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Mrs. Lochridge from Montgomery, TX is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ready, Set, Dance

Help me give my students ankle weights, yoga blocks and resistance bands to strengthen and enhance their dance ability in Jr. High.

  • $1,165 goal

This project expired on August 6, 2025.

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Dancers, like any athletes, require consistent practice and time to refine their craft. Sometimes, after periods of intense training or performance, it's important to step back and refresh our approach to the basics. Revisiting the fundamentals of dance, alongside building and maintaining strength, is essential for long-term growth and injury prevention. As we grow our Jr. High dance program, we hope providing a strong foundation will set them up for success.

Ankle weights target key muscles in a dancers legs.

Regular use of ankle weights can help dancers build strength in these muscles, which are critical for movements such as jumps, kicks, and balance.

Using a yoga blocks in a dance class can be an incredibly effective way to enhance flexibility, strength, alignment, and balance. A yoga block is a versatile prop that can be used to assist in stretching, improve posture, and even challenge a dancer’s stability.

Resistance bands are a fantastic tool for dance conditioning, offering a way to enhance strength, flexibility, and coordination.

Mrs. Lochridge Montgomery Junior High School Grades 6-8 Montgomery, TX View local requests

More than a third of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

Never Before Funded 35 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ankle Weights A Pair of 1/2/3/4/6/8/10/12/20 LBS Wrist Leg Arm Weights for Women Men Kids Child with Adjustable Straps, Strength Weighted for Physical Therapy Running Walking Fitness Gym Workout • Amazon Business $21.99 35 $769.65
Gaiam Restore Resistance Band Stretching Strap - Stretch Legs & Arms with Medium Resistance Loops, Multiple Holds for Increased Range of Motion, Flexibility or Strength Training • Amazon Business $12.98 10 $129.80
10 Pcs Yoga Blocks Eva Foam Blocks Supportive Yoga Brick Soft Non Slip Gymnastic Blocks Lightweight Dance Blocks for Stretching Yoga Accessories for Women Yoga, Pilates, Meditation (Purple) • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99

Materials cost

$945.44

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FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$989.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$174.64

Total project goal

$1,164.26

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