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Thank you for your interest in our GiGi's Playhouse GiGiFIT Programs! Enrollment is open to participants with Down syndrome.  

Our FREE GiGiFIT programs combine physical therapy with a strong fitness focus and an ultimate goal of success and improved movement. GiGiFIT was created in collaboration with by skilled Physical Therapists who work specifically with individuals with Down syndrome. The GiGiFIT programs are designed to address common issues for individuals with Down syndrome including hypotonia, excessive joint laxity, and decreased balance. Every GiGiFIT program is safe, effective, and progressive. GiGiFIT helps participants build strength, endurance, power, joint stability, balance, and movement control. GiGiFIT empowers participants to be more independent and confident in their abilities while improving their overall health and wellness. 

The GiGiFIT programs are truly life changing!! Participants in GiGiFIT are motivated by their peers both physically and emotionally as they strive for their personal Best of All! 

 

During each GiGiFIT lesson the class will work on:  

  • Foundational Movements 

  • Mobility Activities 

  • Visual-Vestibular Exercises 

  • Primitive Reflex Integration 

 

GiGiFIT program Goals 

  • Strengthening and toning muscles are vital to master everyday tasks and promote independence. Through strengthening core muscles, individuals become empowered and grow confident in their abilities to meet their goals. 

  • GiGiFIT works to improve balance and coordination. This increases body position and awareness and helps prevent injury. It also helps minimize sub-optimal movement patterns that can lead to chronic issues down the road. 

  • GiGiFIT provides a multifaceted approach to increase sensory, perception, decision making and response times to maximize motor control. 

  • GiGiFIT teaches about healthy meal planning, meal choices and food science. Through increased nutritional awareness, individuals create their own path to personal wellness. 

  • GiGiFIT provides a safe, empowering and structured environment to promote independence through physical activity and education. Individuals work alongside peers to achieve their goals to see improvement in not only their physical health, but enhances their lives. 

  • Make movement FUN!!! 

 

You must have a Physicians Approval Form on file and updated annually in order to participate in the GiGiFIT programs.   

All GiGiFIT application periods are currently closed.  If you have questions about GiGiFIT or about future sessions, please reach out to your local playouse.

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Participant's Agreement of Policies and Expectation Agreement


GiGiFIT program Goals 

  • Strengthening and toning muscles are vital to master everyday tasks and promote independence. Through strengthening core muscles, individuals become empowered and grow confident in their abilities to meet their goals. 

  • GiGiFIT works to improve balance and coordination. This increases body position and awareness and helps prevent injury. It also helps minimize sub-optimal movement patterns that can lead to chronic issues down the road. 

  • GiGiFIT provides a multifaceted approach to increase sensory, perception, decision making and response times to maximize motor control. 

  • GiGiFIT teaches about healthy meal planning, meal choices and food science. Through increased nutritional awareness, individuals create their own path to personal wellness. 

  • GiGiFIT provides a safe, empowering and structured environment to promote independence through physical activity and education. Individuals work alongside peers to achieve their goals to see improvement in not only their physical health, but enhances their lives. 

  • Make movement FUN!!! 

 

Attendance Policy 

I understand that the GiGiFIT program is an enrollment based program, if I miss 3 days of the program that my spot in the program may be forfeited. I also understand that if I must miss a day of the program I need to contact the Program Coordinator/Instructor prior to the start of class.  I am expected to arrive on time for my GiGiFIT program, check-in and be ready to participate and give my Best of All.   

  

At Home Practice Policy 
I will practice my GiGiFIT movements outside of class in a safe environment as often as I can.  I will work hard to complete my Fitness & Nutrition Journal, make healthy choices in nutrition and safety each day.  

  

Expectations 

  • Have a Physicians Approval Form on file at GiGi's and updated annually 

  • Attendance and participation in the program 

  • Complete my GiGiFIT Fitness & Nutrition Journal  

  • Practice GiGiFIT movements at least 30 minutes 5 days per week 

  • Maintain healthy eating habits 

  • Give my Best of All 

  • Generation G: Be Generous. Be Accepting. Be Kind. 

   


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Caregiver/ Guardian Agreement of Expectations


GiGiFIT program Goals 

  • Strengthening and toning muscles are vital to master everyday tasks and promote independence. Through strengthening core muscles, individuals become empowered and grow confident in their abilities to meet their goals. 

  • GiGiFIT works to improve balance and coordination. This increases body position and awareness and helps prevent injury. It also helps minimize sub-optimal movement patterns that can lead to chronic issues down the road. 

  • GiGiFIT provides a multifaceted approach to increase sensory, perception, decision making and response times to maximize motor control. 

  • GiGiFIT teaches about healthy meal planning, meal choices and food science. Through increased nutritional awareness, individuals create their own path to personal wellness. 

  • GiGiFIT provides a safe, empowering and structured environment to promote independence through physical activity and education. Individuals work alongside peers to achieve their goals to see improvement in not only their physical health, but enhances their lives. 

  • Make movement FUN!!!! 

Attendance Policy 

I understand that if my son/daughter misses 3 days of the program that his/her spot in the program may be forfeited. I also understand that if he/she must miss a day of the program we need to contact the Program Coordinator/Instructor prior to the start of class. He/She is expected to arrive on time for the program, check-in and be ready to participate and give their Best of All.   

  

I believe that I, as a mentor play a very large role in the development of my child and their success.  I will ensure that they have opportunities to participate, be active, and make healthy choices.   

I understand and agree to the following to ensure success: 

  • Have a Physicians Approval Form on file at GiGi's and updated annually 

  • Assist with completing the GiGiFIT Fitness & Nutrition Journal as needed & make sure it is complete.  

  • Encourage healthy eating daily and exercise for 30 mins for at least 5 days a week.  

  • Speak with the program leader and my son/daughter about the purposeful progressions and progress in the program.   

  • Encourage and celebrate Best of All moments. 

 

  


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