Ball Pits

Most are designed for babies and toddlers from 6 months to 4 years, with low walls and gentle entry points for easy access. Corner or small square pits work well for younger crawlers, while larger ones suit preschoolers who enjoy tossing and hiding in the balls.

Ball pits support gross motor skills like reaching, scooping, and balance, plus sensory input from the feel and movement of the balls. They encourage imaginative play, turn-taking, and proprioceptive feedback, making them valuable in therapy rooms for motor planning and calming deep pressure activities.

Compact corner pits (3–4 ft wide) fit small rooms and hold 200–500 balls; mid-size square ones (4–6 ft) suit play corners. Larger 8 ft models need more space but allow group play—plan for 6–8 ft clearance around for safe entry and exit.

Yes, therapists use them for sensory integration, weight-bearing, and bilateral coordination activities. The deep ball pressure can be calming for some children, while supervised scooping and hiding games build strength and social skills without hard surfaces.

Limit to age/skill-matched groups, enforce "one at a time" or capacity max, no shoes/jewelry, and constant adult supervision. Ban throwing balls out or burying under—post simple signs for classrooms and childcare routines.