Parachutes offer unlimited group play and exercise opportunities including cardiovascular and upper-body conditioning for all ages and ability levels. Parachute is designed for use by young and old alike to perpetuate response and movement activities and team building skills by developing perceptual, social, physical and academic learning. This 12' parachute is constructed of heavy-duty nylon, reinforced at stress points and complete with nylon handles. Parachute storage bag included. 12' diameter with 12 handles. This heavy duty play parachute is designed to withstand the heavy use of an institutional environments like schools, after school programs, summer camps, etc. Our parachute weighs 2.1 pounds, which is up to 40% more than similar sized “home use” / retail parachutes.