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Johnny on the Pony

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PLAYERS
8+ (two teams)
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Outdoor
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

One team forms a line by bracing against a wall, each player bending forward and gripping the waist of the player in front.

2

Players on the other team take turns running and leaping onto the backs of the bent-over line, trying to land as far forward as possible.

3

Once everyone from the jumping team is aboard, they chant "Johnny on the pony, one two three" while the base team tries to hold steady.

4

If the base line collapses or a jumper touches the ground before the count finishes, the jumping team wins and stays on offense.

5

If the base line holds through the count, the teams switch roles for the next round.