Empowering Kids Through Adaptive Gymnastics & Therapeutic Trampoline
Explore our play-based, child-led, neurodiversity-affirming physical therapy, adaptive gymnastics & trampoline services tailored for children & their families
in Fort Worth, Aledo, and Parker County.
Pediatric Physical Therapy
Developmental pediatric physical therapy supports the unique abilities and needs of infants, children, and adolescents in Fort Worth, Aledo, and Parker County. This specialized therapy empowers kids to build on their strengths, navigate functional movement challenges, and engage more fully in the activities they enjoy, fostering growth, confidence, and independence.
Adaptive Gymnastics
Adaptive gymnastics adjusts traditional gymnastics skills, progressions, and equipment to build upon the strengths and unique abilities of neurodivergent individuals and those with physical or cognitive disabilities. This inclusive approach creates opportunities for all children to safely explore and enjoy gymnastics activities designed to support their growth and foster confidence.
Our Approach to Therapy & Gymnastics
Connection over Compliance
Parent Connection & Understanding
We start by understanding your child’s unique needs.
Personalied Plan
We create a tailored gymnastics program.
Ongoing Monitoring
We track progress and adjust the plan as needed.
Fun & Engaging
Therapy and gymnastics that are enjoyable and supportive.
Who is Balanced Creations For?
Designed for children and families who have been told their child is too ____ to participate.
Too Unique
For children seen as too loud, too quiet, too sensitive, too emotional, or too unpredictable—we shift our perspective.
At Balanced Creations, these traits are part of the beautiful diversity of neurodivergence. We create a space where your child’s unique ways of communicating and experiencing the world are valued and celebrated.
Too Complex
For infants and children with developmental delays, complex disabilities, or conditions like congenital and neurological disorders—those told they’re “too disabled” for activities like jumping.
At Balanced Creations, we design personalized plans that empower children to explore their abilities, grow, and achieve independence—because no goal is out of reach.
Too Determined
For the families who were told, "Your child will never ___," and chose to believe that anything is possible.
Whether your child is working toward rolling, sitting, standing, walking, running, jumping, or more intricate movement patterns, we’re here to support their journey—and yours.
Why Choose Us for Your Child’s Therapy & Wellness?
With years of experience, we create meaningful change for children and their families.
Expertise
Decades of experience in gymnastics and 8 years of pediatric physical therapy
Individualized Play
Child-led, neurodiversity-affirming, play-based learning in a gymnastics environment or your home.
Inclusive Space
Safe, welcoming environment where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.
Empowering
We partner with and educate parents to create lasting progress and confidence.
You have questions? We have answers.
What is Adaptive Gymnastics?
Adaptive gymnastics is designed to make gymnastics accessible and enjoyable for individuals with diverse physical, cognitive, and sensory abilities. This approach includes modifications to skills, equipment, and teaching techniques to meet the specific needs of participants. These modifications might include specialized apparatus, adjusted lesson plans, and personalized coaching strategies to support each individual's abilities and goals. The primary aim is to create a supportive and inclusive environment where every participant can engage in gymnastics activities, build skills, and experience the physical and social benefits of the sport.
Benefits:
Enhances motor skills and coordination
Builds physical strength and flexibility
Provides opportunities for social interaction and teamwork
Fosters self-confidence and personal growth
Promotes sensory integration and regulation
Encourages active participation in physical activity
Supports the development of life skills, such as following instructions and working in a group
Creates an inclusive and supportive environment that celebrates diverse abilities
Adaptive Gymnastics Options
1:1 Adaptive Gymnastics or Adaptive Trampoline Lessons: We offer personalized 1:1 adaptive gymnastics and trampoline lessons to cater to the individual needs of each child. These sessions are customized to enhance gymnastics skills, build confidence, and develop motor abilities in a supportive and engaging environment. They can serve as a support or addition to your child’s therapy services, helping them progress in their gymnastics journey.
Adaptive Gymnastics Class (4:1 Ratio; Student to Teacher): Our Adaptive Trampoline Class is designed for children with physical and cognitive disabilities and neurodivergent children. With a low student-to-teacher ratio of 4:1, we ensure personalized attention and a safe, inclusive space for all participants to enjoy the benefits of trampolining. (This class is provided in partnership with The Rock of Sports & Performing Arts)
If you would like to participate in Adaptive Gymnastics, please contact us for more information via the contact form, schedule a consult call, or call/text (214) 500-0126.
