Helicopter
- Players: 5 – 15
- Duration: 10 - 15 min
- Average cost: $3
How to play
Players form a circle around one person holding a long rope (or a rope with a soft beanbag tied to the end). The center player spins, sweeping the rope around the circle at ankle height like a helicopter blade, while everyone jumps over it as it passes. If the rope touches your feet, you're out — or you take over as the spinner. As the round goes on, the spinner can raise the height slightly or speed up. Last jumper standing wins.
What you'll need
- Long rope ↗
- Soft beanbag (optional, tied to rope end)
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