Masterplay Folding Hurdle

A versatile folding hurdle for athletics, agility and movement activities in schools and clubs. Easy to set up using hook-and-loop fastenings, each hurdle can be weighted with a bean bag for additional stability and folds down for convenient storage. Available in two heights and as a set of four or bag of 12.

Key benefits

• Easy to set up using hook-and-loop fastenings

• Folding design supports convenient handling and storage

• Can be weighted with a bean bag for additional stability

• Available in two heights to suit different ages and activities

• Mixed colours help create visible and engaging activity layouts

• Available as a set of four or a bag of 12 

Educational value

• Supports the development of speed, agility and coordination

• Helps pupils practise hurdling, jumping and controlled movement

• Encourages balance, spatial awareness and changes of direction

• Different heights allow activities to be adapted for pupils with different abilities

• Suitable for individual challenges, relay races and group circuits

About athletics

• Athletics includes running, jumping and throwing disciplines

• Hurdling is a track activity in which athletes run while clearing a series of evenly spaced barriers

• Effective hurdling combines speed, rhythm, balance and coordination

• Training hurdles can help pupils practise stride patterns and obstacle clearance

• Hurdles can also be incorporated into agility courses, movement circuits and relay activities

Suggested uses

• Introducing pupils to hurdling activities

• Practising running rhythm and stride patterns

• Creating jumping and agility circuits

• Supporting relay races and team challenges

• Developing changes of direction and controlled movement

• Preparing pupils for athletics lessons and school sports days

Set-up and use

• Open the hurdle and secure it using the hook-and-loop fastenings

• Check that the hurdle is correctly formed and stable before use

• Place a bean bag on the base when additional stability is required

• Position hurdles with suitable spacing for the age and ability of participants

• Fold the hurdles down after use for convenient storage

Safety information

• Position the hurdles on a clear, level and suitable activity surface

• Ensure each hurdle is secured correctly before beginning the activity

• Use suitable spacing between hurdles for the age and ability of participants

• Keep running and landing areas clear of unused equipment

• Inspect the hurdle and hook-and-loop fastenings for damage before each session

• Remove damaged equipment from use immediately

• Hurdling and agility activities should take place under appropriate supervision

Available options

• 30cm high, set of 4

• 30cm high, bag of 12

• 50cm high, set of 4

• 50cm high, bag of 12

Specifications

• Folding athletics and agility hurdle

• Secured using hook-and-loop fastenings

• Can be weighted with a bean bag for additional stability

• Supplied in mixed colours

• Colours may vary

• Available quantities: set of 4 or bag of 12

• Available heights: 30cm and 50cm