Families in the Springfield area are invited to participate in Gross Motor Group Sessions hosted by third-year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students at American International College (AIC) and their instructors. The sessions are designed to help improve children’s gross motor skills through a series of guided exercises and activities. 

AIC is seeking up to fifteen participants between the ages of three months and fifteen years whose families are interested in addressing gross motor skill development. The program will consist of four free 45-minute Wednesday sessions, taking place on October 23 and 30, as well as November 6 and 13, from 3:15 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The sessions will be held at AIC’s Colaccino Center for Health Sciences at 1020 State Street in Springfield. 

Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy MaryAnn Kniska, PT, DPT, encourages families to participate if they have concerns about their child's movement or gross motor development, which includes skills like crawling, walking, stairs, and jumping. “These sessions are ideal for families looking to support their child’s ability to perform large muscle movements essential for daily activities,” said Dr. Kniska." We ask that participants be available for all four sessions so we can assess the child’s function and offer activities that will help enhance their abilities." 

For more information or to register, please contact AIC’s Physical Therapy Department by calling 413-205-3046 or by emailing Kristin.cerasa@aic.edu.