Blind Formations
Blindfolded team members hold a rope and must create specific geometric shapes through communication and spatial reasoning, without being able to see their formation
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Blindfolded team members hold a rope and must create specific geometric shapes through communication and spatial reasoning, without being able to see their formation
Quick Info
moderate
8
5m x 5m per team minimum, clear of all obstacles
Equipment Required
Long rope tied in continuous loop
1 per team (10-12 metres)
Blindfolds
1 per student (8-12 per team)
Shape reference cards
1 set (6-10 different shapes)
Timer
1
Safety mats (optional but recommended)
Enough to cover team area
Rope
As needed
Cards
As needed
Safety Mats
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Catching
Body Control
Decision Making
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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