Pair-Light Green-Light

Double the Legs, Double the Trouble #

Players are paired up with one leg tied to their partner’s, three-legged race style. The game proceeds with traditional Red Light, Green Light rules, only now, the key to winning is synchronized coordination!

How to Play #

Players are split into teams (usually pairs) and tied together at the legs. One leader (the “caller”) stands at the end of the field and shouts “Green Light” to let players move and “Red Light” to make them freeze. Any team that continues moving after “Red Light” is called must return to the start. The first team to reach and tag the caller wins.

Variations

Three-Legged Teams of Three: Instead of pairs, tie three players together side by side using two ropes. This increases the difficulty and forces tighter coordination between teammates.

Rules #

Group Setup: Teams are made up of two or three players tied at the legs depending on the chosen format.

Movement Only on Green: Teams may move forward only when “Green Light” is called.

Freeze on Red: Any movement after “Red Light” is called sends the team back to the start.

No Jumping or Pulling: Players must move in sync; dragging teammates is not allowed.

Winning Condition: The first team to reach the caller and touch them wins the round.

Materials #

Materials Required

Ropes or Fabric Strips: Enough to tie pairs or trios of players together at the legs.
Field Markers: Cones or lines to mark the start and finish area.
Open Space: At least 50 feet of flat ground for the game zone.

Setup #

Setup Instructions:

Divide Into Teams: Create teams of 2 or 3 players, and tie them together at the ankles using ropes or cloth strips.
Set the Field: Mark the starting line and place the caller 50–100 feet away, depending on age and space.
Position Players: Have teams line up at the starting line, facing the caller.
Choose the Caller: One leader stands at the far end and shouts out “Green Light” and “Red Light” at random intervals.
Begin Play: When “Green Light” is called, teams move toward the caller. When “Red Light” is called, they must freeze. If any movement is seen, that team returns to the start.