Hula hoop games

Supplies

• 4–10 hula hoops (more if available)

• Open space (hall, turf, or field)

• Optional: cones, music, stopwatches, beanbags

1. Hula Hoop Pass

Players: 6+How to Play:

• Everyone holds hands in a circle with one hoop hanging over two joined hands.

• Without letting go, the group must pass the hoop around the circle by wriggling through it.

• Time it or race other teams!

2. Hula Hoop Tag

Players: 4+How to Play:

• One or two taggers try to tag others.

• If a player is inside a hula hoop on the ground, they are safe – but only for 5 seconds!

• Move hoops every few minutes to keep it challenging.

3. Hoop Toss

Players: 2+How to Play:

• Set up cones or buckets as targets.

• Players take turns tossing hoops over the targets.

• Score points for each successful ring.

4. Hoop Obstacle Course

Players: AnyHow to Play:

• Lay hoops in a line or zigzag for jumping.

• Add tasks like “spin 3 times,” “crawl through,” or “balance inside for 10 seconds.”

• Great for circuits or timed challenges.

5. Spin Challenges

Players: Solo or groupHow to Play:

• See who can spin the hoop the longest on their waist, arm, or leg.

• Add music and do dance moves while hooping for extra fun!

Other Information

• Great for both high-energy and calming activities.

• Encourages coordination, teamwork, balance, and rhythm.

• Easy to adapt for all ages and group sizes.