Kinetic360: Foundations of Motion
What It Is
Kinetic360: Foundations of Motion, is a comprehensive motor development program specifically designed for children with Autism and other developmental challenges. This holistic program takes children back to the core foundations of motor development through a series of structured, engaging, and scientifically backed activities. By addressing developmental milestones, sensory-motor integration, primitive reflex integration, and vision therapy, the program helps children build strong motor, cognitive, and sensory foundations for learning and growth. The program incorporates rhythm-based music and movement, oral sensory-motor stimulation, and balance and coordination training to support overall development.
Why It Is Needed
Motor and sensory integration play a critical role in a child’s ability to learn, communicate, and interact with the world. For children with Autism, challenges with motor planning, reflex integration, sensory processing, and visual perception can significantly impact their daily functioning. Often, delays in foundational motor development and unintegrated primitive reflexes contribute to difficulties in fine motor skills, balance, coordination, attention, and emotional regulation.
Kinetic360 bridges these gaps by addressing the root causes of these challenges. By providing a structured and engaging program, children are empowered to enhance their motor abilities, regulate their emotions, and improve their overall quality of life.
Program Highlights
Primitive Reflex Integration: Activities aimed at resolving retained reflexes to build a strong foundation for movement and learning.
Sensory-Motor Components: Exercises targeting proprioception, vestibular input, and tactile processing for better sensory integration.
Developmental Movements: A series of movements that mimic developmental milestones, such as crawling, rolling, and balancing.
Balance and Coordination Training: Fun and engaging activities to improve postural control, bilateral coordination, and gross motor skills.
Vision Therapy and Visual Perception: Exercises to enhance eye tracking, visual-motor coordination, and spatial awareness.
Rhythm-Based Music and Movement: Using rhythm and music to build motor timing, sequencing, and attention skills.
Oral Sensory-Motor Stimulation: Strategies to improve oral motor skills for better feeding, speech, and regulation.
How Does It Work?
Kinetic360: Foundations in Motion is structured as a progressive program that addresses the unique needs of each child.
Assessment: The program begins with a comprehensive evaluation of the child’s sensory-motor profile, reflex integration status, and developmental milestones.
Customized Plan: Each child receives an individualized plan tailored to their strengths and areas of improvement.
Engaging Activities: The sessions are designed to be playful, interactive, and motivating for children, using tools like therapy balls, swings, music, and tactile objects.
Therapeutic Integration: The program integrates various evidence-based approaches, including sensory integration therapy, neuro-developmental therapy (NDT), rhythmic movement training, vision therapy, and developmental movement patterns.
Parental Involvement: Parents are guided on how to support their child’s development at home through simple exercises and routines.
Who Should Join?
Kinetic360: Foundations in Motion is ideal for children who:
Have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other developmental challenges.
Struggle with motor coordination, balance, and reflex integration.
Face sensory processing difficulties such as hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity.
Exhibit delays in fine or gross motor skills.
Need support in improving visual-motor skills and spatial awareness.
Have challenges with oral motor skills related to feeding, speech, or sensory regulation.
Benefits of the Program
Improved balance, coordination, and motor planning.
Better sensory integration for increased attention and emotional regulation.
Enhanced visual-motor and perceptual skills.
Resolution of retained primitive reflexes for smoother movement patterns.
Stronger foundations for academic and social success.
This program combines scientific methods with creative, child-friendly approaches to make therapy effective and enjoyable. Backed by research and rooted in developmental principles, Kinetic360: Foundations of Motion empowers children to unlock their full potential in movement, learning, and self-regulation.
