Guided Minefield
Guided minefield: a blindfolded student crosses an area full of cones guided only by a partner's voice.
How to play
- Spread cones in an area.
- One student wears a blindfold.
- The partner guides with voice only.
- Swap roles.
Rules
- Slow walking.
- Guides are responsible.
- Blindfolds optional.
Variations
Easier
Few cones.
Standard
More cones.
Harder
Several pairs at once.
Adaptations
- No blindfold: eyes closed.
- Visual impairment: very inclusive.
Learning goals
- Build trust.
- Communication.
PatioLab has "Guided Minefield" and 599 more activities ready to drag into your lesson and run from your phone in the gym.
More main activities for Elementary
Accuracy Circuit with Cloth Targets
Accuracy circuit with cloth targets on the floor and wall, scoring points by zone.
Adapted Beach Handball
Adapted beach handball: no dribbling, double points for spectacular goals (spin or jump shot), with a soft ball.
Adapted Volleyball
Volleyball adapted for upper elementary: soft ball, lower net and the option to catch and throw on the first touch so rallies last longer.
Aerobics Stations
Aerobics stations: different aerobic exercises at each station, set to music, to build endurance.
Agility Ladder Circuit
Agility ladder circuit: footwork patterns on an agility ladder.
Animal Kingdom Circuit
Animal kingdom circuit: each station is an animal and students move like it, working the whole body.