Fun ice breakers for training sessions

Here are some fun icebreaker activities that you can use in training sessions:

  1. Two Truths and a Lie: Each participant shares two true statements about themselves and one false statement. The others have to guess which one is the lie.

  2. Human Bingo: Create bingo cards with different traits, characteristics, or interests in each square (e.g. "has traveled to another country", "speaks more than one language", etc.). Participants need to find someone who fits each of the characteristics and get them to sign the corresponding square.

  3. The Name Game: Have each participant introduce themselves and share a unique fact about themselves that starts with the same letter as their name (e.g. "I'm Sarah and I love sailing"). Then, go around the circle and have each person repeat the names and facts of the previous participants.

  4. Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of items or challenges that participants need to complete during the training session (e.g. "find someone wearing the same color shirt as you", "take a photo with a team member who has the same birthday as you", etc.).

  5. Word Association Game: Have each participant write down a word on a piece of paper, fold it up, and pass it to the person on their right. Then, each person takes a turn saying the word they received and explaining why they think the person who wrote it chose that word.

  6. Would You Rather: Present participants with two difficult choices and ask them which one they would prefer (e.g. "would you rather be able to fly or be able to breathe underwater?", "would you rather have a million dollars or the ability to travel anywhere for free?", etc.).

  7. Show and Tell: Ask each participant to bring an object that represents something about themselves (e.g. a favorite book, a memento from a trip, etc.). Then, have each person explain the significance of the object to the group.

  8. The Human Knot: Have participants stand in a circle and put their hands in the center. Each person should grab the hand of someone across from them, not next to them. Then, they need to work together to untangle themselves without letting go of each other's hands.

  9. Guess the Baby Photo: Ask participants to bring in a baby photo of themselves and have them explain why they chose that particular photo. Then, have the others try to guess which photo belongs to which person.

  10. Speed Friending: Inspired by speed dating, have participants sit in pairs and talk for a set amount of time (e.g. 2-3 minutes). Then, ring a bell and have them switch to a new partner. This can be a fun way to get people talking and laughing together.

Remember to keep the icebreakers light-hearted and respectful, and make sure they align with the tone and goals of your training session.