Gymnastics Jam

Gymnastics Jam is a backyard activities that lets your kids show off their tumbling skills. Watch them excel at their own Olympic events.

How to Play Gymnastics Jam

What You'll Need:

• Flat, Open Field of Grass
• Sidewalk
• Chalk
  
• 3 x 5 Notecards
• Pens or Pencils

Step One: Draw a make-believe balance beam on your sidewalk with chalk. The make up silly steps, hops and twirls, somersault your way across a grassy field, and dangle from your swingset rings.

Step Two: Then have your friends score your routines by holding up numbered cards from one to ten. Take turns being an athlete and a judge.

Looking for more outdoor fun? Try:

• Outdoor Games for Kids
• Outdoor Activities for Kids
• Summer Crafts
• Kids' Crafts
• Kids' Activities

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