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Tangled worms

Number of participants: the whole class, two or more groups

Necessary equipment: tatami or carpets, stopwatch

Skills: getting used to proximity, finding a good hold, strength, combat skills

We designate a group(s) of worms and a group(s) to entangle them. The worms lie down on each other in a designated area facing down. They try to get as tangled as possible.

The other group comes and tries to entangle the worms. They should get the worms out one by one and pull them out of the game area.

Aim: get out the worms as fast as they can

Rules:

  1. It is forbidden to stretch the head backwards.
  2. It is forbidden to push anything on the face (eyes, ears, lips, etc)
  3. It is forbidden to twist the arms, legs or fingers.
  4. It is forbidden to apply pressure to the spine.