Participants have to work together to get the marble(s) from the start to the finish line without touching the floor or exposing them to daylight using the piping provided.
The activity can be set up with or without a course consisting of obstacles.
Equipment Required: 14 x 40cm lengths of tubing, 10 x large marbles (in a bag)
For course: 6 x blue stakes, 6 x 4m lengths of rope, 12 x wooden pegs, 4 x traffic cones
Space Required: Medium. Indoors or outdoors.
Group Size: 8-15 people (depending on the size of the area used).
Total Time: 35 minutes
- 5 minutes to brief and set up
- 20 minutes to achieve the outcome
- 10 minutes to review and debrief
Suggested Learning Outcomes
- Communication
- Cooperation
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Resilience and mental toughness
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