Fitness Fun with Friends

Funded Feb 10, 2022

It has been so fun to use the new equipment thanks to the Donors Choose grant. Last year when we got the new equipment was perfect timing as we were in the middle of our volleyball unit and the new trainer volleyballs were great. The different size, weight and texture of balls, gave students options as to which ball they were more comfortable with bumping and setting, which can be intimidating for kids.

We also received equipment to help us with our fitness stations. The height on the hurdles can be adjusted which helps with older and younger grades. They also like to set them at different levels for over/under movements. The balance boards have been awesome in helping kids work on balance and posture, and adding in skills like passing a ball or dribbling helps to increase difficulty. Also, the yoga balls have been good with working on proper form doing squats as well as sit ups/crunches.

And kids can be hard on PE equipment so the new foam footballs helped add to our options when we do our throwing/catching unit, as well as provide a softer football to for those just learning to catch. Thank you!”

With gratitude,

Mrs. Seal