High Activity Games

Name and Purpose Alphabet Race builds vocabulary, quick thinking, and teamwork through a fast-paced writing relay. Works well as a warm-up, rainy-day activity, or cabin challenge. a.k.a. Word Dash, ABC Relay Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players (2+ teams) | 10-20 minutes | Indoor classroom, hall, or covered outdoor space with a vertical writing …

Name and Purpose Back-to-Back Tag builds partner trust, spatial awareness, and quick decision-making. Players learn to read the space and find allies under gentle pressure. a.k.a. Partner Safe Tag, Safety Tag, Buddy Tag Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-40 players | 15-25 minutes | Large outdoor field or gym. Recommended size: 20m x 20m for …

Name and Purpose Balloon Pop Relay is a high-energy, fast-moving game that builds excitement and gets groups laughing together. Works well as an energiser or end-of-day celebration activity. a.k.a. Balloon Rush, Pop Dash Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players | 10-15 minutes | Open indoor gym or flat outdoor area. Remove sharp objects and …

Name and Purpose Bean Bag Blitz is a fast-paced running game that builds speed, decision-making, and team energy. Players practise continuous movement and light strategy as they work to empty their circle and fill their opponents’ at the same time. a.k.a. Empty the Yard, Fill the Bucket Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-40 players (two …

Name and Purpose Blob Untangle builds physical co-operation, communication, and gentle problem-solving. Teams practise working together while respecting physical boundaries. a.k.a. Human Knot (variation), Tangle Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-20 players | 10-20 minutes | Flat open space, indoor or outdoor, minimum 5m x 5m Materials No materials required Optional: coloured wristbands to mark …

Name and Purpose Bobsled Relay is a cooperative floor-sliding game that builds teamwork, physical coordination, and laughter. Teams work together as a connected unit, which means everyone has to move at the same pace and communicate constantly. a.k.a. Floor Relay, Sled Push Race Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-30 players (teams of 4-6) | 10-20 …

Name and Purpose Body Part Tag adds a fun physical constraint to a classic tag game. Players practise listening, movement creativity, and quick reactions while everyone stays active. a.k.a. Action Tag, Movement Tag Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-30 players | 15-20 minutes | Large outdoor field or indoor gym. Recommended area: 15m x 15m …

Name and Purpose California Kickball adds a six-base layout to the classic game, giving runners more strategic choices and keeping the field more active. Everyone kicks each inning, so no one sits for long. a.k.a. Six-Base Kickball, Hex Kickball Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players (split into 2 equal teams) | 30-45 minutes | …

Name and Purpose Cinderella’s Slipper is a classic relay game that builds teamwork, laughter, and gentle problem-solving. Pairs work together under time pressure to find and return the right shoe. a.k.a. Shoe Shuffle, Find the Slipper Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-36 players (teams of 6, three pairs per team) | 15-25 minutes | Open …

Name and Purpose Clothespin Dash is a fast-moving social game that builds awareness, quick thinking, and friendly interaction. Players practise spatial awareness and light strategy while staying engaged and on the move. a.k.a. Peg Swap, Pin Frenzy Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players | 10-15 minutes | Large open area or gym, minimum 15m …

Name and Purpose Commando Challenge Relay builds teamwork and coordination through a fun, silly obstacle course for pairs. Players practise communication, timing, and shared problem-solving as they move through each station together. a.k.a. Adventure Relay, Obstacle Pair Race Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-40 players (pairs) | 20-30 minutes | Large open outdoor space or …

Deck Command is a fast-moving listening and reaction game built around nautical directions and crew actions. Builds attentiveness, quick physical response, and group coordination in a fun, low-pressure format. a.k.a. Ships Ahoy, Port and Starboard, Captain Says Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-50 players | 15-30 minutes | Large open gym, field, or court. The …

Name and Purpose Dragon Chain Race is a cooperative movement game that builds group coordination, trust, and shared rhythm. Players practise communication and body awareness while working together to keep the chain intact. a.k.a. Dragon Run, Linked Chain Race Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 10-40 players (split into teams of 5-10) | 10-20 minutes | …

Name and Purpose Field Chaos Tag is a high-energy free-for-all combining tag and dodgeball in one unpredictable game. Players practise quick thinking, spatial awareness, and reading a fast-moving environment. a.k.a. All-In Tag, Everyone’s It Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 15-50 players | 15-25 minutes | Large outdoor field with clear cone boundaries Materials 4-6 soft …

Name and Purpose Five Hundred Catch is a classic throwing-and-catching game that builds anticipation, spatial reading, and friendly competition. Players practise tracking a ball in the air, weighing risk, and cheering each other on in an open-field format. a.k.a. Points Catch, Sky Ball Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 6-20 players | 10-20 minutes | Large …

Name and Purpose Flag Dash is a high-energy tag game where two taggers use balls and flags while all other players try to outlast them. Players practise dodging, strategy, and reading the game from multiple vantage points. a.k.a. Tagger Takedown, Flag Chase Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 15-40 players | 15-25 minutes | Large open …

Name and Purpose Four-Base Flag Rescue is a large-scale territory game that builds strategy, communication, and teamwork under pressure. Four teams compete to protect their flag while attempting to capture rivals’ flags. a.k.a. Capture the Flag, Territory Tag Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 40-80 players (4 teams of 10-20) | 40-60 minutes | Large open …

Name and Purpose Gather and Guard is a high-energy strategy and movement game where one team defends a circle of objects while the other tries to retrieve them. Players build communication, physical coordination, and positional thinking. a.k.a. Keepers and Raiders, Circle Raid Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 16-40 players in two equal teams | 15-25 …

Name and Purpose Glow Ball transforms a familiar game into a unique night event using light and movement. Players practise spatial awareness, teamwork, and reaction speed in a low-light environment. a.k.a. Night Dodgeball, Blackout Ball Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 16-40 players | 20-30 minutes | Large gymnasium or flat outdoor field; lights off or …

Name and Purpose Goal Crawl is a low-to-the-ground team game that builds core strength, spatial awareness, and creative teamwork. Players work together to move a ball across the field while staying on hands and knees. a.k.a. Crawl Ball, Ground Level Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 8-24 players | 15-25 minutes | Large outdoor field or …

Name and Purpose Goal Zone blends dodgeball and team handball into a fast, skill-building game where scoring goals matters as much as staying in. Players practise throwing accuracy, teamwork, and spatial awareness in a continuous team format. a.k.a. Field Dodgeball, Score and Dodge Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 12-40 players (two equal teams) | 15-25 …

Name and Purpose Granny’s Candy Run is a large-group adventure game combining storytelling, strategy, and teamwork. Cabins work together to collect and protect balloons (candy) while navigating interception by staff. a.k.a. Balloon Dash, Candy Courier Age / Group / Time / Space Ages 8-16 | 30-80 players | 45-60 minutes | Large outdoor area with clearly marked cabin base zones …