Hug Tag

Instructions for the leader

Define a large, clear play area. Designate 1–5 players to be "It." Establish the hugging rule: players are safe from being tagged if they are hugging at least one other person, or three. Players who are "It" tag others by lightly touching their arm or shoulder. A tagged player trades roles with "It." Hugs must be broken after a few seconds (e.g., a count to five). Players who are "It" cannot wait near hugging groups for them to separate.