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Electric Fence Challenge

Large teams must transport all members from one side of a suspended rope 'electric fence' to the other without touching it, requiring strategic planning and cooperative execution

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About This Activity

Large teams must transport all members from one side of a suspended rope 'electric fence' to the other without touching it, requiring strategic planning and cooperative execution

Quick Info

moderate
26
Two zones each 8m x 6m plus 4m separation = approximately 16m x 12m total

Equipment Required

Ropes

4 long ropes (minimum 10m length each) - 2 per fence

Safety Mats

12 mats (6 per zone)

Posts or tall cones

4 (2 per zone to suspend rope between)

Boundary Markers

12-16 cones

Blindfolds

12-15 for progression round

Stopwatch/timer

2 (one per team)

Suitable For

Year 7

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game
Fitness Activity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation

Space

Medium Space
Outdoor

Weather

All Weather