I remember enjoying rope balance games as a child. I decided to make a variation of one I did and try it with our kids. They had a lot of fun practicing their balance and trying to knock each other off balance.
Rope Balance Game:
You Will Need:
- A piece of rope
- Two equal size sturdy things to balance on. We used Gonge River Stones (which we also use for obstacle courses and other games).
Play with two players at a time (or sets of two players each.) Set your stones (or other balancing object) a few feet apart and give one end of the rope to each player. Have them hold the rope with one hand so there is some slack on the end. Start with two feet on the stone and on the count of three, have them each pull trying to knock the other player off balance. Once they have mastered two feet, have them try one foot. This game can be played indoors or out on a soft surface. I found that it is harder than it sounds as they are not used to balancing while someone is pulling on them.
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Amanda Boyarshinov says
We could do this on two stumps, although the boys may get a little wild – he he he.
Theresa says
Hi Amanda.
That would be fun!
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Meredith says
So fun! I bet my kids would love it… although my little guy wouldn't stand much of a chance against big sister!
Lindsey @ SongbirdandaNerd.com says
What a great idea! Would love to do it in my special ed classroom.
Theresa says
Hi Meredith.
That is very true! Being older and taller is a huge advantage.
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shelah moss says
This is such a great game for building gross motor and balancing skills. I bet the kids loved it!
Theresa says
Thank you Lindsey.
I think it would be perfect for the classroom. I hope your students enjoy it.
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Theresa says
Thank you Shelah.
They had a lot of fun. Standing on one foot and pulling at the same time was a challenge for them.
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WorkingMomMagic says
My kids would love this! What a cool idea for a game!
Danielle Buckley says
My son would totally love this! We will have to give it a go.
Theresa says
Thank you Working Mom Magic!
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Theresa says
Hi Danielle.
I hope your son enjoys it.
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Growing Book by Book says
Oh my boys would think this was fun, fun, fun.
Mary Catherine says
Oh, I can see my preschoolers doing this outside on the playground (we have tree stumps there). What a fun idea!!!!
Natasha Johnson says
All of my girls would think this would be fun. I can just see themore trying pulling each other off. Yup, I'm gonna get them to do this,they need a good tugging game.
Theresa says
Hi Mary Catherine.
That would be fun to try with tree stumps.
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Theresa says
Hi Natasha.
You crack me up! I hope they enjoy it.
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Theresa says
Hi Growing Book by Book.
I hope your boys enjoy it.
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Jenjo Games says
The rope balance game which you have shared sounds really interesting for all kids. Perfect way to keep them entertained for long hours, while enjoying this game. This activity will definitely develop physical strength as well as balance skills of kids in a fun way. Thanks for making indoor play a lot more enjoyable for my little ones..