Name & Purpose: Body Surfing is a group rolling activity that builds trust and physical coordination. One player is carried across the group by everyone rolling in sync. a.k.a.: Log Roll, Human Rollers, Wave Ride Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 10–16 years / 10–20 players / 15–20 minutes / Flat soft grass or gym mats — …
Read MoreTrust Activities
These activities are intended to provide participants with an experience that facilitates trust, teamwork, and support.
Before attempting any trust activities, the group should spend time creating a foundation of trust that begins with a basic level of comfort with the other group members. Generally, trust activities should be done after the group has been introduced to one another, and spent some time participating in various ice breakers and other initiatives. If you introduce trust activities before there is a basic comfort level, participants may be unwilling to participate, or worse, create a foundation of mistrust.
Additionally, be sure to use proper safety and spotting techniques in all trust activities as needed.
Broom Twizzle
Name & Purpose: Broom Twizzle is a dizzy-spin challenge that builds group spotting skills and trust. One player spins and the group catches them. a.k.a.: Dizzy Spin, Spin and Step, Twizzle Challenge Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 10–16 years / 8–12 players / 10–15 minutes / Open flat area with room for a spotter circle Materials: …
Read MoreCookie Machine
Name & Purpose: Cookie Machine is a trust-and-lift activity where the group passes one player along a bed of hands. It builds deep group trust and coordination. a.k.a.: Conveyor Belt, Human Assembly Line, Cookie Roll Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 12–16 years / 12–20 players / 15–25 minutes / Flat area with mats or soft grass …
Read MoreFlying Carpet
Name & Purpose: Flying Carpet is a group lifting activity that builds profound trust. One person is lifted slowly from the ground to overhead by the group. a.k.a.: Group Lift, Magic Carpet Lift, Trust Elevator Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 12–16 years / 8–14 players / 15–20 minutes / Flat soft surface — mats or grass …
Read MorePeople Pass
Name & Purpose: People Pass is a trust-and-carry activity where one person is passed along a bed of raised hands. It builds group coordination and deep trust. a.k.a.: Crowd Surf, Hand Highway, Trust Pass Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 12–16 years / 12–20 players / 15–25 minutes / Flat soft surface — mats or grass Materials: …
Read MoreRush Hour Traffic
Name & Purpose: Rush Hour Traffic is a blindfold trust walk disguised as a driving game. It builds partner trust, communication, and spatial awareness. a.k.a.: Blindfold Drive, Car and Driver, Traffic Jam Walk Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 8–16 years / 8–30 players in pairs / 15–20 minutes / Large flat open area with clear boundaries …
Read MoreTeam Radar
Name & Purpose: Team Radar is a blindfold group navigation challenge. The group studies a route, then navigates it blindfolded using only memory and communication. It builds planning, trust, and group problem-solving. a.k.a.: Blindfold Navigation, Rope Walk, Group Compass Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 10–16 years / 2–15 players / 20–30 minutes / Outdoor area with …
Read MoreTrust Tube
Name & Purpose: Trust Tube builds courage and group trust. One player runs blindly through a corridor of spotters. The group learns what it means to hold someone’s safety in their hands. a.k.a.: Gauntlet Run, Blind Sprint, Trust Lane Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 10–16 years / 10–20 players / 15–25 minutes / Flat open field …
Read MoreTrust Walk
Name & Purpose: Trust Walk is the foundational trust activity. One partner guides another through obstacles using voice only — no touch. It builds listening, clear communication, and trust. a.k.a.: Blind Guide, Voice Walk, Guided Walk Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 8–16 years / 8–30 players in pairs / 10–20 minutes / Outdoor area with natural …
Read MoreTrust Walk (Revised)
Name & Purpose: Trust Walk (Revised) is an expanded version of the classic Trust Walk with added complexity. It builds listening, communication, and progressively deeper trust through increasing challenge. a.k.a.: Guided Obstacle Walk, Sensory Path, Trust Course Age Band / Group Size / Time / Space: 8–16 years / 8–30 players in pairs / 10–20 minutes / Outdoor area with …
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