Pull Together: Tug of War Fun for Little Champions

Few games are as simple, or as joyful, as tug of war. Two teams, one rope and a whole lot of cheering: it is a classic, and a favourite among young guests in our daily kids' activity programme.

The game begins one by one. Each child is invited to try a 1 vs 1 round, pulling against a friend of similar age and size while the others cheer, so everyone gets a feel for the rope before the team rounds begin. Then the children are divided into two teams, line up along the rope and, on the signal, pull together to bring the centre marker over their side. Our friendly team supervises every round, keeps teams balanced by age and size, and makes sure everyone gets a turn, so the focus stays on fun rather than winning.

Behind the laughter, there is plenty of good learning going on. Tug of war teaches children to listen, communicate and work as a team, because the rope only moves when everyone pulls together. It builds confidence, encourages healthy competition and offers a gentle lesson in winning and losing gracefully, all while burning off a generous amount of energy before dinner.

It is also a wonderful way to make friends. Children from different countries and backgrounds quickly find common ground when they are cheering on the same team, and the rope needs no shared language. Parents are welcome to cheer from the sidelines, and the smiles at the end of each round, win or lose, say it all.

Ask the Kids' Club team for the day's activity schedule, and because the Kids Club is temporarily based at the Garden Wing Lobby until 15 December, check where each activity will take place. Pull on your trainers, find your team and get ready for a few minutes of pure, friendly rivalry at Prime Plaza Suites Sanur.