Blindfold Obstacle Course Challenge
Blindfolded students navigate a circuit of varied obstacles guided by partner using verbal instructions and minimal touch for safety
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About This Activity
Blindfolded students navigate a circuit of varied obstacles guided by partner using verbal instructions and minimal touch for safety
Quick Info
moderate
20
Full sports hall or large gymnasium (minimum 20m x 15m)
Equipment Required
Blindfolds
10-16 (one per pair)
Gymnastics Benches
4-6
Gymnastics Mats
6-8 (mix of flat and rolled)
Tables or boxes
2-3
Hoops
8-10
Cones
15-20
Whistle
1
Safety Mats
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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