Gross Motor
Building balance, coordination, and confidence
Gross motor skills are vital for large body movements such as walking, running, jumping, and playing. These skills are crucial for a child’s overall physical development and confidence. At iThrive, our therapists work closely with children to enhance their coordination, strength, and body awareness.
Creating firm foundations for active lives
Children who face challenges with gross motor skills often struggle with posture, endurance, and coordination, making playing sports or running around with friends more difficult. Our therapy sessions help to strengthen their physical control, making these everyday tasks more manageable and enjoyable.
Supporting whole-body movement
We assess and treat various aspects of gross motor development, including balance, stability, bilateral coordination, core strength, and spatial awareness. These areas are key to helping children move easily and confidently in their daily lives. Our comprehensive approach ensures that children can engage in various physical activities, from school sports to outdoor play, while improving their body awareness and coordination.
Fun and functional
Our sessions are designed to feel like play, using obstacle courses, movement games, and structured tasks to improve motor skills in an enjoyable, low-pressure environment. This approach helps children learn and develop while having fun, making building motor skills engaging and exciting.
How we can help
Improved gross motor skills allow children to participate fully in school, sports, and social settings. Enhancing their movement abilities, we help children feel more confident and capable in all areas of their lives. This confidence in physical activity often leads to greater participation in group activities, social play, and overall well-being.
