The only equipment required is a number of beach balls of different sizes and some fast music.
Arrange participants in a circle of chairs. Try to make a solid circle with no large gaps.
Begin the music, toss several balls into the circle and direct players to kick any ball that comes their way.
This activity can be handled by one therapist but if there are two therapists, one can sit in the circle and join the group, a small gesture that most long term care residents enjoy.
After 20 minutes, take a short break, therapists change places, and play resumes.
