Gopher Floor Quiver

Set up this quiver indoors using the stand and loose up to 10 arrows. Having arrows conveniently on hand minimizes interruption. The quiver neatly stores arrows upright, so archers can focus on shot placement and improving their aim. Durable wood base and PVC tubing are reliable for long-term use and are safe on gym floors. 5"W x 16-1/2"H; 3/4 lb.

15 Fundamental Movement Skill Activities Using the Gopher Floor Quiver

The Gopher Floor Quiver is a freestanding, low-profile arrow holder that keeps arrows upright and organized for easy access during archery activities. Its compact, stable base is specifically designed to reduce tipping, making it safer and more efficient than traditional arrow holders. This piece of equipment helps promote independent setup and retrieval in target-based units, while also supporting movement-rich activities that reinforce spatial awareness, aiming, body control, and more. Though it is designed for archery, the Floor Quiver can also be creatively repurposed in PE to teach a wide range of fundamental movement skills.

Below are 15 inventive activity ideas using the Gopher Floor Quiver. These activities integrate locomotor, non-locomotor, manipulative, and body control skills and are adaptable for small or large group instruction across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

1. Quiver & Deliver: Students run to retrieve a foam arrow from the Floor Quiver, then return to a line and perform an overhand throw into a target. Teaches running, object retrieval, and throwing accuracy.

2. Aim, Arch & Advance: After retrieving an arrow from the Floor Quiver, students must perform an arching body pose or yoga stretch before taking a shot. Emphasizes stretching and posture control.

3. Arrow Glide & Guide: Students slide sideways to the Floor Quiver, grab an arrow, then guide it through a maze of cones. Promotes sliding and hand-eye coordination.

4. Spin-n-Score Shootout: After spinning in place, students grab an arrow and shoot at a foam target. Teaches body awareness, turning, and focus.

5. Quiver Core Drop: Students perform sit-ups beside a Floor Quiver and drop an arrow into a bucket on the way up. Focuses on core strength and coordination.

6. Push & Pull Partner Race: In pairs, one partner pushes a scooter board to the Floor Quiver while the other pulls it back with an arrow. Teaches pushing, pulling, and teamwork.

7. Leap to the Line: Students leap over cones or floor markers on their way to and from the Floor Quiver. Enhances leaping, coordination, and spatial timing.

8. Dodger Dash & Drop: Students must dodge foam balls thrown by peers on their way to retrieve an arrow from the Floor Quiver, then drop it in a scoring zone. Builds dodging, speed, and precision.

9. Static Statue Quiver Pick-Up: Freeze in a one-leg balance before picking up an arrow. If balance is broken, return to the line and try again. Teaches static balance and patience.

10. Quiver Clean-Up Countdown: Time-based challenge where students must clean up all arrows into the Floor Quiver using specific movements (skipping, hopping, etc.). Builds time awareness and movement variety.

11. Juggle & Jog: Students jog while balancing an arrow in hand, then place it back in the Floor Quiver without dropping. Teaches running with control.

12. Arrow Slide Sequence: Use the Floor Quiver as a “pit stop” in a sliding sequence. Students must perform a slide, pick up an arrow, then continue the course. Combines locomotor and manipulative control.

13. Cork Curl & Carry: Students pick up an arrow from the Floor Quiver, curl it like a dumbbell while walking to the target zone, and place it carefully. Builds upper-body coordination and fine motor skills.

14. Core Crawl & Corky Catch: Students crawl with an arrow balanced on their back and deliver it to the target zone. Encourages core engagement and body awareness.

15. Quiver Quest Obstacle Hunt: Arrows are placed in multiple Floor Quivers throughout the gym. Students follow movement cues (hop, gallop, twist) to collect one arrow from each location. Combines multiple locomotor skills and spatial tracking.