Barnes Active

Address: Unit 11, Kingsbourne Farm Wick End, Bedford MK43 8TS

Overview:

A fully functioning gym offering not only PT and online sessions but also sessions for those with additional needs. All of their coaches are qualified and equipped to provide sessions which are completely accessible to all.

SEN Session: 1:1, 2:1 and small group personal training sessions

Noise Level: Adaptable

Staff Awareness: Well trained

Parking / Accessibility: On-site

Service on offer:

• PT sessions for children and adults with SEND

• 1:1 basis or within a small group

Pathways:

Barnes Active offers three different pathways for those with SEND needs to work through:

• Full Speed Ahead
  - For those who thrive on high-energy activity. E.g rowing, cycling, skiing, bouncing, jumping, skipping, push/pull exercises - dumbbells, barbell lifts, prowler, rope pulls and ball slams.

• Sensory Skills
  - Fine-tuning motor sensory processing, timing and balance. An organising pathway that provides vestibular stimulation. E.g balance using a swiss ball, single-side movements, step-ups, coordination using reaction buttons, speed ladders and gymnastic movements using Olympic rings.

• Relax and Regulate
  A calmer pathway for those who work well with slower movements e.g stretching, sensory regulatory movements, use of resistance bands, yoga poses and Swiss ball work.

The team at Barnes Active understand that every individual is different and are as flexible as possible to meet each member’s needs. Some members may dip and out of different pathways and this is absolutely fine!

What to Expect:

For those with additional needs, personal training can consist of many different physical activities including cardio, strength, using bodyweight and weights, stretching, mobility, flexibility, sensory regulation, learning skills, games, sports and much more.

The gym comprising of ski, row and bike ergs, dumbbells and kettlebells as well as a range of accessories, which are great at meeting sensory needs, including resistance bands, sandbags, slam balls, battle ropes and more.

Barnes Active also has an Interactive Fitness room set up specifically for those with SEND needs including a Nintendo Switch (active games only!), an interactive boxing machine, reaction lights, a speed ladder, a basketball hoop, a peg board and so much more.

All of the Barnes Active team have completed level 3 safeguarding training, first aid training and hold enhanced DBS checks, as well as additional training in sensory processing and integration, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Autism, Mental health and Pathological Demand Avoidance.

If you are interested in booking a session or would like more infomation, contact the team hello@barnesactive.co.uk

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Official Website:

For the most up-to-date information, including booking and session times, check the venue’s official website.

- Visit the website here.