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Testimonials
"What can I say! Since doing Brain Gym training, my son Alex is a new kid at his school. He is more settled, his reading is more fluent and he wants to read. His concentration has also improved. Tantrums and yelling are almost a thing of the past. Alex's teacher has also noticed enormous changes in Alex, not only his behavior but his ability to concentrate and stay on task. Tasks like writing and reading are also a lot easier for him. When Alex finds things difficult he does some of the Brain Gym movements, which give him the ability to refocus and get back on task. Brain Gym has also helped Alex to read more text and understand what he is reading and does not lose his place. Alex's confidence has grown. He now believes that he can do what the other kids can do and is more willing to give it a go." J - Alex's Mom
"The Giles School is known for its highly enriched French Immersion program. Our school did a one day Brain Works Global - Brain Gym training with a group of 25 staff. The purpose was to educate the staff on Brain Fitness and begin to incorporate it into our classrooms, further engage our students and stimulate their creativity. Heather Harris, Grade 2/3 and Support Teacher, The Giles School - Toronto French Immersion Private School
"Recently we had Jill Hewlett of Brain Works Global presenting a Brain Gym training session at our school. The session was an informative and practical introduction to Brain Gym and offered participants the opportunity to try out the movements. We all had a wonderful, learning experience and many teachers are now using the strategies with their students. Remember: Thinking is Drinking!" Teresa Tafaro, Principal, Roden PS / Equinox Holistic Alternative School, Toronto District School Board
"My 10 year old daughter and I were totally energized by the Brain Gym Family Camp! There was never a dull moment, as it integrated the principles of movement, acupressure, and yoga, into a simple sequence of movements in a fraction of the time. The results were instantaneous! The best thing is continuing to learn Brain Gym now with my four year old son who has been doing Brain Gym for years at his Montessori school. Now the whole family have a very fast, efficient tool for waking up our minds on both sides to give every day a good start, and to get in sync as a team. So far we are very pleased with the results."
Rue Henry, Mother of two
“I use PACE (a series of Brain Gym movements which is a form of Cognitive Fitness) everyday in the morning for myself. I use a number of techniques in my life and I am continuing to use Cognitive Fitness in my personal life as I believe it is helping me to break old patterns. I also am an advocate for Cognitive Fitness with other significant people in my life, one is with my 85 year old mother who needs to start moving more, set up a calendar for her and suggested exercises for her to do each week. I use Cognitive Fitness with my students, they love doing the movements and I was able to share the movements with other educators. I really see the effects of water, especially with my students. Every day at snack I consciously toast them and we value water. Jill Hewlett, the Trainer is a warm, supportive and empowering facilitator who teaches to the various learning styles of the group. Her personal stories and metaphors really helped me to understand and remember the benefits of Cognitive Fitness. She is easy to connect with and fun, bringing laughter and music into the workshop. She inspires you to integrate Cognitive Fitness into your life with her authentic presentation.” Sandee Waite, Teacher, Equinox Holistic School, TDSB
"I have incorporated Brain Gym in my daily personal life. I do PACE (a sequence of Brain Gym movements) regularly and specific exercises especially when I feel stress and lack of energy. When I use Brain Gym I feel relaxed and positive. I feel encouraged to venture into difficult (or what seems difficult) situations. Besides the informative and educational nature of the workshop, what I liked best was the fact that it was very interactive. I was very satisfied with the structure of the workshop. I feel I can cope better with any anxieties or inhibitions and can quickly find my balance, when carrying out the movements like PACE exercises, the Grounder, the Lazy 8s and the Owl."
“I loved the Brain Gym work shop! I use Brain Gym first thing in the morning to start my day, and all throughout the day with the children that I support. I have noticed that I am calmer and more open minded. I sleep better, listen better and am more aware of my surroundings. Dana Ness, Program Facilitator, Early Years Centre (Special needs)/Teachers Assistant
"As a nutritionist and resource for parents in the wellness community, I am grateful to Brain Works Global for being instrumental in getting Cognitive Fitness tools like Brain Gym into the lives of so many families. I use Brain Gym regularly and notice a great improvement in my ability to focus, concentrate, communicate, remain positive and make healthier choices. What I enjoy most is how quickly it works! Rather than going into an hour long fitness class, or needing equipment, I can tune-up my brain and body within 5mins. In the busy lives we lead today, this is a much needed gift. Thank-you Jill, you are an inspiring and a motivating presenter!" Meredith Deasley, B.A. RHN, RNCP, Pediatric Nutrionist
“What I liked most about the Brain Gym® training was the hands on part. This is how I learn, so being able to move around and practice the different Brain Gym® activities really supported my learning style.” More...
I use Brain Gym daily to help maintain my energy levels and my focus. Since I have taken the course I am noticing more what my body needs and in general what I need. I'm handling stressful situations a little bit better and am working on a positive attitude no matter now rough things get. With stress and attitude Brain Gym has helped me to remain grounded and to not crawl within myself. I'm not just moving through my days anymore, I'm living each day...so thank you for that. I really liked the range of music that was played at the workshop...I am looking forward to incorporating music when using Brain Gym with my students. Jill (the Instructor) made the workshop not only very informative but also fun, and truly relaxing. More...
“I know my students are being successful because of their willingness to participate, personal enjoyment, and their increased ability to focus and retain information. One of my students, who has a learning disability in math, has improved from a C- to a straight B + report.” More...
In the workshop I was able to feel/experience the subtle internal changes as you guided our movements and awareness. You just can't get that from reading about it or sitting through a lecture. I also really appreciated hearing other people share their goals and experience particularly for the Action Balance (5 step process). Even though we are all so different, so many good ideas came out to let me see how I can address similar areas of struggle in my own life. I have strongly recommended the course to my colleagues (for their personal benefit, as well as potential uses in practice) More...
