Gross motor development is more than just learning how to run, jump, or climb. It’s about building the strength, balance, coordination, and confidence children need to interact with the world around them. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, occupational therapy plays a vital role in helping children improve these essential physical skills through structured play and movement-based activities.

Why Gross Motor Skills Matter

When a child climbs, balances, or swings, they’re doing more than just playing—they’re training their core muscles, developing spatial awareness, and learning how to control their body in space. These abilities are critical not only for sports and physical play but also for classroom readiness. A child who struggles with gross motor skills might have trouble sitting upright during class, navigating the playground, or even walking up stairs safely.

Occupational therapy focuses on enhancing these abilities in a fun, goal-driven way that keeps kids engaged and motivated.

Occupational Therapy in Action at OrbRom Center

In Phnom Penh, many families turn to OrbRom Center’s occupational therapy services to support their children’s physical and sensory development. Our therapists use activities like rope climbing, obstacle courses, jumping paths, and ball games to help children:

  • Develop balance and postural control

  • Strengthen coordination between arms and legs

  • Improve endurance and muscle tone

  • Practice motor planning (the ability to think ahead and execute movement)

These interventions are especially beneficial for children with developmental delays, low muscle tone, or sensory processing challenges.

Confidence Through Movement

When children build physical skills, their confidence often grows alongside them. Mastering a climbing structure or completing a movement task can boost self-esteem, social participation, and even emotional regulation. Occupational therapy at OrbRom Center helps children turn their physical challenges into empowering milestones.

We also involve parents in the therapy process—offering strategies to practice gross motor skills at home or at local playgrounds in Phnom Penh. Whether it’s helping a child climb steps independently or play safely with peers, every small success builds a foundation for long-term well-being.

Supporting Phnom Penh Families

Gross motor challenges can affect a child’s learning, behavior, and self-confidence. That’s why early intervention is so important. If you notice your child has difficulty keeping up with peers in physical activities, struggles with balance, or tires easily, our team at OrbRom Center is here to help.

Learn more about how our occupational therapy program in Phnom Penh can make a difference in your child’s development.

We are the only Preschool specialized on children with special needs in PhnomPenh.

  • Internationally qualified teachers
  • Cambodia’s largest sensory room
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Covered outdoor playground

 📞 Phone: 077.455.993
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Children engaging in hands-on learning activities at OrbRom Preschool in Phnom Penh