Parachute Merry-Go-Round

Children hold parachute with one hand and walk around in a circle creating a merry-go-round effect

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About This Activity

Children hold parachute with one hand and walk around in a circle creating a merry-go-round effect

Quick Info

5 mins

moderate

8m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Large parachute

1 (12-foot diameter)

Music Player

Parachutes

As needed

Suitable For

Year 1

Year 2

Reception

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Body Control

Coordination

Features

Inclusive

Engaging

Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Team Challenge

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather

Intensity

Low Intensity