Minefield

Players guide their blindfolded partners through a "minefield" of random objects

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    Mark out a zone about 10sqm and lay out a random array of small obstacles like cones, plastic bottles & hoops.

  • Step 2.

    All players pair up and 1 player is blindfolded.

  • Step 3.

    The blindfolded player's partner must them guide him/her across the "minefield" without stepping on any obstacles using only verbal instructions.

  • Step 4.

    The blindfolded player may not speak and the partner must not enter the minefilled area.

  • Step 5.

    Pairs may go in turn or all together as a race

  • The Winner

    Fastest pair to cross the minefield, or the last pair to be eliminated.

The Details

  • Location: Outdoor (or hall)
  • Ages: 2-6 years, 7-11 years, 12-16 years, 18 years or older
  • Team: Yes
  • Physical: Yes
  • Average Duration: 5-15 minutes, 16-30 minutes
  • Cost: £0-£1
  • Occasion: Family Party, Children's Party
  • Essential Equipment - Other: Assorted small objects (cones, bottles etc)
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy