Building Strength Through Play: Supporting Fine and Gross Motor Skills

Movement is one of the most powerful teachers a child will ever have.

Through movement, children learn about balance, cause and effect, problem-solving, and independence.

For children with disability or developmental delay, however, movement can also be a source of frustration — something that takes more effort, more time, and more support.

Physiotherapy helps bridge that gap. It turns movement from a struggle into an opportunity for growth, fun, and self-discovery.

At RippleAbility’s Carer Respite Centre, physiotherapist Camille Lemay from Next Challenge shared how families can use play and everyday life to build strength, coordination, and confidence.

💬 “Movement isn’t about perfection — it’s about participation.”