Brain Gym® was developed in the 1970s by Dr. Paul Dennison , an American educator and learning specialist, together with his wife, Gail Dennison.
Dr. Dennison initially explored movement-based activities while working with children and adults who experienced difficulties with reading, writing and learning. His work drew from educational kinesiology, sensory-motor development, and observations of how movement could influence learning readiness.
Rather than viewing learning as purely an intellectual process, Brain Gym emphasises the interaction between movement, sensory experiences, attention and learning.
Today, Brain Gym is particularly recognised for its practical movement activities that can be incorporated into classrooms, learning environments and everyday routines.
The focus is not simply on doing better academically, but on helping children become more ready, organised and engaged for learning through movement.
Brain Gym®️ – 101 - Balance for daily life
Brain Gym®️ – 104 - The 26 Brain Gym Movements
Brain Gym® for Little Ones – BG 112 Teacher Training
Designed for parents, teachers, therapists, and early childhood professionals, this program equips participants with practical Brain Gym® activities to foster school readiness, sensory-motor integration, attention, coordination, and a love for learning in young children. The workshop is offered both in-person and online, making it accessible to participants worldwide.
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