance for recovery and daily life
- Training opportunities for patients and partners
Wellness and coaching
- Core Four wellness focus
- Personal encouragement and accountability
- Motivation that goes beyond one event
- A better bridge between treatment and everyday life
Business and funding model
- Hospital and prosthetic-company hosted programs
- Banner sponsors and brand supporters
- Membership opportunities
- Revenue streams that support growth and reach
Upcoming Programs
Find an AWS Program Near You
Find upcoming AWS programs designed to help with walking, mobility, confidence, and real-world progress. Spots are often limited, so check back frequently for new dates and locations.
Apr 25, 2026 • 9 am
Amputee Walking School
Learn more about this upcoming AWS event, including location details, schedule information, and registration options.
Jul 25, 2026 • 9 am
Amputee Walking School
Learn more about this upcoming AWS event, including location details, schedule information, and registration options.
Oct 10, 2026 • 9 am
Amputee Walking School
Learn more about this upcoming AWS event, including location details, schedule information, and registration options.
Not sure what to expect? Here’s what a typical AWS program looks like.
What a Typical AWS Program Looks Like
Each program combines expert-led instruction, real-world guidance, and hands-on practice to help amputees and clinicians move forward with confidence.
Structured Learning
Start the day with practical, easy-to-understand instruction led by experienced clinicians.
Expert Guidance
Learn proven techniques for walking, balance, and daily movement from professionals who specialize in amputee care.
Community & Connection
Connect with others on the same journey—patients, clinicians, and support teams all working together.
Then in the afternoon, everything comes to life with hands-on training in the gym.
Where Learning Becomes Real Progress
In the afternoon, everything shifts from understanding to action. This is where participants practice, adjust, and build confidence in real time.
Guided Practice
Work one-on-one with clinicians to improve walking, balance, and movement patterns.
Real-Time Adjustments
Make small changes that lead to big improvements in comfort, stability, and mobility.
Build Confidence
Practice real-world movements in a safe, supportive environment designed for progress.
Latest News
Recent updates, program announcements, and community highlights from AWS.
JUL27, 2025
Featured
7,000 Steps A Day - The New Goal?
New research suggests 7,000 daily steps may deliver major health benefits—challenging the long-held 10,000-step goal.
APR7, 2026
AWS Launches New Website
The Amputee Walking School launched a new website with clearer and more accessible navigation, making it easier for amputees, caregivers, clinicians, and sponsors to quickly find the information and support they need.
JUL13, 2025
Non-Opiod Nerve System for Post-Amputation Pain
AWS Steps
The action engine behind the mission.
Daily steps. Clear goals. Visible progress. Real encouragement. Less “someday,” more “today.”
AWS Steps gives people a clear, measurable way to move forward—one step at a time. It turns effort into progress you can see, track, and build on.
- Track step activity and progress
- Build daily momentum and consistency
- Connect movement to wellness, education, and encouragement
- Give sponsors and partners something visible and meaningful to support
Already a member? Visit your dashboard
Real user dashboard (example)
Tracks steps, goals, and progress as you go.
For hospitals, clinics, prosthetic companies, and sponsors
Bring AWS programs to your community.
This section helps position AWS as more than a nice cause. It becomes a practical partner with programs, education, visibility, and community benefit.
Host a program
Offer patients and families a meaningful next step beyond discharge paperwork and crossed fingers.
Sponsor the mission
Support AWS through banner sponsorships, program funding, and visible brand alignment.
Expand your reach
Connect your organization with education, movement, and community-centered support that people remember.
Support and encouragement
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Resources
Helpful information, training content, and guidance for the next stage of recovery and mobility.
Community
Meet people who understand the physical and emotional side of this journey, not just the brochure version.
Mentorship
Encouragement from people who have been there and can help make the road ahead feel less overwhelming.
Get connected
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you are looking for support, want to host a program, or want to help fund the mission, AWS is ready to start the conversation.