Obstacle Course Day / Design-a-Course Challenge
Design-a-Course Challenge
Small teams plan, build and test their own mini obstacle courses, then invite others to try them. Children take ownership of the design and the safety rules.
How to run it
- Show the equipment available and set clear safety limits.
- Teams sketch a course plan on paper.
- Teams build their course and test it themselves.
- Groups swap courses and give friendly feedback.
You will need
- cones
- hoops
- mats
- ropes
- paper and pencils
Make it easier or harderGive a set list of equipment for a simpler version or add a budget and scoring system for a harder one.
SafetyAn educator checks each course for stability and safe spacing before anyone runs it.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children plan, collaborate and explain their designs, building problem-solving and communication.
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