Zorb Ball

• Describe the function of a Zorb Ball.

Unlike a hard plastic hamster ball, zorbs are built as a ball inside of another ball with a layer of air between them. This layer of air between the two flexible plastic balls acts as a shock absorber. To add even more fun, you can add water for an aqua ride, which is also sometimes called hydro zorbing.

• What has it developed from?

In 1994, three investors created the firm ZORB Limited in New Zealand to create suitable spheres for humans and to commercialize sphereing. Their business model was to develop the activity via a franchise system.

Highest governing body: ZORB Limited

First played: 1994, Stien Vermeiren, 

• Why was it developed - what was the need behind the development?

Is the recreation or sport of rolling downhill inside an orb, typically made of transparent plastic. Zorbing is generally performed on a gentle slope but can also be done on a level surface, permitting more rider control. In the absence of hills, some operators have constructed inflatable, wooden, or metal ramps. Due to the buoyant nature of the orbs, Zorbing can also be carried out on water, provided the orb is inflated properly and sealed once the rider is inside. "Water walking" using such orbs has become popular in theme parks across.

• Name at least five of the main issues or problems that needed to be resolved, answered, whilst it was being developed? Eg. Making sure the Zorb Ball would follow a set path as it rolled down the hill.