Overview: Kinder Kinetics For All
The Kinder Kinetics program is designed to meet the motor development needs of children ages 3 to 12 years. The program is unique in that it provides physical education and aquatic instruction to children in an inclusive setting. Each child will receive 45 minutes of instruction in gym and swim classes. At the end of each session all children are given evaluation cards regarding what they learned and how they need to progress with learning.
Next Session Information
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who | 3 to 12 year old children |
| When | Summer 2012 Session, One 6-week or two 3-week sessions
Enroll for 6 weeks, or for one of the 3 week sessions Session 1 Monday June 25th-Thursday July 12th **Off Wednesday July 4th-Make-up, Friday July 6th Session 2 Monday July 16th-Thursday August 2nd |
| Period | Monday thru Thursday
8:45 am-11:00am |
| Where | Trees Hall, University of Pittsburgh (get directions) |
| Cost | 1 Child: $200 for 3 Weeks Session; $375 for 6 Weeks
Family Discount (for each additional child): $175 for 3 Weeks; $325 for 6 Weeks Adult Conditioning 100.00 for 3 weeks 150.00 for 6 weeks |
Latest News
Brochure for Summer 2012 Click on the brochure to the right
If you have any questions please feel free to call 412-648-8320.
Our Sessions
The Kinder Kinetics Movement Program is offered in three sessions throughout the year:
1. Fall Session: * Last week of September - last week of November.
2. Spring Session: * First week of January - Last week of March.
*Actual dates will be posted on this site before each session begins.
Who can participate
The program targets children of all skill levels including children with special needs.
Children 3 to 6 Years Old
The gym component for children between the ages of 3 to 6 years includes motor development and creative movement. The motor development component is designed to develop movement concepts such as balance, hand-eye coordination and right-left discrimination. Fundamental motor patterns such as throwing, catching, kicking, and striking are also included. The creative movement works on body awareness, spatial relationships and the development of rhythm and timing.
Children 7 to 12 Year Old
Children between the ages of 7 to 12 years will receive instruction in sport related skills. Activities emphasize inclusion rather than exclusion. Typical sport included in the program are basketball, soccer, tennis, survivor and floor hockey.
Children with Special Needs
The program provides appropriate educational motor program instruction based on individual needs in a inclusive setting. Children will be taught using multiple teacher strategies including applied behavioral analysis and positive behavior support. Children with special needs include: ambulatory physically challenged, closed head injured, learning disable, Down syndrome, and developmentally delayed. Note: Parents, if your child requires one on one instruction or assistance, you need to discuss these needs with the program director prior to the start of the program.
Assessment
This program offers gross motor assessment (TGMD). The testing occurs during session one only. Children enrolled in both sessions will receive individualized Motor Programs.