The Rationale for Sensory GymSensory Gym is a program involving rhythm and movement and is designed to organise the nervous system and support attention and focus.
Students’ will adopt strategies for effective engagement and connection to support overall emotional regulation, social relationships, focus, attention, problem solving and motor planning. |
Sensory Gym Equipment
Here is a list of equipment ideas to set up your own sensory gym
Fit balls
Large cushions Hammock Swing Scooter Boards Air Cushion Flexible Tunnel |
Gym Mats
Tunnels Library Boxes Mini Trampoline Ball Pit Balance Beams |
Balloons
Party Blowers Straws Tissues/ Cotton Balls Bubbles Specific Respiration Toys Music - fast/slow tempo |
Using The Equipment
Fit balls
Trampoline
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Air Mat
Library Boxes
Tunnel
Balance Beams
Over Door Gym
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Hammock Swing
Ball Pit
Scooter Boards
Rock Wall
Foam Shapes
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Many of the resources can be found around the school and repurposed for the Sensory Gym. Respiration toys can be purchased from discount shops and supermarkets. I also purchase specific equipment from a website that caters specifically to the needs of children with disability as well as providing treatment courses for professional development. www.sensorytools.net.
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