A wheelbarrow race is a fun outdoor game that requires players to work in pairs. One player acts as the 'wheelbarrow' while the other is the 'driver.' The driver holds the handles of the wheelbarrow while the wheelbarrow places their hands on the ground and their feet on the handles. The pairs race towards the finish line, and the first pair to cross the finish line wins. Wheelbarrow races promote teamwork, coordination, and outdoor activity.
Here are the steps to play a wheelbarrow race:
- Divide the players into pairs. Each pair should consist of a 'wheelbarrow' and a 'driver.'
- The 'driver' should hold the handles of the wheelbarrow, while the 'wheelbarrow' places their hands on the ground and their feet on the handles.
- Line up all the pairs at the starting line.
- On the start signal, the 'drivers' must wheelbarrow their partners towards the finish line.
- The first pair to cross the finish line wins the race.
- To make the game more challenging, you can set up obstacles that pairs need to navigate through while remaining in the wheelbarrow position.
- You can also vary the distance between the starting line and the finish line to make the race longer or shorter.
- You can play a single race, or you can have multiple heats with the winning pairs from each heat competing in a final round to determine the ultimate winner.
Remember to always put safety first and supervise children while playing the game.