Strength, balance and coordination for children

Signs you might notice

• Your child seems to tire more quickly than others during active play
• They wobble or lose their balance on uneven ground, stairs or a beam
• Movements look clumsy, and they bump into things or drop items often
• They find two-sided tasks tricky, like pedalling, star jumps or swimming
• They slump or lean when sitting, or ask to be carried a lot
• Learning a new physical skill takes longer and needs more practice

How our physiotherapists help

Rather than drilling one activity, we target the underlying strength, balance and coordination that make many activities easier at once. We assess how your child controls their body, then design playful exercises that gently challenge the right systems, so their muscles get stronger and their movements get smoother and more reliable. We progress the challenge as they improve and share practical home ideas that fit into your everyday routine. This joined-up approach runs through our physiotherapy for kids, giving children a steadier base for whatever they want to do.

What sessions might look like

Expect movement games rather than a gym workout. We might use wobble boards and stepping stones for balance, animal walks and climbing for strength, and clapping or ball games for coordination and timing. Sessions can run in our Springfield clinic or in your home or kindy, wherever your child feels most at ease. We adjust the level so your child feels stretched but successful, and we watch closely for the moment a tricky task starts to click. You will finish with clear, simple activities to keep building between visits, and we check in on progress so the plan keeps pace with your child.