Sensory Circuit Exercise Mats – Set of 12
Introducing our brand-new Sensory Circuit Exercise Mats: a portable, versatile way to get children moving, energised and ready to learn, anywhere in your school.
Each mat shows a simple, clearly labelled exercise using a bold, brightly coloured figure on a deep blue background. Where a movement has more than one stage, such as High Knees, Jumping Jacks and Squats, arrows show the sequence step by step, so children can see exactly what to do and follow along independently. The clear visuals make the mats accessible for pupils of all ages and abilities, including those who benefit from visual prompts and minimal verbal instruction.
Simply set them out for movement breaks, sensory sessions or classroom transitions, then pack them back up for easy, space-saving storage. They’re perfect for halls, classrooms, corridors, OT spaces and shared areas.
The 12 Exercises Included
High Knees, Stretch Wide, Hop on One Leg, Jumping Jacks, Spin Around, Arm Rolls, Running on the Spot, Touch the Ground, Twist from Hips, Squats, Bear Hugs and Stretch Tall.
The set naturally follows the structure of a sensory circuit. Alerting activities like Jumping Jacks, High Knees, Running on the Spot and Spin Around raise energy levels and provide vestibular input. Organising activities like Hop on One Leg, Squats, Twist from Hips and Arm Rolls require coordination, balance and focus. Calming activities like Stretch Tall, Stretch Wide, Touch the Ground and Bear Hugs help children slow down, with Bear Hugs offering soothing deep pressure.
How They Help
Whether you’re supporting sensory processing needs, promoting self-regulation or building movement into the school day, Sensory Circuit Exercise Mats offer a practical, engaging and fully portable way to enhance wellbeing and readiness to learn.
They provide proprioceptive and vestibular input through jumping, hopping, spinning and stretching. They build gross motor skills, including balance, coordination, strength and body awareness. They encourage independence, because clear visuals and step-by-step arrows let children complete a circuit with little adult support. They help children regulate their energy, whether they need waking up or settling down. They also suit inclusive use, being accessible for mainstream classrooms, SEND provision and nurture groups alike.
Ideas for Use
Lay the mats out in a line or loop to create a morning sensory circuit, moving from alerting to organising to calming activities. Use a few at a time for quick brain breaks between lessons, or pick out the more energetic exercises for a fun PE warm-up. The mats also work well in wellbeing sessions, OT and physiotherapy programmes, active learning games and at home. On dry days, take them outside to set up a circuit in the playground or on the field.
Product Details
Set of 12 exercise mats
Size: 50cm x 50cm each
Non-slip for safe, secure use on hall floors, classroom surfaces and playgrounds
Suitable for indoor and outdoor use (not waterproof, so please store indoors)
Clear exercise illustrations with labels and step-by-step arrows
Lightweight and portable for quick set-up and easy storage
