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Superhero Day / Hero Training Obstacle Course

Hero Training Obstacle Course

Children complete a timed course of crawling under webs, leaping box buildings and rescuing a teddy.

How to run it

  1. Set up the course with rope webs, boxes and cones.
  2. Place a teddy at the end to rescue.
  3. Children run the course one at a time.
  4. Time each run and cheer every hero.

You will need

  • cones
  • boxes
  • rope
  • soft toy
  • stopwatch
Make it easier or harderRemove timing for younger children, or add a carry challenge for older children.
SafetyUse low boxes and soft surfaces, and check the course for trip hazards.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children build strength, coordination and confidence.

Fits these theme days

Superhero DayObstacle Course DayNinja Obstacle DayEmergency Services DayTeddy Bears' Picnic

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