MELISSA KINDERKINETICS
Kinderkinetics is a pediatric profession which aims for optimal neuro-motoric development in children, neuro-typical and special needs, between the age of 0 and 13 years through scientifically based movement programs. The aim is to optimise children's holistic development by encouraging children to integrate the body and the brain, whilst having fun. We make sure all children's milestones are on par and that their gross motor skills (balance, coordination, midline
crossing etc) are developing as should. Melissa Brink is our on-site Kinderkineticist who will be able to answer all your questions.
EVALUATION
Scientific evaluation regarding different areas of development and to identify if any gross motor or fine motor delays are present. Includes in depth report.
*prerequisite for remedial therapy.
INDIVIDUAL KINDERKINETICS (0-13 YEARS)
Ensures that children's age-specific gross motor skills are on par so that any motor developmental delays can be prevented and to ensure optimal development of children. It also enhances the child's existing gross motor skills.
Fine motor skills, cognitive development and school readiness aspects such as reading and writing skills, language and attention span are also incorporated.
TODDLER CLASSES (12 - 36 MONTHS)
This is a fun-filled program for toddlers in a group setting. This program focusses on age appropriate gross motor skills such as running, jumping and ball skills and focusses on various
aspects such as coordination, balance, midline crossing, body awareness and colour recognition. Fine motor aspects are also incorporated.
BABY MASSAGE AND STIMULATION (0-12 MONTHS)
This program focuses on the development of the sensory and proprioception systems from a stimulation point of view as well as reflex inhibition, while keeping milestone development in mind such as rolling, crawling, walking and running. It aims to develop the senses, brain and muscles.
REMEDIAL AND ADAPTED PROGRAM (0-13 YEARS)
An evaluation is done to identify any sensory or motor delays. Should there be any delays, an adapted intervention will be followed to meet the needs of a child from a gross motor as well as a neuro-motor point of view to ensure optimal development.
SPORT-SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
This is a program where different sport skills are taught in a fun and exciting manner.
WATER KINETICS
Combining gross motor skills with the basic water safety skills necessary for a child to be safe in the water. This program enhances water confidence and aids rehabilitation.
KINDERKINETICS GROUP CLASSES
This program focusses on socialising, working as a team and having fun as a group. Different gross motor skills, correct techniques and appropriate motor skill execution are taught. Aspect such as agility, fitness, coordination, balance and muscle strength are incorporated.