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The Ronnie Gardiner Method is a training and rehabilitation method which can improve lives.

26/03/2026

Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, SENCOs and specialist teachers – are you looking for a fresh, motivating way to engage autistic pupils?

The Ronnie Gardiner Method (RGM) combines rhythm, movement and multi-sensory input in a structured way that children enjoy. It’s practical, strengths-based, and backed by research.
Training is available here in the UK – giving professionals the chance to add RGM to their toolkit of inclusive interventions.

Check here for current training opportunities:
https://www.ronniegardinermethod.co.uk/training

23/03/2026

RGM Level 2 is now open for booking, taking place in Manchester on 30 and 31 May 2026.

This two-day course is designed for practitioners who have already completed Level 1 and want to progress towards full certification as an RGM facilitator.

Book here https://www.ronniegardinermethod.co.uk/training

Across the two days you will explore six additional movements, memory and sequencing exercises, theory and practice development, guided visualisation, rhythm-based walking tasks and a full chore score combining all 13 movements. The course also includes a module on RGM training for children and an individual presentation with constructive feedback.

Participants receive the Ground Course certificate signed by Ronnie Gardiner and gain access to the expanded set of colour-coded movements. Level 2 is a key step for those wishing to use RGM confidently in therapeutic, educational or community settings.

21/03/2026

Understanding how dementia affects the brain is becoming more precise. Researchers have created maps linking certain symptoms to specific brain regions, for example language changes linked to the left temporal lobe, or spatial awareness difficulties associated with the parietal lobe.

This growing understanding helps professionals see that dementia does not affect the whole brain in the same way or at the same time. Different functions can be impacted in different ways.

The Ronnie Gardiner Method uses structured rhythm, movement, colour and symbol cues to engage multiple areas of the brain at once. In dementia support settings, this whole-brain engagement can provide structured participation, shared rhythm and meaningful activity, regardless of which specific cognitive functions are changing.

17/03/2026

Problem-solving is all about breaking down challenges and rhythm can be part of that process.

In the Ronnie Gardiner Method, participants learn to follow complex sequences and solve movement challenges on the spot. This builds confidence in trying, adjusting and finding what works.

Through rhythm and repetition, RGM promotes flexible thinking that supports real-world problem-solving.

16/03/2026

We are hosting training in St Albans in June!

Ronnie Gardiner Method - Part One: Introduction Course

Join us for an immersive 2-day course in St Albans, 6th and 7th of June, 20026 (9 AM - 5 PM), where you'll learn the fundamentals of the Ronnie Gardiner Method (RGM)

What to Expect:

- Master the first 7 basic movements of RGM
- Explore body percussion and its impact
- Learn about Neuroplasticity
- Discover how RGM movements align with nursery rhymes
- Engage in basic music analysis & team 'choreoscore' creation
- Access to the 7 coloured-coded movements
- Receive a course certificate signed by Ronnie Gardiner

Limited spots available.

Secure your place today

Book here: https://www.ronniegardinermethod.co.uk/event-details/ronnie-gardiner-method-training-level-1-st-albans-6th-and-7th-june-2026

12/03/2026

Walking speed and balance are important after stroke but so is quality of life.

Research from Spain (2021) found that patients using rhythm and music in their rehab reported better overall wellbeing alongside physical improvements.

The Ronnie Gardiner Method added motivation, social interaction and enjoyment to otherwise repetitive rehab routines. That made people more likely to engage – and more likely to improve.

If you'd like to find out more about the Ronnie Gardiner Method please head over to our website - https://www.ronniegardinermethod.co.uk

09/03/2026

Always great to hear feedback from our attendees on our Ronnie Gardiner Method courses - if you're interested then keep in touch to find out when our latest courses are running...

"Thanks for a great weekend!
Pretty sure the range of people in this group, and what we do, shows how everyone needs a little RGM in their lives!"

04/03/2026

Targeting the Brain’s Timing:

Children with autism often have difficulty with multi-sensory timing—making social situations confusing or overwhelming.

Music and rhythm help by giving the brain clear timing cues to synchronise movement and attention.

RGM uses beat-driven movement and visual-motor sequences to support this very process.

It’s fun to do—but serious in its science There's an incredible journal article by Applewhite et al, 2022 - if you'd like a copy please just DM me or comment below and I'll send it over to you.

📖 Ref: Applewhite et al., 2022

01/03/2026

If you have ever wondered about the story behind the RGM then watch this film (link at the bottom).

🎵 What’s All the Fuss About the Ronnie Gardiner Method? 🎵

It is a method that combines music, movement, rhythm, and speech—all designed to stimulate the brain and improve coordination, concentration, and well-being.

Originally developed in Sweden in 1993, RGM was created to help people with brain injuries, strokes, Parkinson’s, and learning difficulties like dyslexia and ADHD. Now, it’s used worldwide by music therapists, physiotherapists, and speech therapists to support rehabilitation and cognitive development.
By using body percussion, rhythm, and language, RGM helps build new neural pathways, encouraging better brain function, balance, and self-confidence—all while having fun 😃

📽️ Watch this video to learn more about how RGM is changing lives:

https://youtu.be/hYMB6NK_kL4?si=wURceMEDO9UsFWCY

18/02/2026

Did you know that the Ronnie Gardiner Method can be delivered in both group and individual settings? This flexibility allows it to be used in schools, clinics, community groups and rehabilitation environments. Sessions can be adapted to suit the needs and capabilities of participants.

12/02/2026

Time management doesn’t come naturally to everyone — but rhythm teaches timing in the most practical way.

In RGM, participants must track beats, start and stop with accuracy, and perform sequences within a set rhythm. This builds an internal sense of timing that supports day-to-day time management.

Rhythm helps make time more visible, predictable and manageable.

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