What are Gross Motor Skills?

Gross motor skills involve the large muscles used for movement — running, jumping, climbing, balance, coordination, and body awareness. These skills are essential for physical play, safety, and participation at school.

Does your child struggle with any of the following?

• Difficulty running, climbing, or jumping

• Poor balance or frequent tripping

• Trouble riding a bike or scooter

• Weak posture or fatigue during sitting

• Avoiding playground activities or sports

• Difficulty with coordination (catching, throwing, skipping)

• Delays in motor milestones

How OTs Help

Our OTs observe and assess movement patterns, coordination, strength, balance, and postural control.

Therapy may include:

• Core and upper body strengthening

• Balance and coordination training

• Reflex integration activities

• Motor planning tasks (obstacle courses, sequencing)

• Body awareness (proprioceptive input)

• Playground skills

We support your child at home or school to help them feel safe, confident, and capable during everyday movement.