Rules for Balloon Games (Common Variants)

"Balloon game" covers many activities. Here are rules for the most popular versions:

1. Balloon Volleyball

• Setup: String/rope across room (net height ~5 ft). Teams 2+ per side.
• Play: Hit balloon over net with hands/forearms. No catching/holding.
• Scoring: Rally scoring (point on every rally). Balloon hits floor = point for other team.
• Win: First to 15/21, win by 2.

2. Balloon Stomp (Battle)

• Setup: Balloon tied to each ankle (string ~12"). Boundary marked.
• Play: Players stomp others' balloons while protecting own. Hands allowed only for balance.
• Elimination: Popped balloon = out. Last with intact balloon wins.

3. Balloon Keep-Up (Co-op)

• Group: Circle. 1 balloon (add more for difficulty).
• Rule: Keep balloon off floor using any body part. No double-hits (optional).
• Goal: Max consecutive hits / time.

4. Balloon Relay Races

• Between Knees: Waddle to cone and back; pass to next.
• Over/Under: Line passes balloon over head, under legs alternately.
• Fan Propulsion: Use paper plate fan to blow balloon along course.

5. Balloon Pop (Quiz / Dare)

• Insert written questions/dares into balloons before inflating.
• Pop to reveal; answer or perform.

Safety

• Latex allergy? Use Mylar/foil balloons.
• Supervise young children—popped fragments are choking hazards.
• No balloons near eyes/face during stomp.