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The 6 Amazing Benefits of Playing
01 Jul 2022

7 Indoor Physical Activities for Toddlers

What are the best indoor physical activities for toddlers?

  1. Obstacle course

  2. Hula-hooping

  3. Ball games

  4. Hide and Seek

  5. Dancing to music

  6. Target practice

  7. Ride-on cars


Toddlers are a very active bunch, making regular physical activity a must to burn their near-boundless energy. They love to explore, move around, and try new things. Physical activity also helps them learn plenty of basic yet essential skills. But, making sure your toddler gets moving can be a challenge on days you can’t go out. 


To make this a little easier for you, we’ve compiled the best indoor physical activities for toddlers. These options will help make sure your little ones get their daily dose of active play, even when they’re just at home. 


Obstacle course


One great way to keep your toddler entertained and active for hours is to build an obstacle course. Get creative, and commandeer all the furniture and props you need to build a toddler-appropriate obstacle course. 


For example, you could create a pillow mound for them to climb up and down on, followed by a small tunnel made from blankets and chairs, and so on. Just make sure to clear out their path so that they don’t stumble or trip while going through the obstacle course! 


Hula-hooping



If you have the space for it, hula hooping is another option for your toddlers. Hula hooping is a great way to encourage your toddler’s coordination, flexibility, and gross motor skills. This is because it entails toddlers learning how to purposefully wiggle their hips, move back and forth, and gain range of motion in all their big joints. They learn all this, and have loads of fun at the same time! Try this activity at home with Funtastic Stuff’s colorful Hula Hoops.

Ball games


Ball games are simple enough for even young toddlers to grasp, and help them develop both their fine and gross motor skills. So, clear out a space for them, set up our Basketball Set, and start showing your toddler how to use it!


Encourage them to try and shoot the ball from a short distance. They’ll get lots of exercise from throwing and chasing around the ball. Or, you can use the ball and roll it back and forth to each other. Extend the activity by trying to pass and catch the ball with one hand, or with your eyes closed.


Hide and Seek



Hide and seek is a classic game for you and your toddler to try at home. It’s easy and quite exciting for toddlers. That said, some children can get frightened if they can’t find you after a few minutes, so exercise caution when playing this game. Try hiding in obvious areas, or with parts of your body visible. This makes it much easier for them to find you and makes them more confident in playing. 


When it’s your kid’s turn to hide, take time to explain the places they shouldn’t go to — particularly where they can get stuck or hurt. For example, tell them they shouldn’t hide behind the fridge, or inside your washing machine. You can also limit the game to one or two rooms to keep track of where they are at all times.


Dancing to music


Dancing is a great activity for toddlers — they’re naturally inclined to music, and love to groove and move their bodies along to it. So, turn on some catchy tunes and get dancing with your child! 


You can also try pumping up this little dance party with some props. For example, give them this Drum Set and let them try to follow along with the beat. Or, equip them with these fun Pink Pom Poms if they love to dance! The key is to get them moving by making dancing more interactive and fun.


Target practice



To play this game, all you need is some targets — like empty water bottles, stuffed toys, or anything that you don’t mind getting hit or falling to the floor — and an Archery Set from Funtastic Stuff. 


Set up your targets on a table, and make sure it’s not near anything delicate, like electronics or vases. Designate a starting line at a distance from the targets, but don’t set it too far. You want a distance that’s challenging but not too difficult for your toddler. They will definitely get tuckered out from drawing their kiddie bow, going back and forth retrieving their targets, and setting them back up. 


Ride-on cars


Ride-on cars are a good option, even for younger toddlers. Manual ones, like our Ride-on Spin World, only need your toddler to sit upright, kick their legs, and steer to get moving. 


As simple as it is to use, this toy gives them plenty of physical activity, while stimulating their need for exploration and discovery. They learn new things about their surroundings, and develop a sense of independence, too.


And, as they maneuver the steering wheel and push themselves forward, it helps develop your kid’s muscles and physical strength. So, try to encourage them to ride these toys every day! 


Key Takeaway


Keeping your toddler active—and entertained—is no easy task, especially when you’re indoors. But, with our list of the best indoor physical activities for toddlers, you’ll have more than enough options to choose from!


Need more props and playthings to fuel your child’s excitement at home? Shop now at Funtastic Stuff! We have the best toys for sale in the Philippines — with hundreds of options for toddlers to choose from.