ACTIVE MINDSTEPS
SESSION TITLE
90-minute group session
A 90-minute Active Mindsteps session combining cognitive stimulation, physical activity, psychomotor skills and social engagement.
SESSION AT A GLANCE
⏱ DURATION
90 minutes
👥 GROUP SIZE
6 - 12 participants
⭐ DIFFICULTY
Easy-Moderate
🧠 ACTIVITY MIX
Cognitive · Movement · Psychomotor · Social
SESSION OBJECTIVES
Stimulate different areas of cognitive function
Encourage movement and physical activity
Develop fine motor and psychomotor skills
Encourage conversation, reminiscence and social connection
Provide enjoyable opportunities for learning and participation
EQUIPMENT & PREPARATION
Whiteboard and markers
Printed activity sheets
Pens/pencils
Activity equipment
Music/video links if required
ACTIVITIES
The following activities can be adapted to suit the interests and abilities of your group.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY NAME
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Memory
Brief description: A short explanation of what participants will do.
ACTIVITY OVERVIEW
ACTIVITY 1 - WELCOME & WARM-UP
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Welcome participants, introduce the them and get everyone comfortable.
Brief description: A short welcome, introduction to the theme and gentle warm-up activity
ACTIVITY 2 - COGNITIVE ACTIVITY
Time: 15 minutes
Focus: Memory, concentration, problem solving, spatial awareness, numeracy and logic.
Brief description:
ACTIVITY 3 - MOVEMENT ACTIVITY
Time: 15 minutes
Focus: Movement, coordination, balance, strenght, aerobic, and physcial engagement.
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ACTIVITY 4 - COGNITIVE / SKILL ACTIVITY
Time: 15 minutes
Focus: Memory, problem solving, language, and skill development
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ACTIVITY 5 - SOCIAL / DISCUSSION ACTIVITY
Time: 15 minutes
Focus: Conversation, reminiscence and social connection.
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ACTIVITY 6 - FINE MOTOR / PSYCHOMOTOR ACTIVITY
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Hand skills, flexibility, coordination and concentration.
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ACTIVITY 7 - WRAP-UP & COOL-DOWN
Time: 10 minutes
Focus: Reflection, gently movement, stretching, breathing and positive closure.
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SESSION RESOURCES
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Printable Resources
Worksheets and participant materials.
Answers
Answers sheets where applicable
Additional Resources
Music, videos and other supporting resources.