Lion Tamer Obstacle Course

Obstacle courses develop multiple gross motor skills and following sequences.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Circus
• Learning area: Physical Development and Motor Skills
• Level: EYFS 3-4

Objectives

• Students will complete an obstacle course.
• Students will follow a sequence of physical activities.

Materials

• Cones
• Tunnels
• Hoops
• Balance beam
• Mats

Instructions

1. Set up a circus-themed obstacle course.

2. Explain each station: jump through hoops, crawl through tunnels.

3. Students complete the course as 'lion tamers in training.'

4. Time runs for extra challenge.

Educator tip

Demonstrate the course first and adjust for different abilities.

Assessment

Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Observe gross motor skills and sequence following.

More from EYFS Circus

• Pattern Circus Train
• Circus Story Sequencing
• Clown Name Writing
• Circus Addition Show
• Ticket Subtraction
• Counting in Tens – Circus Seats
• Circus Story Writing
• Rhyming Circus Words