A collection of simple indoor recreational games
Looking for team-based games that can get everyone excited indoors? Indoor recreational activities that use open spaces and simple tools actually hide a lot of charm.
From easy games using familiar items like balloons and plastic bottles to idea-driven challenges that make the most of teamwork, we’ll introduce a variety of fun options.
Why not discover new ways to play with your friends and family? Welcome to the world of indoor recreation, where everyone can smile!
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Indoor games for children (11–20)
Card Flipping Game
A card-flipping game where you flip floor-laid cards to your team’s color.
First, lay out many two-sided cards on the floor, each side a different color.
At the start, make sure the same number of cards are face up for each color.
When the signal is given, flip any cards that aren’t your team’s color to turn them into your team’s color.
Even if the other team flips them back, you can re-flip as many times as you want within the time limit.
In the end, the team that has flipped more cards to their own color wins! It’s surprisingly active, so if you feel your child might not be getting enough exercise, give it a try.
Gorilla Game
Let me introduce a game that will have your class roaring with laughter: the Gorilla Game.
Choose one child in the classroom, and have them answer every question from the questioner with the word “Gorilla.” For example, if the question is, “What did you eat for breakfast today?” the child answers, “Gorilla.” Of course, the questioner should react with a funny comeback to the “Gorilla” answer.
This back-and-forth will make the kids burst into laughter.
Make sure the final question sets up a punchline.
Also, the questioner’s reactions are key—add some facial expressions to make it even more exciting.
Command Game
Let’s try a command game that’s sure to get the kids super excited! The rules are simple: when the teacher says, “Meirei meirei, I will do XX,” you must always follow that command.
Conversely, if the teacher says “Do XX” without prefacing it with “meirei meirei,” the correct response is not to follow that instruction—and if you do follow it, you’re out.
The judgment point is whether you remained completely still.
If you react even slightly to an incorrect instruction, you’re immediately out! Students who are disqualified should take a seat.
It’s a fun game that tests your split-second decision-making skills.
Yamanote Line game
Here’s a game where you clap in time and rattle off the stations on the Yamanote Line.
You can also try different prompts like animal names, flower names, and more.
If your answer doesn’t come out in rhythm, if you repeat something that’s already been said, or if you say something incorrect, you’re out.
It’s long been known by another name, “Kokon Tozai.” It’s a party game you can play anywhere, with any number of people, and without any props.
Whether you’ve played it before or not, give it a try!
Russian amidakuji
Get ready for big laughs with prepared penalties and rewards! Here are some ideas for a Russian-style Amidakuji.
Amidakuji is that lottery game where you draw two or more vertical lines on paper, hide labels like “win/lose” at the ends, and each person chooses a starting point to see where they end up, right? This time, let’s try a Russian Amidakuji with penalty games prepared.
The video we’re introducing shows four people playing, but it’s a game you can enjoy with excitement and suspense even with just two players!
Indoor games for children (21–30)
Color tag
Let’s learn colors in English! Here’s a color tag game idea.
Ask the tagger, “What color do you want?” The tagger answers, “I want [color]!” Players then find the specified color somewhere in the room and try to avoid being tagged.
It’s a simple game that helps you learn color names in English while moving your body, and it also develops reaction speed and attention.
With this method, you’ll naturally pick up English color vocabulary through play, gaining both fun and learning at the same time!
The cup game that requires cooperation
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♬ School Activity – Daily Music
You can only clear the game if everyone who joins works together! Here’s an idea for a cooperation-required cup game.
It’s great for strengthening class unity and building bonds.
It also takes little prep, so give it a try.
All you need are paper cups, a rubber band, and strings.
Tie one string per participant to the rubber band and you’re ready to go! Aim to clear the challenge by arranging or stacking the paper cups.
The key is controlling your strength!