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On satisfactory completion of the 3 day course, you will be able to teach the 26 activities to groups in settings of your choice. This 3 day course combines an in-depth review of the Brain Gym activities with an accreditation process to qualify as a Brain Gym Movement Facilitator.
Key programme details
Class hours
24 hours
Delivery mode
Practical and conceptual review of Brain Gym activitiesEvaluation of presentations during course
Qualification level
Brain Gym Movement Facilitator
Professional Level 1
Location and dates
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Pathway to:
Educational Kinesiology Consultant
Professional Level 2Key outcomes- Gain a solid foundation in how to do the Brain Gym activities to best effect
- Learn how to creatively adapt the activities to the abilities of groups and individuals you are teaching
- Understand the core motor development principles on which the activities are based
- Create flexible programmes for using the activities with your interest group
- Refine teaching the activities using the drawing out style of learning on which Edu-K is based
- Develop a clear, effective style of communication when explaining the core principles and activities of the Brain Gym programme
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How is the training delivered?
This training is delivered by a Faculty Instructor (senior teacher). The main delivery features are:
- Active student participation throughout the course
- Demonstrations of your understanding of how to do the activities, when to use them and how to honour the present abilities of your students
- Discussions on the background to the activities
- Creation and presentation of sample programmes for using the activities in different situations and with varied age groups
- Continuous constructive peer and Instructor feedback
The training content
Day 1 – Review of the activities: Your Faculty Instructor will review all 26 activities with in depth discussion on why, how and when to use them, with your active participation.
Day 2 – Demonstration of activities: You will be asked to demonstrate your knowledge of the activities and how you would teach them to different client groups.
Day 3 – Putting the activities into action: Creation of sample programmes, discussion of reasons for choosing groups or sequences of activities and aims and objectives.
Requirements prior to attending the course
Before attending the Brain Gym Movement Facilitator Course, you will need to have completed all prior requisites, including having your home study evaluated and signed off by your Instructors:
- Brain Gym 101 course
- Sensory development module (or equivalent prior learning)
At the end of the course
At the end of the course, if you accreditation has been confirmed, you will need to complete some formalities to be presented with your Certificate of Qualification as a Brain Gym Movement Facilitator:
- Signature of a Sub-licence Agreement with the Educational Kinesiology Trust
- Enrolment as a Professional Member of the Educational Kinesiology Trust (includes continuing professional development requirements after 2 years)
- Copy of a Certificate of Professional Insurance
- Adult teaching qualification
Key information about this course
24 hours
Class time
70%
Practical
30%
Concepts & background
0 hours
Home study
Gateway to:
Educational Kinesiology Consultant
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