[For Kids] Exciting Class-vs-Class Games: Team Competition Activities
Looking for team-based games that will get everyone excited indoors with your friends? We’ve gathered a variety of cooperative indoor games—like creative twists on the classic charades, flipping races, and telephone—that teams can enjoy together! With simple rules that let you start right away, these games are sure to bring out smiles all around.
Indoor games that deepen team bonds while letting each person’s individuality shine.
Let’s sync up and have fun together!
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Rock-Paper-Scissors / Tag (1–10)
Cops and Robbers (also known as Keidoro/Dorokei)
Cops and Robbers goes by various names depending on the region.
The name “Keidoro” is short for “keisatsu” (police) and “dorobō” (thief).
Players split into a police team and a thief team; the thieves run away.
When the police catch a thief, they take them to a predetermined place called the jail.
Even if a thief is caught, they can escape again if a teammate comes and tags them.
The game ends when all members of the thief team have been caught.
Don Janken
Let me introduce a game called Don-Janken that kids and adults can enjoy.
Divide into two teams, and the team that reaches the opponent’s territory first wins.
When you do rock-paper-scissors, the chant is “Don janken pon!” The great thing about this idea is that it requires almost no preparation and is fun even with a large group.
However, because players may get overly focused on winning, disputes can arise near the territory lines, so it’s best for adults to make the final call on wins and losses.
Give it a try!
Tamaire Hoop Rock-Paper-Scissors
Spice things up with items! Here’s a game called Hoop Toss Rock-Paper-Scissors.
When you think of ball-toss games, many people probably picture school sports days.
This time, let’s try a version you can easily set up indoors.
You’ll need colored balls and a small hula hoop.
As an introduction to the activity, it’s a good idea to give some free play time where participants can freely toss balls into the hula hoop.
Eventually, the game evolves so that the person who wins rock-paper-scissors within each group gets the role of throwing the ball into the hoop.
Feel free to adapt and arrange the game as you like.
Circuit Play × Tail Tag
Let me introduce a tail-chase game combined with a circuit play setup that’s sure to heat things up.
First, decide the area where players can run, then place vaulting boxes, mats, and other obstacles within that area to create the field.
Runners try to escape by dashing around the field while avoiding the obstacles.
The chaser tries to catch up and grab the tail, but the obstacles might get in the way and make it hard to move forward as planned.
The obstacles add excitement to the game.
When setting them up, be sure to secure enough space and enjoy safely to prevent injuries.
Rock-Paper-Scissors / Tag (11–20)
Rock-Paper-Scissors Dash
This is a game that tests your reaction speed: you look at the result of rock-paper-scissors and instantly switch to actions that match each outcome.
The winner becomes the attacker and chases the opponent, while the loser takes on defense and runs away to avoid being caught—roles that must be decided in a split second.
Even if you’re fast at running, you might lose at rock-paper-scissors, so having a balanced set of strengths might be important.
It’s also recommended to experiment by tweaking your approach little by little—for example, adopting a stance during rock-paper-scissors that makes it easier to burst into a sprint.
Cooperative Rock-Paper-Scissors Activity
Enjoy it in your spare moments or during breaks! Here are some cooperative rock-paper-scissors activities.
When you hear “rock-paper-scissors,” you probably think of a game that decides winners and losers.
This time, let’s try a unique twist with cooperative rock-paper-scissors.
Ideas include “Rock-Paper-Scissors Pyramid” and “Queen of Scissors.” Both are team-based games for children, so they’re great for strengthening relationships within a class or group.
Treasure-catching game
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Who will win—the police or the thieves? Let me introduce a game about stealing treasure.
Through the roles of thief and police, players cooperate with teammates to plan and execute strategies while developing quick decision-making skills.
Thieves sneak past the police to carry the treasure, and the police dash around to catch the thieves.
With a perfect balance of competition and cooperation, kids will be fully engaged while getting plenty of exercise.
The rules are simple, and everyone who joins the game will feel the thrill and excitement!