What is Pediatric Physical Therapy?
Pediatric physical therapy focuses on addressing the unique needs of infants, children, and adolescents who experience delays or challenges in their functional movement and participation development. Physical therapy is designed to optimize motor skills, movement patterns, and overall physical function to support a child's unique growth and development.
What can physical therapy address?
At Balanced Creations Therapy & Trampoline, our developmental pediatric physical therapy services cover a wide range of conditions and concerns, including but not limited to:
Motor Delays: Addressing delays in gross motor skills such as rolling, sitting, crawling, standing, and walking, running, jumping, hopping, skipping, navigating stairs and environments.
Neurological Conditions: Providing interventions for children with neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and developmental coordination disorder.
Orthopedic Conditions: Managing musculoskeletal conditions such as torticollis, plagiocephaly, and toe walking.
Genetic Disorders: Supporting children with genetic disorders that impact their physical development and mobility.
Sensory Integration and Executive Functioning: Addressing sensory processing and motor planning difficulties that affect a child's ability to participate in daily activities and movement.
Balance and Coordination: Improving balance, coordination, and postural control to enhance functional mobility and participation in activities.
Through individualized assessment and treatment plans, our developmental pediatric physical therapists work collaboratively with families to achieve meaningful goals and support each child's unique journey to reaching their full potential through child-led play-based sessions in a neurodiversity-affirming environment.
What can I expect at the physical therapy initial evaluation?
This is a one-on-one, in-depth evaluation consisting of an age-appropriate analysis of posture, balance and coordination, flexibility, strength, mobility skills, transitional movements, quality of movements, motor planning, gait/walking quality, and higher-level gross motor skills, if appropriate. You will receive a written report with observational and standardized results outlining your child's strengths and areas that could be improved with physical therapy, demonstration and collaborative education on purposeful play-based activities to be completed throughout the day specific to your child and home, a detailed home exercise program complete with pictures and videos specific to your child and their gross motor goals (as needed), a list of developmentally appropriate toys specific to your child and their goals (as needed), and ongoing concierge support via phone/text/email to ensure success.
Do I need a referral to begin services?
No, a referral is not required to get started with our services. In the state of Texas, a physical therapist can evaluate and treat for up to 10 business days without a referral. If physical therapy services are expected to extend past this period, Balanced Creations Therapy & Trampoline will reach out to your primary care provider to obtain a referral for you.
Additionally, our Developmental Playgroups are considered wellness services and do not require physician approval to attend.
Do you take insurance?
No. Our goal to help your child be their unique self without limits, especially without limitations placed by insurance providers regarding number of visits and when those visits can be utilized. As an out-of-network provider there are no requirements to qualify for therapy, waitlists, prior authorizations, or session caps. All costs are known upfront; those unexpected bills months after rendered services won't happen here!We do not accept insurance, however can take HSA/FSA as payment. We will create a superbill or invoice upon request if you wish to submit for reimbursement through your insurance however reimbursement is not guaranteed.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes! We are a mobile provider and bring purposeful play-based and child-led development to you! In-home visits are available for Aledo, Annetta, Willow Park, Hudson Oaks, Weatherford, Azle, Texas. If you're ready to book an in-home visit you can do so via our online booking website. If you're outside of the above areas we are happy to help, please contact us via the contact form, schedule a consult call, or call/text (214) 500-0126.
Where are your clinic locations?
We offer physical therapy and developmental/therapeutic playgroups services at two locations: The Rock of Sport and Performing Arts (76087), and Springbox Farms (76087).
For more information, please contact us via the contact form, schedule a consult call, or call/text (214) 500-0126.
What form of payment do you accept?
Payment is due at the time of service.
Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express), debit card, and HSA/FSA cards are accepted.
Cost of services:
Please contact us for pricing via the contact form, schedule a consult call, or call/text (214) 500-0126.
What age range do you work with?
We cater to children of all ages, typically ranging from infancy to 18 years old. However, we are also equipped to serve adult individuals who may benefit from our services.
What are your hours of operation?
Our hours of operation vary depending on the day of the week and the facility location. Generally, we schedule treatment sessions between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm Wednesday, Friday & Saturday at The Rock of Sports & Performing Arts, and 10:00 am -6:00 pm on Tuesday & Thursday at Springbox Farms. For specific availability and scheduling questions, please feel free to contact us directly if you need more help. For availability and scheduling inquiries, please contact us via the contact form, schedule a consult call, or call/text (214) 500-0126.
