A KnockerBall® is a single chamber inflatable sphere with inner handles and adjustable shoulder straps. KnockerBall®s range from 1.0 Meters to 1.5 Meters and the proper size or fit is predicated on your height and strength. KnockerBall®s can be used singularly to perfect your rolls, flips, and wheels or can be used with two or more to enter a realm of rip roaring, knocking fun times. People who use KnockerBall®s are sometimes referred to as “KnockerBallers” and they describe the sensation as almost defying gravity. This sport is still so new and we are proud to be instrumental in introducing to the Shenandoah Valley one of the coolest products to come along in a long time to the United States. For years, KnockerBall® or “bubble soccer” has been gaining traction in Europe, Australia, Japan, and elsewhere. Isn’t it time you “GET IN THE BALL” and see what you’ve been missing?
We provide the full setup of the KnockerBall®s (delivery, inflation, and breakdown), as well as an Event Coordinator with every event package. We will also provide you with some options of “games” to play. We have soccer goals, soccer balls, and other equipment and activities available as package add-ons.
No. It is up to the individuals renting to obtain a permit from the Parks Department if they are needed.
We carry 3 different sizes of KnockerBall®s – 1.0 M (Small), 1.2 M (Medium), and 1.5 M (Large). Size fit is based on height. We recommend the following general guidelines for proper fit: Small is for 5 years old to 4′ 0″ tall. Medium is for 4′ 0″ to 5′ 6″ tall. Large is for anyone over 5′ 6″ tall.
It is important that your KnockerBall® is adjusted to cover from above your head to just above your knees. This will ensure that you maintain proper protection for rougher play. Your Event Coordinator will adjust the shoulder straps accordingly so to obtain optimum bodily coverage. And Remember: NO jumping head to head or spearing.
1.5m Large TPU – 16 lbs
1.2m Medium TPU – 12 lbs
1.0m Small TPU – 10 lbs
But because of the backpack style strapping, the weight is evenly distributed and it’s easy and fun to use!
We will not subject the KnockerBall®s, nor our participants, to extreme cold or hot weather.
Whether you are using a PVC or TPU unit, it is highly recommended to only use this product in temperatures ranging from 40 degrees to 85 degrees. Extreme cold may make the material brittle therefore rendering the KnockerBall®s unsafe to use. And who wants to be strapped inside a large plastic bubble when it’s ridiculously hot outside?!
A suitable indoor location (gym or linoleum flooring) should be arranged if weather conditions are outside of this temperature range.
KnockerBall® can be enjoyed at multiple venues:
– Your personal property – given enough open grassy space free of major hills, rocks, trees, mud, etc.
– Public Parks – reservation prices vary based on city and park district
– Schools and Churches – with the permission of the organization owning the property
– One of our indoor venue partners
** Our own location at the Harrisonburg Valley Mall! **
Contact us for more information – 540.705.0951
Be advised that all participants will be required to sign a waiver or have a parent/guardian sign if under 18. No Waiver, No Play – No exceptions.
You can find our Participation Waiver here -> Elevation Sports Waiver
You’ve already booked your party package and the big day is here; but you now have more people coming than you originally planned and you want to know if we can help accommodate?
Additional KnockerBall®s are available for $25 per ball, per originally booked hour on the day of the rental. Additional hours of Play Time are available for $100 plus taxes and fees. However, we cannot guarantee extra time and inventory availability due to other potential bookings, so please do your best to schedule the correct number of KnockerBall®s and Play Time you need when booking!
Payment
– We require a signed Rental Contract Agreement and Payment in Full at time of booking to secure your requested date and time, 50% of which serves as your Non-Refundable Reservation Fee
– Depending on your event type, an additional security deposit may be required when booking
– We gladly accept Cash, Check, and/or Credit/Debit Cards for payment
– Credit/Debit Card payments incur an additional fee
Scheduling
– Please provide as much notice as possible to ensure we can facilitate your rental (we appreciate at least a 2 weeks notice)
– However, even if it’s last minute PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE to call us (540.705.0951) or email us at goelevationsports@gmail.com! We may be able to handle your rental on short notice!
All of our Event Reps use their own personal vehicles to transport equipment and facilitate your event – and of course, we take care of our people!
All events will be assessed a Travel Fee based on the total miles round trip. Amounts will vary.
The first 50% of your event cost (or $250 minimum, whichever is greater) is the Non-Refundable Reservation Fee. Any payments above and beyond that are subject to the following Refund Policy of Elevation Sports:
– 100% customer refund if cancelled at least 7 days prior to the scheduled event
– 50% customer refund if cancelled 4-6 days prior to the scheduled event
– 25% customer refund if cancelled within 72 hours of scheduled event
– If inclement weather should occur:
– We will work together to find a suitable time for the rescheduling
– Customer decides to cancel rather than rescheduling, 50% customer refund
– If event is cancelled by Elevation Sports, 100% customer refund of all money paid
– There will be no partial refunds for Play Time and/or equipment not used (except in case of inclement weather)
– For example: Booking for 3 hours Play Time and only playing for 1.5 hours or booking 8 KnockerBall®s and only using 6
The following is the Rescheduling Policy of Elevation Sports for all private events:
– NO Rescheduling Fee due to inclement weather
– NO Rescheduling Fee if done by Elevation Sports
– $25 Rescheduling Fee if requested 8 days prior to the scheduled event
– $50 Rescheduling Fee if requested 7 days prior to the scheduled event
– $100 Rescheduling Fee if requested 4-6 days prior to the scheduled event
– $150 Rescheduling Fee if requested within 48-72 hours prior to the scheduled event
– $200 Rescheduling Fee if requested within 24 hours prior to the scheduled event
RULES GOVERNING THE SAFE OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT
The following rules detail safe operational guidelines for the inflatable equipment you are leasing from Elevation Sports. To ensure safe operation of the inflatable bubble suits, these rules will be read aloud by your Event Coordinator at the start of your event. You and your participants are encouraged to direct any questions you may have about the operation of the inflatable bubble suits to your Event Coordinator before you begin use of the equipment.
Supervision: The safety of the children and your other participants depends on you. Your personal supervision is absolutely required at all times, and your assistance is strongly encouraged. As the lessee of these units, the safety of all the players is your responsibility. As the adult supervisor of your event, you should position yourself in close proximity of the players and be prepared to assist.
Glasses/Jewelry: All players MUST REMOVE GLASSES, AND ALL JEWELRY before playing in the inflatable bubble suits.
Pre-existing Health Conditions: Pregnant women, individuals with pre-existing injuries, and others susceptible to injury from falls, bumps, or bouncing are not permitted in or on the inflatable bubble suits at any time.
General Misuse: Do not allow players to hit other players when they are already down, trying to get back up, from the side, or from behind. Do not allow players to use the bubbles as chairs or sit or stand on top of the inflatable bubble suits. Do not allow players to kick or hit the inflatable bubble suits with anything but another inflatable bubble suit. No inflatable bubble suits should come into contact with trees, sidewalks, roads, or any other rough surfaces. Make sure the designated play area is clean of any and all debris like rocks, sticks, twigs, pinecones, etc. Do not allow the inflatable bubble suits to rub up against any surfaces.
Negligence or Abuse: The following fees may be assessed for negligence or abuse of the inflatables (bubbles).
1. Negligence and damage to unit could result in a $200 per unit Repair Fee
2. If unit is not repairable, a fee of $350-$400 could result
3. Depending on your event type, an additional security deposit may be required when booking
No. We are an independent, locally owned company: Elevation Sports. KnockerBall® is the Registered Trademark brand name of the bubble ball suits we employ in our business.
