KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER!!!

Check Equipment

• Use a burst-free ball.
• Ensure proper positioning or placement of the stability balls and the ball holders.
• Place the ball plug downward and readjust throughout the workout.
• Proper height of the stability ball is essential for each individual.
• Ball holders should be a non-skid surface to avoid slipping or sliding out of the correct position. If this occurs, take time to readjust to the proper position.
• Make sure the floor area around the ball (front, side, back) is clear of debris or hindrances.
• Drumsticks are of a hard wood and free of cracks or splinters or broken tips. Have extra drumsticks available.

TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL CLASS

• Follow the safety rules and recommendation of ACSM and Drums Alive.^®
• Integrate the components of a successful Drums Alive^® program (see Lesson 19 – Benefits of the Drums Alive Program  – Components of a Successful Drums Alive Program)
• Always check and assure safety in your classes (Set up and Safety cues)
• Adapt to your participant level. Remember to teach and adapt to the level of the class and add variations or modifications that are safe for the more advanced participants.
• Review difficult patterns either rhythmically or choreographically before beginning your class.

Add Modifications – non-impact verses impact moves, small ROM patterns versus large ROM. Make the choreography adaptable for everyone of all levels and abilities by adding modifications or options!

Mix and Match – if you find sections of the choreography too difficult or too easy for your participants, you may choose to mix and match the sections!

Allow time for creativity and expression and Have Fun!