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Scooter Poles and Paddles

Enhance scooter and raft activities with poles and scooter paddles.
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Provide students with a fun way to move about on a scooter while learning how to use poles and paddles!

All 3 of these options provide students with a great option for learning to maneuver a scooter while building upper-body strength. Rather than relying on their hands and feet, students use these tools and master new important movements. They will quickly learn the rhythm and force needed to move in the direction they need to go.

  • 52"L Kayak Pole is designed for side-to-side alternate paddling
  • 19"L Poles allow students to use both arms separately or at the same time
  • 24”L Paddle features a paddle T grip on the opposite end of the rubber tip to simulate realistic canoe motions. The T grip provides better control, allowing students to create more torque. Replacement Tips sold separately.

All poles and paddles are made with a heavy-duty PVC that is durable yet flexible. Each paddle and pole features an easy-to-grip foam handle, which helps students maintain control as they paddle.

The Kayak Pole and Paddle are sold individually, and the Poles are sold as a pair.

 

15 Engaging Activity Ideas Using Scooter Poles & Paddles to Teach Fundamental Movement Skills

Scooter Poles & Paddles from Gopher Sport transform standard scooter boards into interactive tools for enhancing upper-body coordination and control. The unique design allows students to propel themselves using lightweight poles or paddles with rubber tips that provide excellent traction and prevent floor damage. These accessories promote student-driven movement while building strength, stability, and coordination. The following 15 activities are designed to teach fundamental movement skills through creative use of the Scooter Poles & Paddles, either alone or with other high-quality Gopher equipment.

1. Paddle Power Patrol: Students sit on a scooter and use the Scooter Poles to propel themselves across the gym. Focus is on pushing and dynamic balance using upper-body strength.

2. Scooter Slalom Splash: Set up a winding path of cones and have students maneuver through using their poles. Teaches agility, turning, and coordination.

3. Paddle Pop Tag: One team is “It” and tags others by touching their scooter with a pole. Everyone moves using only the Scooter Poles. Builds speed, awareness, and dodging.

4. Pole Vault Relay (No Vaulting!): Teams race while propelling themselves only with poles. Switch drivers at the halfway point. Great for upper-body strength and teamwork.

5. Paddle Pick-Up Parade: Students use their paddles to scoop or push beanbags into a goal while sitting on scooter boards. Builds coordination, fine motor control, and striking.

6. Spin Cycle Challenge: Students must complete 5 full turns in one direction using poles, then reverse. Promotes twisting, turning, and balance.

7. River Crossing: Create "rivers" with tape lines; students must stay within lines and use poles to get from one end to the other. Emphasizes control and path navigation.

8. Paddle Pals Team Push: Students in pairs—one paddles while the other is towed behind, holding a rope attached to the front scooter. Teaches pulling and cooperative movement.

9. Scooter Paddle Simon Says: Classic “Simon Says” with paddle-based commands: "Paddle left", "Spin right", "Touch cone with paddle." Teaches listening, control, and spatial orientation.

10. Island Hoppers: Students must reach “islands” (mats or spots) using poles only to move from one to the next. Trains directional control and pushing.

11. Pole Tug Tournament: In pairs, students face each other and try to pull their partner past a line using poles. Builds pulling strength and stability.

12. Paddle Limbo Line: Use poles as limbo bars. Students paddle under without touching. Great for flexibility, posture, and control.

13. Color Coded Quest: Assign cones by color—students must visit each in order using their poles to guide them. Works on sequencing, memory, and movement planning.

14. Scooter Paddle Slingshot: Students use one pole to push off walls (safely) and launch into a spin. Teaches angular motion, power, and control.

15. Paddle Round-Up Rodeo: Scatter soft balls around the gym. Students use paddles to herd them into a central goal. Promotes object control, pushing, and cooperative strategy.