Tug of War Rope Hire
This is our Massive Official full Length tournament Tug O War Rope, supplied with flags and distance markers and measures a whopping 36 Meters approx 120ft long with a approx diameter 10cm, All our Tug-of-war ropes come with official markings for use with sports days, event's, fun competitions, picnic or corporate day and Family BBQ's.
The object of the game is for one of the two teams to try and over power and pull the other team over the line before the over team manages to do the same to you.
We can also supply member of staff to supervise / referee to ensure fair play at all times.
Giant Garden Games are a proven way to boost the following:
Co-operation, Co-ordination, Communication, Strength, Teamwork, Technique.
Ideal for team building days and company fun days. Bringing every-one together regardless of rank or position. Or even as an ice breaker!
Great fun for all ages, but take care mixing ages and sizes
What are the Origins of Tug of war?
The origins are not known exactly, It originally might of been been a ritual or religious contest.
There are no specific time and place documented in history to place the origin of the game. The pulling on the rope originates from ancient ceremonies and rituals. Evidence is found around the world in countries like India, New Guinea, Egypt, Myanmar, and all over South America.
Tug Of War in India has strong archaeological roots going back at least to the 12th Century AD in the area what is today the State of Orissa on the east coast. The famous Sun Temple of Konark has a stone relief on the west wing of the structure clearly showing the game of Tug of War in progress.