#04 of 30 · Connect

Left, Right, Up or Down

This is a fantastic icebreaker or connection starter to use at the start of any session as it’s a lot of fun, high energy and will set the tone for the rest of the class

0 - 5 minutes5 - 10 minutesThree - sixSeven - twelveThirteen and aboveNo equipment
About the game

Why it works

This is a fantastic icebreaker or connection starter to use at the start of any session as it’s a lot of fun, high energy and will set the tone for the rest of the class

At home

Five steps, five minutes

  1. 1Watch the video together — the walkthrough takes about a minute.
  2. 2Round up the family and get ready to connect.
  3. 3Set aside 0 - 5 minutes. No equipment needed.
  4. 4Play once to learn it. Play it again to feel it.
  5. 5Talk about it after. "What was your favourite bit?" lands every time.
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