Rainbow UltraPlay Playground Balls

Feel the difference with the three-ply, soft-touch rubber cover and just enough windings for improved shape retention! These balls provide a semi-soft feel for lower-impact activities on the playground or in the gym.

This ball resists wear and tear from contact with any surface, indoors and out. This allows for rough play day after day during recess and Physical Education classes. Even with its tough and thick cover, it also has a soft surface that makes it a friendly option for students of all ages.

An airlock butyl bladder helps the ball keep its round shape for longer periods of use. Use these balls for a wide variety of games, from kickball to foursquare and more.

Fun Rainbow colors make it easy for instructors to separate students into groups for different relay activities or games.

15 Creative PE Activities Using Rainbow UltraPlay Playground Balls

The Rainbow UltraPlay Playground Balls are ultra-durable, all-purpose balls designed for both indoor and outdoor use, featuring a textured cover for better grip and a no-leak butyl bladder for excellent air retention. These high-quality, colorful balls are perfect for teaching a wide range of fundamental movement skills. With their soft feel and reliable bounce, these balls can be used in countless fun, energetic, and skill-building games across all grade levels. The following activities focus on locomotor, manipulative, and body control movements using these versatile playground balls.

1. Bounce and Boogie Bash: Students bounce the UltraPlay ball to music, practicing timing and coordination. When the music stops, they freeze in place and hold the ball in a balancing pose. This activity emphasizes bouncing, balancing, and rhythm-based coordination.

2. Rainbow Relay Rollers: In teams, students roll the ball from one line to another and back, tagging the next runner. Develops rolling, running, and teamwork.

3. Bounce Battle Royale: Groups try to bounce their balls into a designated target zone (e.g., inside a hoop). Promotes bouncing accuracy, hand-eye coordination, and control.

4. Wall Ball Wizardry: Students bounce the ball off a wall and try to catch it on the rebound. They step further back with each successful round. Works on throwing, catching, and reaction time.

5. Leaping Launchers: Students leap from one hoop to another while tossing and catching their ball mid-air. Great for leaping, catching, and coordination.

6. Hopscotch Hoopers: Students hop through a hopscotch grid while dribbling or bouncing the ball. Combines hopping and ball control.

7. Tummy Tamer Toss: Students lie on their stomachs, push up into a plank, and toss the ball to a partner. Encourages core stability and pushing skills.

8. Balance Beam Bounce: Students stand on low on balance beam or floor tape line and try bouncing and catching the ball without stepping off. Great for balance, bouncing, and control.

9. Rainbow Rocket Launch: Students throw their ball for distance using proper form. Teaches throwing for power and technique.

10. UltraPlay Twister Toss: Students twist their upper body while keeping their feet planted and toss the ball to a partner. Develops twisting and upper-body control.

11. Roll & Respond Relay: Students roll the ball to a partner who must respond with a different locomotor movement (e.g., hop, skip, gallop) to retrieve it. Emphasizes reaction and varied locomotor skills.

12. Bounce Balance Blitz: While standing on one foot, students bounce and catch the ball. Enhances static balance and hand-eye coordination.

13. Rainbow Roundhouse: Students form pairs and gently strike the ball back and forth using open palms. Focus on striking control and timing.

14. Island Hopper Hoops: Set hoops across the gym. Students must bounce their ball and land in each hoop as they travel. Develops jumping, bouncing, and precision landing.

15. UltraPlay Juggle Jam: Students try to juggle two playground balls, or bounce one while tossing another. Encourages coordination and object control.