Sound Therapy

We’ve all got our party hats on here at the office, and if you live in or around Herefordshire you might just have reason to celebrate too!
We are proud to announce today that the formation of the first – of what we hope will be many new Music Gyms – is now under way.

The Seven Senses of a Multi Sensory Environment
Of all the searches that lead readers to our site, one of the most popular is the phrase ‘Multi Sensory Room Ideas’. We think of ourselves as creating interactive environments rather than sensory rooms as such but it’s interesting to consider where we fit in this rich tradition.
In this [...]

Using switches to control computer programs
We’ve received a few requests for slightly simplified tutorials on the blog, so I hope the following beginners guide to Switch Activities for Special Needs will be of use to our readers.

A look at Temple Grandins Squeeze Machine

What is a hugging machine?

A hug machine, sometimes known as a ’squeeze box’ or ‘hugging machine’ is a device intended to treat certain symptoms of autism, provide a calming affect and aid its user in tolerating touch. A hug machine is composed of two padded hinged sideboards, forming a [...]

The early days of Music Gym: 2007 article by Kay Green
Although we’re now the Music Gym Ltd and no longer Decoda, there’s still alot we can learn from those early days!
Amongst the squash courts and practice nets at Horntye Sports Centre in Hastings is the Decoda Music Gym, an area designed for experimenting and playing [...]