GROSS MOTOR / VESTIBULAR NOTES

Balance Board

 

Introduction: The Balance Board sheet below describes activities that are appropriate as standalone exercises, but it also provides simple instructions for creating a balance board. This will be crude but effective, and should be used on fairly robust floors only as it will likely leave marks. Carpet is fine, or concrete, but avoid use on delicate surfaces such as hardwoods. Some activities require the use of a balance board, and this would likely be appropriate; many substitutions are acceptable.

Balance Board

Procedure: Print the attached document. Construct the balance board and proceed with the activity described. Hang on to the balance board for use in other activities.

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