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Living Room Obstacle Course

Build a safe indoor obstacle course with cushions, tape, and chairs when outdoor play is not an option for UK families.

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About this activity

Create an active challenge using household items. Children crawl, balance, step, and stretch through a course that can be adapted for age and space. Supervise closely, remove hazards first, and let children redesign one station for a second round.

Materials needed

  • Cushions
  • Chairs
  • Masking tape
  • Soft toys

Preparation time

10 minutes

How to play

  1. 1Clear hazards and choose soft obstacles.
  2. 2Create stations such as crawl, balance, step, and toss.
  3. 3Walk children through the route first.
  4. 4Let them redesign one station for a second round.

Learning benefits

BalanceCoordinationPlanningConfidence

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Tags

activeindoormovementrainy dayage-4obstacle coursefree

Seasons

all year

Occasions

rainy dayafter schoolschool holiday

Key stages

EYFSKS1

Weather

RainyColdAny Weather

Safety note

Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.

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