Holey Tarpaulin
The “Holey Tarpaulin” is a dynamic and engaging team-building activity designed to foster collaboration, agility, and effective communication among participants. This activity revolves around the interaction between a tarpaulin with strategically placed holes and a set of balls. The primary goal is for the team to work together to prevent the balls from falling through the holes in the tarpaulin. This seemingly simple task becomes an exciting challenge as the holes are carefully positioned to test the team’s coordination and problem-solving abilities.
- Participants are divided into teams, with each team assigned to a section of the tarpaulin.
- The tarpaulin is suspended or laid flat on the ground, depending on the setup, with strategically placed holes of varying sizes.
- Each team’s objective is to keep the balls in play by maneuvering the tarpaulin to prevent them from falling through the holes.
- Teams must collaborate to make quick decisions about how to move, tilt, or stabilize the tarpaulin to achieve their goal.
- The challenge can have different levels of difficulty, with more holes or smaller holes added to increase complexity.
Applicable in Various Contexts:
The skills acquired in the Holey Tarpaulin Challenge can be translated into improved performance in the workplace, better project management, and more effective collaboration in any group setting.
The Holey Tarpaulin Challenge is a thrilling and educational team-building activity that encourages participants to embrace challenges, work together, and hone essential skills for success in various aspects of their lives. It’s a memorable and impactful addition to any team-building program.
Holey Tarpaulin
- 10-500
- Low
- In-Person
- 15-20 min
- Real-Life Applications
- Agility and Adaptability
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving situations
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