Flying Bird Games

The flying bird game was the second most popular game in the Aztec community. This game resulted in many more injuries that ball games. It is also referred to as "Volador". 

The goal of the game is to see who is the best flying bird. The players dress up in costumes that are designed to look like eagles. They had beaks and colorful feathers. The game was extremely dangerous. 

First, competitors had to climb a pole that ranged from 60 to 90 feet high. At the top, each player ties a rope to the top of the pole. They had to keep a grip on the rope by holding their legs tightly together against the rope. Then, they would push off the pole and swing upside down in the surrounding area. Points were scored for style, costume design, and speed. The purpose of the game was that the players looked like flying eagles, which many people gathered to watch.