Looking for a fun obstacle course to set up at your centre? This post shares our creative ideas and practical tips for setting up a safe and exciting course that will keep little ones active and happy.
Age Group: 2-5 Years Old
Materials:
- Soft Mats: Cover the entire course area with soft mats to cushion falls.
- Tunnels: Short, wide, and well-ventilated tunnels.
- Low Balance Beam: Use a sturdy bench or a rolled-up yoga mat.
- Small Hula Hoops: For crawling through or stepping over.
- Foam Blocks: Stacked low for stepping or climbing.
- Small Play Balls: For rolling or throwing into a designated area.
- Stuffed Animals: As targets for gentle throwing.
- Small Cones: For creating a simple maze or defining pathways.
Course Layout:
- Crawl Through: Start with a tunnel for children to crawl through.
- Balance Beam: Walk across the low balance beam.
- Hoop Jump: Step over or crawl through the hula hoops.
- Foam Block Climb: Climb over a low stack of foam blocks.
- Ball Roll: Roll a ball across the mat or throw it gently into a basket.
- Stuffed Animal Toss: Gently toss a ball at a stuffed animal target.
- Cone Maze: Navigate a simple maze created with cones.
Safety Considerations:
- Supervision: Close adult supervision is essential throughout the course.
- Matting: Ensure adequate soft mat coverage to prevent injuries.
- Low Heights: Keep all climbing structures and obstacles at a safe height for young children.
- Soft Materials: Use only soft, pliable materials for the course.
- Clear Pathways: Ensure clear and unobstructed pathways throughout the course.
- Age-Appropriate: Adjust the difficulty of the course based on the children’s ages and abilities.
- Warm-up/Cool-down: Include a short warm-up and cool-down period with simple stretches.