DMI Therapy Workshop

Course Description

This immersive in-person course introduces participants to Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) at the Introductory Level A. Therapists will learn 35 structured exercises with progressions and alternate holds tailored to children with diverse gross motor developmental needs.

The course begins with a deep dive into neuroplasticity, theoretical foundations, and DMI’s tenets of practice. Participants will:

• Perform dexterity tests to enhance eye-hand coordination
• Learn and practice each exercise with instructor feedback
• Engage in treatment planning and hands-on sessions with demo children
• Receive real-time corrections, suggestions, and progressions

By the end of the course, each participant will be equipped to plan and execute a full DMI treatment session.

Key Benefits of DMI

• Precise therapeutic handling for motor milestones
• A robust toolbox of exercises and progressions
• Clear structure: initial position, movement, and outcome
• Easy-to-plan sessions with measurable outcomes
• Documentable and comparable results

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify at least one theoretical foundation of DMI
• Describe six or more core premises and applications

• Perform:

  • 7 Head Control Exercises
  • 9 Trunk Control Exercises
  • 9 Standing Balance Exercises
  • 10 Walking Exercises
• Assess and select appropriate exercises for individual children

Course Agenda

• Theoretical Background & Supporting Research
• Dexterity Tests
• Head & Trunk Control Exercises
• Trunk & Standing Exercises
• Standing & Walking Exercises
• Review, Assessment & Application
• Practical Application with Demo Children

 Instructional Methods

• Course Manual
• Live Instruction
• Hands-on Practice with Dolls and Children
• Case Studies and References

Course Fee & Registration

Fee: $800 per registrant