How long will it take for my child to achieve their goals?
It depends. For more wellness based preventative care, typically, we see families for approximately 2-4 sessions. In some cases, with musculoskeletal concerns and/or gross motor delay with a co-occurring medical diagnosis, the length and frequency of services can vary. We individually create care plans and frequency of services to meet the needs of each child and the family's values. When families are committed to the process, we usually see steady improvement. Families who get the best results are those who work diligently and patiently with their child daily and focus on purposeful play-based activities throughout the day — change is hard and progress is rewarding! If there is a functional plateau or if the situation worsens, we refer to another provider either in addition to our services or instead of our services.
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The Many Skills Behind Jumping Over a Noodle on the Trampoline
The Many Skills Behind Jumping Over a Noodle on the Trampoline
A Personal Experience
The other day, I was playing with my two boys on the trampoline, and my newly 2-year-old decided he wanted to jump over the noodle—just like his big brother. Watching him use his problem-solving skills was such a proud mom moment.
At first, he stood right next to the noodle, stopped completely, and jumped over. He did it! His little face lit up with pride, and he clapped for himself. But then he decided to challenge himself further. He backed up, bounced a few times, and tried to jump to the noodle and over it.
It was hard. He landed on his belly, his bottom, and sometimes ended up landing on the noodle. He experimented with timing, the number of bounces, the height of his jump, and even where he placed his feet. After many attempts, he finally figured it out. I stayed quiet most of the time, letting him work through it. This experience got me thinking about how many incredible skills a child practices with such a seemingly simple activity—and what types of supports I usually provide during therapeutic trampoline sessions to children with movement challenges.
Why Jumping Over a Noodle Is Harder Than It Looks
Jumping over a noodle on the trampoline, whether stopping and jumping or bouncing first, requires a wide range of skills:
Motor Planning: Your child needs to figure out how to position their body, generate power, and clear the noodle without tripping or falling.
Coordination: They must sync their arms, legs, and core to make the jump fluid.
Balance: Stopping to jump requires stability, while continuous bouncing challenges dynamic balance.
Executive Functioning: Adjusting timing, height, and foot placement takes trial and error, problem-solving, and self-regulation.
Sensory Processing: The trampoline provides proprioceptive input (body awareness) and vestibular input (balance), which helps the child adjust their movements.
How We Adapt and Scaffold in Therapeutic Trampoline Sessions
While my son could figure this out on his own, many kids benefit from additional supports, especially if they’re working on coordination, balance, strength, or executive functioning. In therapeutic trampoline sessions, we break the task into smaller, achievable steps. Here are a few options:
Start Simple: Begin with walking over a stationary noodle while it is laying flat on the trampoline to build confidence.
Add Variety: Wave the noodle like a snake or move it up and down vertically, while the child tries to run from one side of the trampoline to the other without hitting the noodle.
Build Jumping Skills: Introduce jumping without the noodle present on the trampoline.
Pause and Jump: Practice standing still next to the noodle, stabilizing, and then jumping over.
Provide Physical Support: Use a technique called “popping” to help the child feel the motion and generate the power they need to jump.
Combine Skills: Gradually progress to bouncing multiple times before jumping over the noodle, helping them refine timing and rhythm.
Each step can be designed to scaffold the skill in a way that meets the child where they are while gently guiding them to grow and learn.
Why This Matters to Parents and Therapists
This activity may seem simple, but it’s packed with opportunities for kids to develop essential physical, sensory, and cognitive skills—all through play. For parents, it’s a reminder of how much children are learning, even in moments that look like “just fun.” For therapists, it’s a chance to turn these playful challenges into meaningful growth opportunities for children who need extra support.
Ready to try it?!
If you’re a parent looking to help your child build confidence, coordination, and independence through purposeful play, I’d love to help! Email me to book a therapeutic trampoline session.
If you’re a therapist interested in learning more about therapeutic trampoline techniques, Email me to set up a time for us to talk about the online or in-person Therapeutic Trampoline Course and discover how you can incorporate these powerful tools into your practice.
Let’s make every bounce count!
Smiling Upside Down
Sigourney Weathers, PT, DPT
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