n The Kinesa Testing System(KTS) is the brainchild and passion of Chett Goldin.
n It is an objective, formalised testing system, for assessing physical development.
n The system is composed of two aspects – testing and physical education.
n The testing is aimed at children aged 9 and upward.
n The physical education program is aimed at children from as young as 4.
n The program was designed by:
n Chett Goldin – Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Fitness Consultant
n Dr Martin Khoury – Chiropractor and Lecturer
n Kerry Evitts – Occupational Therapist
n Angela Dragt – Biokineticist
Why test?
n There are problems with current school PE programs.
n There is not enough focus on warm-ups and stretching
n The stronger players dominate. This leaves the weaker children feeling unmotivated.
n There is no formalised testing system to:
- Encourage improvement
- Determine whether system is effective
n Educator are not perfect and are tempted tempted to slack off.
n Children see PE as free period
n Slacking off becomes a trend
Overview
n Testing is done twice a year and the key areas being tested are -flexibility, strength, fitness and mental endurance
n It is a twelve point testing system. Each test is the universally accepted biokinetic standard.
n Each test gives more than one insight into the child’s development.
Testing
n Conducted on school premises
n We complete a class of thirty learners’ in an hour
n We can test sixty learners in an hour and a half
n Results are recorded on the day and are computed
n Averages are calculated and the results are analysed.
n Results are sent via e-mail or hard copy to the parents, teachers and necessary heads of the school
n Parents access to website for information.
Follow up
n The school, educators and parents are all given a recommended course of action to follow
n Parents who register will receive updates through newsletters on new exercises and stretches relevant to their child
n Holiday programs will focus on key areas while still being fun.
Physical Education Classes
n Structured to incorporate current and interesting training techniques
n Each class start with a warm up - Calisthenics and core training help with focus, strengthening core and improving balance
n There is a natural flow into body weight exercises to improve strength, ,focus and fine motor skills.
n Team building games conclude the class. These are not only fun but challenge mentally and physically
n Each class finishes with stretching
Physical Education Classes
n KTS updates the school on new innovative games and PE programs through website updates and regular visits and training.
n These regular visits create a steady flow of ideas in both directions
n As the program expands we will be able to create DVD’s
Benefits
School is able to…
n Determine which pupils need extra attention
n Determine effectiveness of own program
n Determine effectiveness in relation to other schools
n Address internal issues to help raise standards
Educators are able to…
n Weigh up effectiveness of own program
n Receive ongoing training to improve their programs
n Identify issues with individuals and help them strengthen key areas of weakness
Parents...
n Receive updates of child’s physical progress
n Identify developmental issues earlier on
n Updated with ideas and programs
Children…
n Ultimately get stronger, faster, fitter, and more flexible
n Learn innovative fitness techniques including aspects of Pilates, resistance and core training
n Team building games improve mental capacity, and physical abilities
n Easier to identify and develop leaders
The Benefits of Resistance Training
n Despite evidence of poor strength levels in children, the idea of children participating in strength and resistance training programs has gained little support from physicians and physical educators.
n Most evidence supporting the ban on prepubescent resistance training evolved from several early scientific reports. These reports concluded that children were not able to gain strength before puberty and that their developing musculoskeletal systems were more susceptible to injuries.
n However, the majority of current evidence indicates that prepubescent and adolescent resistance training is hot only sale, but effective in developing muscular strength and endurance. Moreover, numerous benefits result following such training. In fact, so much positive evidence exists that experts are unwilling to set a definite age limit below which strength training should not be done!
Benefits of Resistance Training For Children
1.Prevention of cardiovascular disease.
2. Reduction and control of high blood pressure and childhood obesity.
3. Improvement of basic motor skills.
4. Possible prevention of injuries.
5. Improved self-confidence and self-image.
6. Early development of good posture.
7. Greater ease and efficiency in performing motor tasks and sport skills.
8. Better performance on nationwide fitness tests.
9. Early development of coordination and balance.
10. The establishment of fitness as a lifetime interest.
11. Improved flexibility.
12. Favourable improvements in body composition.
