Blindfold Obstacle Course
Partners navigate a complex obstacle course with one blindfolded, using verbal guidance and minimal touch
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About This Activity
Partners navigate a complex obstacle course with one blindfolded, using verbal guidance and minimal touch
Quick Info
15 mins
moderate
16
Full hall (20m x 15m minimum) for obstacle circuit
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Benches
2
Exercise mats
4-6
Hoops
6-8
Tables or boxes
2
Blindfolds
Half class number
Crates
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Weather
Indoor Only
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