Dr. Martin E. Block is a Professor at the Department of Kinesiology, University of Virginia, and the Director of the Kinesiology for Individuals with Disabilities (KID) graduate program. He completed his BA studies in Physical Education at Guilford College (1980), MA studies in Adapted Physical Education at the Ohio State University (1981), and PhD studies in Kinesiology-Motor Development at the University of Maryland (1990), and has been a consultant with Special Olympics International, Beijing Sport University, and European Masters Program in Adapted Physical Activity. His leadership and service include serving as president of the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA) and the National Consortium of Physical Education for Individuals with Disabilities (NCPEID). He has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles, 23 chapters in books, and six books on adapted physical education and motor development. His areas of research interest include the philosophy and practice of students with disabilities in general physical education.