Rainbow Basic Coated-Foam Ball Packs

Be prepared for games and activities with an assortment of high-quality, bulk foam balls.

• Squeeze. Made of soft, low-density foam that’s ideal for any tossing and catching activities. Their low bounce also makes the balls excellent for rolling activities in smaller spaces.
• Versa. Foam has a slightly higher density than Squeeze. Their medium bounce takes play up a notch and makes the balls feel and act more like official volleyballs, soccer balls, and handballs.

Available in our most popular sizes – 6.3” and 7” dia – students can learn the basics ball-handling skills with safe and non-intimidating foam balls in sizes similar to those used in popular sports. Bright Rainbow colors add to the fun and aid in designating teams or creating color-coded stations.

Balls are available in your choice of two covers. Our premium ClassicCoat cover resists picking, cracking, and moisture. Our specially-formulated DuraCoat cover features 33% more coating, making it 50% stronger than other coated-foam balls. Packs include 12 Squeeze (6 ea size), 12 Versa (6 ea size), and a VersaBag mesh storage bag.

15 Inventive Activity Ideas Using the Rainbow Basic Coated-Foam Ball Packs

The Rainbow Basic Coated-Foam Ball Packs offer lightweight, soft, and safe foam balls with a durable, coated cover. These balls come in multiple sizes—6.3", 7", and 8.25"—making them ideal for indoor and outdoor activities across all age levels. Their soft construction minimizes risk, which makes them perfect for developing throwing, catching, striking, and kicking skills without fear. The bright Rainbow colors also make team organization and visual recognition easy. Below are 15 fun, age-appropriate, and skill-building activity ideas that use these versatile foam balls to teach fundamental movement skills in physical education classes.

1. Soft Toss Showdown: Partners stand close and toss the ball underhand. After each successful catch, they take a step back. Builds catching, throwing, and spatial awareness.

2. Coated Chaos Tag: Designate a few taggers who must tag others by lightly tossing a foam ball below the waist. Reinforces dodging, throwing accuracy, and spatial awareness.

3. Rainbow Run & Roll: Students race while rolling a same-colored ball to a target zone. Teaches rolling control and color coordination.

4. Drop & Pop Partner Catch: Students drop the ball, let it bounce once, and catch it. They progress to partner versions. Encourages timing, reaction, and hand-eye coordination.

5. Wall Ball Bounce-Back: Students throw their ball against the wall and catch it on the rebound. Challenge them to add movement between throws. Builds reflexes and throwing consistency.

6. Foam Foot Flickers: Students use only their feet to pass the ball to a partner or goal. Teaches controlled kicking and foot-eye coordination.

7. Rainbow Relay Rollers: Each team races by rolling their ball down a lane to a cone and back. If it veers off course, they restart. Emphasizes rolling control and perseverance.

8. Quick Catch Circuit: In rotating stations, students perform different types of catches: high, low, off the bounce, or while turning. Focuses on catching variety and coordination.

9. Body Ball Balance: Students balance the ball on various body parts (head, foot, shoulder) while walking or moving through cones. Develops balance and core control.

10. Catch ‘n’ Call Challenge: As students throw their ball to a partner, they must call out a shape, color, or letter before catching. Builds multitasking, communication, and focus.

11. Color Code Kickball: Students are assigned colors and can only kick or retrieve their matching ball. Promotes color recognition, kicking, and direction-following.

12. Underhand Accuracy Alley: Set up targets like cones or hula hoops at various distances. Students use underhand tosses to hit or land in them. Builds underhand throwing and precision.

13. Up-Down Partner Rally: Partners perform alternating bounce passes and high tosses, switching each round. Reinforces quick adaptation and catching versatility.

14. Catch or Dash Dilemma: Students must decide to catch the incoming ball or dodge it based on a called-out command. Sharpens reflexes, decision-making, and agility.

15. Softball Scramble Toss: Students stand in a large grid and randomly toss their ball to someone wearing the same color. Builds awareness and spatial movement.