The Olympics have started, and we want to give you some free gold from Grow! ?
Okay, it’s not gold, but great events are basically gold in ministry. So, to help you celebrate the Olympics with your group, we’re giving away one of our favorite student events, World Record, for free! Just download the PDF to get your copy.
And if you’re looking for our kids event, Go For the Gold, head here!
Inside this event, you’ll find everything you need to feel the spirit of competition in your youth ministry. We’ve designed a series of challenges to make you think, work, and laugh together. Your students will compete with hobby horses, pool noodles, and lightsabers in this fight for glory!
Want a rundown of each event? You’ll get activity guides, shopping lists, and more for these events…
- MAKE YOUR OWN JAVELIN TOSS: Teams will compete to construct and throw their own javelin as far as they possibly can.
- NO WATER POLO: A dehydrated version of this classic Olympic sport of throwing the ball into the net.
- BALLOON TENNIS: Teams will compete to score points without bursting any balloons in this simplified take on tennis.
- LIGHTSABER FENCING: Teams will display their lightsaber-wielding skills in this free-for-all game.
- THE BALANCE BEAM: Teams will win points by being the best at keeping their balance as they walk with books on their heads.
- DISCUS GOLF: Teams will take turns throwing Hula Hoops to try and wrap their hoop around the target in fewer moves than the other teams.
- SUPER CURLING: Teams will work together to try and get a giant exercise ball as close to a target as possible while the other teams work together to throw it off course.
- LONG JUMP CHALLENGE: Teams will roll tennis balls over a ramp and try to get them to land in the furthest bucket possible.
- HOBBY HORSE OBSTACLE COURSE: Students will race on hobby horses through a customized obstacle course to win team points.
- ULTIMATE TRIATHLON: A scooter swim, three-legged race, and tricycle ride make up the three stages of this final event!
But the Olympics are about more than just the games. It’s the environment and energy that helps it all come to life! Inside this free youth ministry event, you’ll also find tips for decorating your space, Olympic-themed giveaways, and themed ideas for snacks and food.
So, if you’re ready to show off your Olympic spirit, here’s what to do next.
1. DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE EVENT. Grab your copy of World Record and take a look at all of the activity guides, graphics, and other resources we’ve included.
2. CHOOSE YOUR EVENTS. Browse through each event and make a list of all the supplies you’ll need. (Pro Tip: You can host World Record as a single event or pull apart the activities to make it an ongoing competition!)
3. COLLECT YOUR DECORATIONS. Plan out your environment and buy all the decorations you need for your Olympic party.
4. SET YOUR DATE. This might be the most important step! Choose your date and let your group know what’s happening!
5. SET A WORLD RECORD. Play some games and make new memories with your students!
We can’t wait to see how you use World Record in your youth ministry, so be sure to tag @stuffyoucanuse on social media!
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