The Captain’s Coming

A nautical themed, rapid-fire action game where youth must follow themed commands given by the "Captain" or face elimination.

📍 Location 🏠 Indoor
📐 Space Small space
⏱ Setup 5 min
🎯 Play time 15 min
👥 Group size 6–30 players
🎒 Age group Joeys, Cubs
The Captain’s Coming

Equipment Required

None needed

How to Play

  • The Setup: The hall is designated as a giant pirate ship. The front of the hall is Bow, the back is Stern, the left is Port, and the right is Starboard.

  • The Commands: The Leader (The Captain) calls out various commands that the youth must immediately act out:

    • “The Captain’s Coming!” – Everyone stops, salutes, and shouts “Aye Aye Captain!”. They cannot move or break the salute until the leader says “Ease Springs”.

    • “Port / Starboard / Bow / Stern” – Everyone runs to that specific wall.

    • “Scrub the Deck” – Drop to hands and knees and mimic scrubbing the floor.

    • “Climb the Rigging” – Stand in place and mimic climbing a ladder.

    • “Shark Attack!” – Youth must get both feet completely off the floor (climbing onto chairs, the stage, or balance benches) within 5 seconds.

  • Elimination: Anyone who performs the wrong action, runs the wrong way, or moves during the Captain’s salute is out.

Scout Skills & Values

Communication Physical Activity
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