“I have made a number of changes in my life based on my participation in the Brain Gym® workshop. I have noticed a significant decrease in my stress level and a definite improvement in my attitude when I use Brain Gym®. I am a naturally positive person to begin with, but I find that Brain Gym® has still made a significant impact.” More...
“In my grade 2 classroom, we do PACE every morning. We also take Brain Gym® breaks throughout the day. My students also do Brain Gym® activities as needed, e.g. Thinking Caps to tune out background noise and improve listening. I also use the Lazy 8 movement on some students who exhibit ADHD activity and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and it totally calms them.” More...
“Brain Gym® has reduced our families stress and supports a positive attitude. As a family, we are calmer, able to be more understanding, able to get more things done and are generally happier.” More...
“The feedback that I get on my master's presentations from my Professors and from classmates has been overwhelmingly supportive. Everyone LOVES Brain Gym® movements. I have heard over and over again that it breaks up the monotony in presentations; it helps people listen and refreshes them. With the support of Brain Gym®, so far I have finished three Graduate studies classes and have received all A's.” More...
“The Brain Gym® 101 course I attended was amazing! As a tutor of young children, (ages 5 to 10), I now have access to the Brain Gym® movements, which are invaluable tools. Focus, attention, reading, writing and comprehension skills are areas that the children I tutor, struggle with.” More...
“Brain Gym® is helping our family in so many different ways. We do PACE in the mornings, I tell my children, Brain Gym® exercises help you wake up. We are doing our best to use the movements based on the need, to help the kids get through frustrating moments, redirect thoughts and give them energy. My son has demonstrated that he is capable of doing these movements on his own and my hope is that he will use them at school as a coping mechanism for different situations. Also, to have a positive and quiet activity to do that he knows helps him at home. I am putting together a little visual for him on what he can do himself, ‘when you feel like this… try this’. “ More...
“Since our last Brain Gym® session I have been working on the goal of letting go of the guilt I feel when I can't do everything for everyone either family, friends or work. By going through PACE and the activities I associated with the goal I have seen a significant shift in many of these areas. I am still working on this and it isn't perfect yet, but it is becoming more manageable. I now have the focus to keep priorities in check and to allow the other things to get done, or not done when it doable. I feel different, calmer, more in tuned with my body, I am less stressed and I can breathe and prioritize. I am no longer trying to be perfect at the cost of myself; I am doing what is manageable. Others are noticing that something is different as well.” More...
"I have been using Brain Gym® in my workplace. It was interesting, when in a meeting I felt my body tensing up. I immediately did the hook up with some deep breathing, and I started to feel calm at ease, and able to control my emotions. My stress level is reduced momentarily, and at times my energy increases. I did Brain Gym® before a soccer game and I did not get as tired as I usually do." More...
"Doing the exercises was my favourite part of the course. The simple Brain Gym® exercises reconnected my mind, body, and soul. It made me more aware and to take note of when I was stuck in one area, more than a balanced whole." More...
"I have noticed that taking time when I wake up to spend the first few minutes to do PACE, helps to energize and alert myself to prepare for my day. I feel grounded! The hands on piece of the workshop and the opportunity to practice each Brain Gym® exercise was helpful in being able to retain the information."
"I now see the benefits of stress reduction and amplified learning personally and professionally. Simple physical movements can impact my mind, body and spirit!" More...
Brain Gym® centres the active children, draw out those students who are holding back and help me to tune into the students that may need some added support and encouragement during our music session." More...
"I ran a Summer Day Camp, three days per week over a two week period. Six children of various ages and abilities with the diagnosis of Autism were in attendance with their parents and together we achieved some amazing results” More...
“My clients report they feel more calm and relaxed; more ready to learn new tasks and to attend to the work at hand. These "games" offer the right motivation and excitement to get buy-in from the kids in order to work on both fine and gross motor skills.” More...
"Ryan has the diagnosed of Autism Spectrum Disorder - PDD - NOS. I have been doing Brain Gym® with Ryan for several years now.. He now seems much happier and in control of his emotions in turn behavioural issues have decreased dramatically. There are fewer "meltdowns." More...
"Sarah is 5 years old, diagnosed with Autism and is profoundly deaf. After doing a few specific Brain Gym® Movements, Sara was more focused and able to do activities that I had not thought possible for her." More...
"My 10 year old son was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. We have been using Brain Gym® daily for several months. I know it works. I think it could cause an educational and medical revolution." "I am noticing my thoughts are much clearer and they seem to be more organized. I am not so easily distracted and when I have so many thoughts at once, it seems to be easier to single out one to concentrate on at a time. There is a better, more organized flow to thoughts." More...
"By the end of the three days course I noticed stress reduction and a shift in attitude. I give the instructor (Jill Hewlett) a 10. Jill is awesome, very good leadership, drawing out and modeling skills. Hard to imagine how this workshop could be improved."
"I had no goals in mind when I entered the Brain Gym® presentation. I was pleasantly surprised. I actually was not aware of how I was feeling until I went in. Through noticing, I realized I was wound up pretty tight. Once I became aware of how tight I felt and after participating in the presentation, I found I had a very big shift with my tension for the better. More...
"The course was an excellent learning opportunity for me. The learning that stands out for me was to feel the "shifts" when we did the Brain Gym® exercises. Jill (the trainer) is a lovely person with a fountain of information. My favourite aspect of the course was practicing the movements. It has changed my life already!" More...
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