Blind Obstacle Course

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Description

In pairs, one blindfolded, Squirrels/Beavers/Cubs/Scouts guide each other around a set obstacle course.

Resources

Throw down lines and/or cones, blanket/tunnel, cones, poles to step over, eye mask/necker blindfold.

Instructions

Leader sets out an obstacle course. One of the pair is blindfolded, the other guides. Give verbal directions only.

Hold hands to support where necessary eg frightened young people, difficult steps, uneven ground.

Increase difficulty for Cubs and Scouts by incorporating bends in the course where they need to change direction; using netting that is more difficult to manoeuvre through instead of blankets; raise poles to step over higher.


Tags

  • #1LHB
  • blindfold
  • obstacle course
  • Skills Badge
  • Team challenge
  • teamwork

Badge Links

  • Athletics - Relay
  • Teamwork - Challenge
  • Teamwork - Helpful