Rainbow WhirlWind

Balance and coordination are the name of this fast-paced skipping game. Slip the Rainbow WhirlWind on one ankle and swing it around, being careful to hop over it with your other leg when it comes full circle! It’s ready for use indoors and out, by any student of any age. It’s easy to learn, and a fun challenge to master!

Convenient Design

There’s no adjustments necessary with this jumping toy for kids—all you need to do to get started is unclip the ankle bracelet, slide your foot through, re-clip, and you're ready to go no matter your age or height. The 7" dia ankle ring is attached to a 14"L rope with a whiffle ball on the end.

Ideal for All Ages

This jumping toy is fun to youse for all ages. Younger students will practice full-body coordination to swing the ball while older students will focus on momentum and timing as they skip faster and faster.

Durable Construction

Use the Rainbow WhirlWind indoors and out without fear of damage to the equipment. Its PVC plastic and rope ensure it can withstand constant impact with hard surfaces.

Swirl, Spin, and Skill-Build: Fundamental Movement Fun with the Rainbow WhirlWind!

The Rainbow WhirlWind is a vibrant, oversized group parachute-like activity tool featuring 6 colorful fabric arms that encourage cooperative play, timing, and movement. Unlike traditional parachutes, this product allows each student or pair to grasp a single arm, creating a pinwheel effect as the group runs in circles together. The biggest difference in this product is its design for small-group rotational movement – students generate the swirling motion themselves, enhancing whole-body engagement and group coordination. It’s perfect for building locomotor skills, balance, body control, and cooperation across all grade levels. Below are 15 creative, skill-based activity ideas that bring the Rainbow WhirlWind to life in your PE class!

1. WhirlWind Warm-Up: Students grasp the arms and walk, jog, or skip in a circle together, changing directions on a whistle. Builds locomotor skills and spatial awareness.

2. Hop the WhirlWind: While spinning slowly, students hop on one foot around the circle. Switch feet halfway through. Enhances hopping and balance.

3. Freeze Spin Fun: Students spin the Rainbow WhirlWind, then freeze when music stops. Practice stopping and balance on cue.

4. Twist Tag Tango: One student lets go and tries to “tag” someone else by weaving through the swirling arms. Encourages twisting, dodging, and agility.

5. Color Call Chaos: Call out a color, and all students holding that color must leap or jump in place. Builds reaction time and jumping.

6. Dynamic Direction Dash: Students reverse direction on a whistle. The sudden change promotes body control and directional agility.

7. Sway Day Parade: While holding arms, students sway side to side as they spin slowly. Promotes rhythmic movement and balance.

8. Swing & Swap: Students swing the arms like a pendulum, then rotate and switch partners. Encourages swinging and coordination.

9. Rainbow Relay Race: Two teams take turns running a lap while their teammates hold the Rainbow WhirlWind stationary. Integrates teamwork and running.

10. Color Leap Challenge: Place spots or markers around the circle. Students must leap to the marker matching their color when called.

11. Dizzy Dash: After several spins with the Rainbow WhirlWind, students drop the arms and complete a short dash. Promotes spatial awareness and recovery.

12. WhirlWind Walk & Talk: Pair up students to discuss a topic (e.g., favorite sport) while walking in sync. Develops communication and movement fluency.

13. Rainbow Rock Relay: With music playing, students take turns performing mini dance moves while holding the arm. Enhances creative movement and rhythm.

14. High-Five Hurricane: On a signal, students let go, run to the opposite side, high-five a partner, and grab a new arm. Works agility, running, and coordination.

15. Color Combo Countdown: Call two colors, and students from both must coordinate a partner movement (e.g., squat, twist, jump). Builds social coordination and complex movement.