James Dowton
- Paediatric Physiotherapist & Founder
Qualifications and Experience:
🎓 Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) - University of Newcastle
📜 Masters of Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapy - Monash University
✔️ Over 10,000 Hours Experience as a Paediatric Physiotherapist
💡 International Ehlers-Danlos (EDS) Echo Training
🧠 Member of the Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
🧩 NSW Paediatric Committee Member and Member of the Australian Paediatric Physiotherapy Group
🌟 Hesta Excellence Awards Finalist, Allied Health
🏆 NSW Physiotherapy Branch Award Winner for contributions to the Physiotherapy Profession
Accessible Play for Every Family
Growing up in rural Australia, I understand the barriers to accessing Paediatric Therapy and expert guidance when you need it.
After working in rural QLD and NSW, I saw just how many families were searching for practical, evidence-based ways to support their child’s movement development at home.
With Adaptive Kids, I’ve created programs that bridge the gap between therapy and real-life play—giving parents structured, expert-designed activities that help their child build skills in a fun and natural way.
After working in rural QLD and NSW, I saw just how many families were searching for practical, evidence-based ways to support their child’s movement development at home.
With Adaptive Kids, I’ve created programs that bridge the gap between therapy and real-life play—giving parents structured, expert-designed activities that help their child build skills in a fun and natural way.
Play-Based Activities That Make a Difference
I know parents want to help their kids move better, feel stronger, and gain confidence—but knowing what actually works can feel overwhelming.
That’s why every Adaptive Kids program is designed to be easy to follow, engaging for kids, and simple to fit into your routine.
With step-by-step progressions, kids develop core strength, balance, and coordination at their own pace — all through playful, movement rich activities that set them up for success in play, school, and sports.
That’s why every Adaptive Kids program is designed to be easy to follow, engaging for kids, and simple to fit into your routine.
With step-by-step progressions, kids develop core strength, balance, and coordination at their own pace — all through playful, movement rich activities that set them up for success in play, school, and sports.
Supporting Families Through the NDIS
I stay up to date with NDIS policies, funding options, and best practices so families can access the right support for their child’s development.
Whether your child is working on motor skills, strength, balance, or coordination, Adaptive Kids provides an evidence-based approach that aligns with therapy goals — helping families feel confident that they’re giving their child the best start.
Whether your child is working on motor skills, strength, balance, or coordination, Adaptive Kids provides an evidence-based approach that aligns with therapy goals — helping families feel confident that they’re giving their child the best start.
Let's Play with Purpose
Find a Program for Your Child's Development
Our mission is to empower children to move with confidence through fun, engaging, and expertly designed activities.
Every child deserves the opportunity to play in a way that feels natural, enjoyable, and meaningful. By blending play with purposeful movement, we help kids develop the skills they need to thrive — on the playground, in sports, and in everyday life.
Every child deserves the opportunity to play in a way that feels natural, enjoyable, and meaningful. By blending play with purposeful movement, we help kids develop the skills they need to thrive — on the playground, in sports, and in everyday life.
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