Mastering RMTi

The aim of Mastering RMTi is to expand knowledge about how reflexes, posture and muscles are connected, and then how the Rhythmic Movements are working with these aspects. Also, how cranial nerves and sensory development are connected and the role they play in working with posture to create sensory understanding.

This 2-day course is designed to add to basic understanding of reflex development and integration. Adding information about early warning signs, Total Load theory and Epigenetics. There is also an investigation of how to ask questions to set relevant goals and intentions.

Teaching methods include – The course involves a mixture of theory and practical and experiential applications, presented through a combination of Powerpoints, videos, demonstrations; discussions and practice sessions.

Topics Include:

• Posture and muscles – what muscles are being developed in reflex activation
• Connection between reflexes, muscles, and Rhythmic Movements
• Developing the Core
• Introduction to the Cranial Nerves
• Introduction to sensory development stages
• Introduction to developmental warning signs
• Total load theory and Epigenetics 
• Where do I start?
• Asking questions to elicit determine goals and intentions

Includes illustrated manual

The RMTi courses are recommended for OTs, PTs, educators, psychologists, counselors, health care professionals, parents, kinesiologists, adult students, and caregivers

Upon course completion students will be able to:

• Experience an understanding of the relationship between muscles, posture and movements
• Demonstrate an understanding of the connection between the cranial nerves and sensory processing
• Display in understand of the role that Epigenetics play in developing learning difficulties in relationship to primitive reflexes
• Understand the connection between Total Load Theory, Epigenetics and Primitive reflexes

Assessments

Students taking the RMT courses for professional credit or continuing education must fulfill the following requirements:

1. Attend the entire duration of the training
2. Actively participate in experiential learning and practicing of the movements.
3. Show competency in lab work.

Students are expected to read the course manual and to actively participate in class discussions.