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Ms. ODell from Normal IL is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Elevating Fitness Balls for Fitness Drumming

Help me give my students the tubs to elevate the fitness ball for our fitness drumming.

  • 2 donors
  • $755 still needed

expires Jul 21

  • 2 donors
  • $755 still needed
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Elevating fitness balls for fitness drumming serves several purposes:

1) Range of Motion: Elevating the fitness ball allows for a greater range of motion when drumming.

This can make the exercises more effective in engaging various muscle groups and enhancing flexibility.

2) 2). Enhanced Stability: By raising the fitness ball, participants have a more stable base to work from. This stability is crucial for maintaining balance and preventing injury during dynamic drumming movements.

3) Increased Intensity: When the fitness ball is elevated, participants may need to engage more muscles to stabilize themselves. This increased muscle activation can lead to a more intense workout, helping to improve strength and endurance.

4) Better Visibility: Elevating the fitness ball can also improve visibility for both the instructor and participants. This allows for better demonstration and monitoring of proper form, ensuring that participants get the most out of their workout while minimizing the risk of injury.

Overall, elevating fitness balls for fitness drumming can enhance the effectiveness, safety, and enjoyment of the workout experience.

Ms. ODell
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sportime Drum-N-Store Buckets, 18 x 12 Inches, Black, Set of 6-1450038 • Amazon Business $131.32 6 $787.92

Materials cost

$787.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$829.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.42

Total project goal

$976.16

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $976.16

2 Donors

-$200.00

Donations toward project cost

-$188.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.06

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $754.11

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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. ODell and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

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