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About this activity
Pillowcase Relay Race uses clean pillowcases as safe indoor ‘sacks’. Mark start and finish lines with tape, hop in short bursts, and swap at the halfway mark for sibling teams. After-school energy burner that needs almost no kit and works for school-holiday parties when outdoor space is limited.
Print & play
Download the Pillowcase Race Scorecard sheet
A simple scorecard for pillowcase relay races — track heats, team names, and personal best hop times indoors.
View Pillowcase Race ScorecardMaterials needed
- One clean pillowcase per child
- Masking tape for start/finish
- Clear hallway or living-room lane
Preparation time
3 minutes
How to play
- 1Tape a start line and a finish line about three to five metres apart on a clear floor.
- 2Each child steps both feet into a pillowcase and holds the top edges at waist height.
- 3On ‘go’, hop to the finish, tag the wall, then hop back — no running outside the case.
- 4For teams, use a halfway tape mark and swap pillowcases with a partner for a relay.
- 5Cool down with three slow hops each, then fold pillowcases and put them away.
Learning benefits
CoordinationTurn-takingSportsmanshipGross motor skills
Best for
Tags
indoorfreeactiveage-5KS1KS2after-schoolschool holidaysrainy-daysummer heat
Seasons
all yearsummer
Occasions
rainy dayafter schoolschool holidaypartysummer heat
Key stages
KS1KS2
Weather
RainyHotColdAny Weather
Safety note
Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.
