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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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About This Activity

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