Themed Obstacle Course
Themed obstacle course set in a story (jungle, space, castle) using mats, benches and hoops.
How to play
- Set up a course with benches for balance, mats for rolling or crawling, and hoops to jump into.
- Tell the story: we cross the jungle, the river bridge, the cave…
- Students go through the course in turns.
- Second round with story changes.
Rules
- Wait until the student ahead is two obstacles in front.
- Rolls only on mats, with help if needed.
Variations
Easier
Short course without rolls.
Standard
Full course.
Harder
Course in reverse or carrying an object.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: adapted parallel route.
- Fear of forward rolls: log roll instead.
Learning goals
- Develop agility and motor skills.
- Motivate through pretend play.
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