Hands-on Experiential Training For:
OTs, PTs, RNs, kinesiologists, psychologists, teachers, special needs educators,
educational assistants, early childhood workers, behavioural interventionists,
chiropractors, counsellors, caregivers and parents.
Level 1 (RMT™ for Focus, Organization & Comprehension)
Pre-requisite: None
Learn the basics of the RMT:
How rhythmic movements assist in integrating reflexes;
Why this is important; and
What to do to stimulate brain connections for increased impulse control, attention, balance, coordination, stamina and learning.
Includes:
How RMT builds neuro-sensory-motor foundations for focus and higher level learning skills
Basics in brain development and ADD/ADHD
Ways to identify developmental imbalances
Methods for integrating primitive reflexes
The 17 foundational RMT passive and active movements
Includes illustrated manual
NB: In Level 1, we work with the TLR (forward/backward), Landau, STNR, Spinal Galant, Amphibian and Babinski reflexes. A balance is done for each reflex, as well as for the Neural Chassis (sensory integration), and Cerebellum.
Level 2 (RMT™ for Emotions, Memory and Behaviour)
Pre-requisite: RMT Level 1
Learn effective RMT techniques for integrating developmental reflexes that are crucially important for sensory integration as well as social and emotional maturity.
Includes:
Methods for integrating Fear Paralysis and Moro Reflexes
Basics on motor function and the limbic system
How to release muscle tension and emotional upset
Using to RMT to increase brain connectivity to the frontal lobes
Movements to release anxiety and stored emotional and physical tension
Includes illustrated manual
NB: In Level 2, there is an introduction to the Fear/Paralysis reflex. The Moro Reflex and the Tendon Guard Reflex are the main focus of the manual. There are balances for these reflexes, as well as for the Limbic System and the Prefrontal Cortex.
Level 3 (RMT™ for Reading & Writing)
Pre-requisite: RMT 1
This 2-day course deals with how our reading and writing ability is affected by various factors such as our vision, our ability to recognize the sounds of language, and our motor ability.
Topics included in this course:
Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex
Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex
Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
Moro Reflex
Head Righting Reflex
Hand Reflexes: Grasp, Babkin, Hand Pulling
Visual development and checking visual function
Auditory development and challenges
Neural Patterns for Reading
Includes illustrated manual
NB: In Level 3, we have balances for the ATNR, Babkin, Grasp, Hands Pulling, TLR, STNR, Moro and Head Righting Reflexes.
Face the Fear (Facial Reflexes, Language Development, Bonding & Attachment)
Pre-requisite: RMT Level 1 & 2
Learn effective techniques for integrating developmental protection and facial reflexes that are critically important for language development, and the crucial role the Fear Paralysis and Moro reflexes play in developing maturity, developing confidence and self esteem. This course extends the information on the clinging part of the Moro reflex and some of the reflexes associated with helping this clinging let us be safe to explore the world.
This course looks at using rhythmic movements, modified isometric pressure activities, and kinesiology techniques to promote emotional and behavioral integration.
Topics included in this course:
Palmar, Babkin & Plantar Reflexes
Sucking & Rooting Reflexes
Jaw & Leg Tension
Speech & Writing Improvements
Includes illustrated manual
NB: In Face the Fear, the reflexes covered are Fear/Paralysis (in depth), Palmar/Babkin, Infant Plantar, Rooting, Suck, Babkin – with a balance for each reflex – plus a facial massage to encourage integration of the reflexes that affect the development of the face, skull, tongue, palate and lips.
For further information about the importance of the infant movements:
http://download.wendysk.ca/RhythmicMvmt/integrating_reflexes.pdf
http://download.wendysk.ca/RhythmicMvmt/RMT-ResearchWeb
http://download.wendysk.ca/RhythmicMvmt/RMT-Research-LancetArticle