Fill their lungs with air and let the breeze blow through their hair - that’s what childhood is all about. Here are 15 ludicrously fun chasing games to get those little legs moving.
1. Cat and mouse
The aim of this active game is to help the mouse escape the clutches of the playful cat. There will be squeals of excitement!
- See here for the rules of the Cat and mouse game.
2. Flashlight tag
This night-time twist on a traditional game of tag promises plenty of exercise and a massive adrenalin rush.
- See here for the rules of the Flashlight tag game.
3. What’s the time Mr Wolf?
Who will be caught by the hungry wolf at dinner time? This is all about survival of the quickest!
- See here for the rules of the What’s the time Mr Wolf game.
4. Hospital tag
Get tagged three times and you’re out! This hilarious chasing game will give the kids a belly laugh like nothing else.
- See here for the rules of the Hospital tag game.
5. Thief
Can you steal the lollies from the blindfolded keeper? In this game your powers of stealth and trickery will really be put to the test.
- See here for the rules of the Thief game.
6. Hose head
Now for an active chasing game that is also a complete giggle fest! Just try and keep a straight face when everyone has a pair of tights on their head.
- See here for the rules of the Hose head game.
7. Superhero chasey
Even caped crusaders love to run amok outdoors, playing chasing games. And this energetic game is proof!
- See here for the rules of the Superhero chasey game.
8. Chain tag
Get tagged in this game of chase and capture, and you’ll be put straight to work on the chain gang. Here, laughing is not only permitted - it’s a necessity.
- See here for the rules of the Chain tag game.
9. Duck, duck, goose
Whether you’re a duck or a goose, you are guaranteed to cheer, clap and scream your way through this thrilling game of chase.
- See here for the rules of the Duck, duck, goose game.
10. Annie Annie over
What do you get when you add a ball to an already exhilarating chasing game? A whole lot of extra fun!
- See here for the rules of the Annie Annie over game.
11. Stuck in the mud
Loved by kids the world over, this classic active outdoor game just never seems to get old.
- See here for the rules of the Stuck in the mud game.
12. Blind man’s bluff
You might not be able to see in this game of tag, but if you’re quiet you just might hear your opponents or perhaps even smell their fear!
See here for the rules of the Blind man’s bluff game.
13. Capture the flag
Find your opponents hidden flag and your team will be victorious. But get caught in the process and victory might get snatched away.
- See here for the rules of the Capture the flag game.
14. Fire on the mountain
Speed is the key to winning this high intensity running game. Be quick, find a partner or you’ll be out!
- See here for the rules of the Fire on the mountain game.
15. Fox and geese
You can run but you cannot hide. This creative game requires you to think strategically to avoid being tagged.
- See here for the rules of the Fox and geese game.
