The organisation developed a set of marking stencils for primary and intermediate schools to use free of charge to paint games such as hopscotch, four square and twister around their grounds.
Sport Otago Active Schools facilitator Megan Balchin said she had been approached by several schools wanting playground markings and consequently developed the concept in conjunction with Covermarq, McFarlane Signs and ACE Shacklock Charitable Trust.
Interest had been high in the stencils, which had been booked until the end of the year. Schools could go on a waiting list to use them next year, she said.
"Studies have shown they can help reduce anti-social behaviour and bullying, so they can be so much more than simply a tool to brighten up the playground," Miss Balchin said.
The markings enabled children to be active during their breaks and help improve their fundamental movement skills, such as hand-eye co-ordination, spatial awareness and locomotor skills.
Markings also included a compass and clock and a map of New Zealand.
"We are trying to encourage teachers to bring the classroom out into the playground," she said.
The project will be launched at Arthur St School on Monday morning. A workshop will be held at the school on Wednesday afternoon to show different ways the stencils can be used.
