Throw and Catch – Wheeling

Requirements

• Gymnasium or outdoor space with hard ground surface, soft balls of different sizes.

Instructions

1. Child in a wheelchair throws and catches back and forth with another child or adult.
2. Start 2 metres apart and then move farther apart when more challenge is desired.

Variations

• If you want to make catching easier, try using lighter, softer, and bigger balls.
• For extra challenge, try to throw and catch while moving.

Benefits

This activity develops throwing and catching skills together with core strength