Activity/Supplies Location: The Park
Gaga Ball is a popular and high-energy game played inside an enclosed Gaga Ball pit. Here’s a description of how to play Gaga Ball:
- Setup:
- Create a circular or octagonal Gaga Ball pit using walls or boundaries, typically made of wood or other durable materials.
- The size of the pit can vary, but it is often around 20-30 feet in diameter.
- The floor of the pit is typically covered with a soft surface like sand or rubberized flooring.
- Gameplay:
- Players enter the Gaga Ball pit and stand around the perimeter, placing their hands on the walls.
- A referee or designated person throws the ball into the center of the pit to start the game.
- Once the ball touches the ground, players can begin to hit it with an open hand or closed fist, trying to hit it at or below waist level.
- Hitting and Aiming:
- Players aim to hit the ball at other players below the waist level, with the intention of getting them out of the game.
- The ball must be hit with an open hand or closed fist. No catching or throwing the ball is allowed.
- Players can only hit the ball once before it touches the ground or another surface.
- Ball Movement and Bouncing:
- The ball should stay within the boundaries of the pit. If the ball bounces out of the pit, players can retrieve it and throw it back into play.
- When the ball bounces off a wall, it remains in play, and players continue hitting it.
- Elimination and Continuing Play:
- If a player is hit by the ball below the waist or touches the ball with any part of their body above the waist, they are eliminated from the game.
- Eliminated players must exit the pit, and the game continues without them.
- Gameplay Continuation:
- The game continues until only one player remains. This player is declared the winner.
Gaga Ball is known for its fast-paced and inclusive gameplay, suitable for players of various ages and skill levels. It emphasizes quick reflexes, agility, and strategic movement. Enjoy the thrilling and action-packed experience of playing Gaga Ball in the pit!
