Equipment Modifications On a Budget

Inexpensive and creative alternatives of typical physical education and sporting equipment that allow the learner to acquire and practice developmentally appropriate skills. For learners of ALL abilities!



Created by Doug Bradley, University of Wisconsin-LaCrosseIn partial fulfillment of a Master of Science in Physical Education Teaching, Emphasis in Adapted Physical Education

Overhand & Underhand

Independent & Assistive

Short & Long Handles

Goals, Baskets & Accessories

Home-Based Workout Ideas

Helpful Phrases, Pictures & GIFs

Purchasing Your Equipment

Thanks to these wonderful people!

Image References:"Sporting Equipment Background" - Photo by Andrey_Popov on https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/close-various-sport-equipments-on-pitch-1026630478"Sock Ball" - Photo by Chris Carley on http://pointslounge.com/save-space-packing-shoes-socks-together/"Laundry Basket Skee Ball" - Photo By Sarah Dees on https://frugalfun4boys.com/laundry-basket-skee-ball-with-ball-pit-balls/"Glow Stick Wiffle Ball" - Photo by Kelly Dixon on https://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1090095/diy-kids-summer-party/"Pool Noodle Baseball Tee" - Photo by Deirdre Smith on http://jdaniel4smom.com/2015/06/how-to-make-a-batting-tee-from-pool-noodles.html"Pool Noodle Soccer Goal" - Photo by Mary Hoover on https://missiontosave.com/pool-noodle-games-water-needed-alternative-uses-pool-noodles-post/"DIY Dumbbells" - Photo by Nataly Merezhuk on https://www.pinterest.com/pin/32088216066942453/"Skill Cues" - Photo by New Physical Educator on https://www.pinterest.com/pin/32088216066942453/"Used Sporting Equipment" - Photo by Elisa Mader on https://seattle.cbslocal.com/top-lists/best-used-sporting-goods-stores-in-seattle/"Thank You" - Photo by Deadklok on https://www.vectorstock.com/royalty-free-vector/thank-you-comic-book-bubble-text-retro-style-vector-9530626