The Academic Gym's VITAAL‑K™ for Schools
A movement‑based structured literacy program designed for MTSS Tier 1–3 implementation.
What T.A.G. (The Academic Gym) Teaches
Program Overview
VITAAL K™ is a multisensory, movement based structured literacy program that integrates evidence aligned reading instruction with rhythmic, full body routines. The model is designed to support students with dyslexia, ADHD, executive function challenges, and other language based learning differences by pairing cognitive activation with explicit orthographic instruction.
Each session follows a four phase learning progression that strengthens attention, supports working memory, and builds decoding and spelling automaticity through joyful, embodied practice.
What Kids Learn
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Intended Outcomes
Schools that implement VITAAL-K™ will experience:
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📚 Increased decoding and fluency scores
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🎯 Improved attention and emotional regulation
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💬 Higher engagement from reluctant readers
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✅ Alignment with MTSS, RTI, and IEP goals
Who does TAG help?
TAG helps all students who learn differently—especially those with:
• ADHD: who benefit from physical activation and structured engagement
• Dyslexia: who need explicit, multisensory instruction to build decoding skills
• Executive Function Challenges: who struggle with attention, working memory, and task initiation
• Language-Based Learning Differences: who require repetition, movement, and visual scaffolds
Why It Works:
• Movement regulates attention and emotion
• Multisensory input strengthens memory and mastery
• Structured routines reduce cognitive overload
• Students feel seen, supported, and successful
Program Format for Schools
We offer flexible implementation models to meet your school’s needs:
Onsite Coaching:
Certified TAG coaches work directly with students in small groups or 1:1
Virtual T.A.G.
The Academic Gym Online Academy with real-time feedback and structured routines
Staff Training & Certification
Equip your educators with TAG strategies and ongoing support
Curriculum Bundles
Standards-aligned kits for Tier 2/Tier 3 intervention and inclusive classrooms
Easy to use Science of Reading Tools
Exciting, engaging visual, interactive, tactile kinesthetic tools that all teachers can use
Professional Development for T.A.G.
The Academic Gym offers professional development that shows educators how to use multisensory learning to help all students develop confidence, focus, and fluency. T.A.G. can be implemented in Phys Ed, regular, special ed, or afterschool classes. We offer PD for P.E., Special Ed., Occupational Therapists, and Speech Language instructors.
Partnership Pathways
We collaborate with:
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Public, charter, and private schools
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Specialized learning centers
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Districts seeking scalable literacy solutions
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Educators pursuing certification in movement-based instruction
Support Includes:
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Custom onboarding and training
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Ongoing coaching and fidelity checks
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Access to digital resources and family engagement tools
Phase One: Neurochemical Activation through HIITT
This student with ADHD is blending structured literacy with rhythmic, athletic movement to regulate attention, strengthen memory, and accelerate decoding.
Phase Two: Filling the phonological files through
Rhythmic Encoding
Phase Three: Retrieval and Transfer
Word Level Spelling and Reading
Phase Four: Mastery through Movement
T.A.G. Cross Trains the Body and the Brain
T.A.G. Steps to Success
Step One:
• Active Whole-Body Learning
• Stimulates the brain
• Enhances memorization
• Motivates kids to learn
• Turns fear into excitement
Step Two:
• Multisensory learning
• Enhances memorization
• Motivates kids to learn
Step Three:
• Application
• Spelling
• Writing
• Vocabulary
• Reading
Step Four:
• Mastery learning through
structured workbooks
• Spelling Practice
• Writing Practice
• Vocabulary Practice
Step Five:
• Constant Progress
• Achievement
• Confidence
• Excellence
• Rewards
Phonemic Manipulation, syllabic spelling, and alphabetic awareness for MTSS
Pre-School T.A.G.
When our students hear sounds, we want them to see sequences of letters; and when they see sequences of letters, we want them to hear sounds.
