Agents-in-training must navigate a tangled web of “laser beams” (aka string) without setting off any alarms. Twist, duck, stretch, and sneak your way through the labyrinth without touching a single line! Stealth, speed, and flexibility are your best tools
This one may take a little extra time to set up, but the giggles, ninja moves, and epic mission vibes make it 100% worth it. Perfect for rainy days, spy-themed parties, or when your kids need to move.
Mission accepted? Let the agility training begin.
What you’ll need:
- String, ribbon or wool to act as you ‘laser beam’
- A couple of solid objects to loop the string around, think table legs and chairs. ( we did ours out side with a climbing frame and trampoline)
- Alternatively you can use painters tape (masking tape) and tape lines on to the floor, this can be better for younger kids where string may be a trip hazard or if using the activity as a team work challenge.
Ideas to try:
- Place an object, favorite toy or chocolatey prize in the center of the labyrinth that the secret agent needs to retrieve without touching the laser.
- Complete a time trial: Set a timer and see how fast each agent can make it through. Can they beat their personal best or complete the mission before the countdown hits zero
- Make the course a two-way challenge, get to the end, retrieve the object, then navigate back through without touching a string. Double the fun!
- Make it harder by instructing agents that every time someone touches a “laser,” they must freeze for 5 seconds before continuing. This adds suspense and slows down the speedsters!
- Work on those team building skills by getting kids to work i pairs, two agents go together, one blindfolded, one giving directions. Can they trust each other to get through safely?
- Instruct kids they need to be in stealth mode, agents must complete the course in total silence. If they make a noise (giggles included!), it’s back to the start.
Find the link to the full activity PDF below
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