Balloon Pass
Submitted by: Amy Toles, University
of Wisconsin LaCrosse (Student)
Size: No minimum/maximum
Equipment: Small Balloons
(or balls)
Objective: This activity
helps lower functioning individual participate in team events.
Works on hand-eye coordination, balance (in the water), and
arm movements.
Description: Have teams
line up in the water's shallow end. Try to have even numbered
teams. The spacing of the individuals depends on the functioning
level. Place a blown-up balloon in front of person A. Person
A will pass the balloon to B by pushing the water. Person A
is not to move his/her feet. Have the balloon passed down the
entire line and back. Many variations can be made from this
game. Individuals with visual impairments enjoy this game, they
will need an assistant to help them move the balloon in the
correct direction.
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