Dodge Ball

Two teams at opposite ends of a large area try to strike an opponents body with a ball to eliminate them one by one.

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    Designate a playing area of about 20 by 15m, and make the half way point.

  • Step 2.

    Two teams assemble at opposite ends, with 6-10 balls on the half way line.

  • Step 3.

    On the whistle players run for the balls and aim to hit an opponent's legs or body, putting them out of the game.

  • Step 4.

    Eliminated players should help to collect stray balls for teammates

  • The Winner

    The last team to have all it's players eliminated

The Details

  • Location: Outdoor (or hall)
  • Ages: 2-6 years, 7-11 years, 12-16 years
  • Team: Yes
  • Physical: Yes
  • Average Duration: 5-15 minutes, 16-30 minutes
  • Cost: £0-£1
  • Occasion: Family Party, Children's Party
  • Essential Equipment: Ball or Balloon
  • Essential Equipment - Other: Soft balls
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy