Devin’s folding walking cane sits along the wall at the YMCA pool. Devin and the members of his dojo participate in water aerobics regularly.

Devin works with the students of his dojo. Seeing as Devin’s program focuses on the blind and visually impaired, much of the instruction is used on honing instincts, muscle memory, and the physical senses of touch.

Devin Fernandez and the members of his dojo participate in water aerobics at the local YMCA

Devin’s guide dog sits by his side. An invaluable resource, his guide dog, “Skittles”, helps Devin in daily tasks from getting his coat and household items to crossing the street safely.

Devin Fernandez leads stretches at the beginning of his class

Members of the dojo use each other to guide themselves around the mat