I’ve written a ‘treasure hunt’ style activity which gets the children moving around the house, completing different fitness exercises. Simply grab some pieces of paper and a pen, write down the different fitness ‘clues’ and hide the trail around the house at the different locations for them to discover. (Or if you have a printer you’re more than welcome to print off the document attached where it’s all written for you ready to go!). Feel free to adapt the number and time-lengths of the activities to suit the age and stamina of your child. You could even repeat it with different exercises or get the children to change it themselves; if they’re really creative they could make their own!
Fitness House Hunt
- (START) Exercise is fun to do. By the sofa is your first clue.
- Do 10 sit ups on the floor. Then go and look on the bathroom door.
- 10 jumping jacks and show you’re keen. Then head straight to the washing machine.
- Touch your toes and then your head (x10). Make your way up to your bed.
- For 20 seconds, make a bridge. Run down the stairs to reach the fridge.
- 20 seconds: hold the plank position. Quickly skip to the television.
- Do 10 push ups on the ground. Jump to where your shoes are found.
- Complete 10 squats at a steady pace. Find a mirror to look at your face.
- 30 seconds: hold a balanced pose. Move to the place that stores your clothes.
- Do 10 burpees jumping up high. Go to the lounge window to see the sky.
- Admire the view- you are the best. Now grab a seat and take a rest!
Fitness House Hunt (This also includes a letter which each clue, so once they’ve completed each activity they’ll discover the hidden message!)
Did they enjoy it? They could time themselves and see if they can beat their score the next time!
