Group session ice breakers

Here are some fun and engaging group session ice breakers that can help to build rapport, encourage participation, and create a positive atmosphere:

  1. Two Truths and a Lie: Each person 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 (e.g. "has traveled to another country", "speaks more than one language", etc.). Each person needs to find someone who fits each of the characteristics and get them to sign the corresponding square.
  3. The Name Game: Have each person 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").
  4. Scavenger Hunt: Create a list of items or challenges that people need to complete around the room or outside (e.g. "find someone wearing the same color shirt as you", "take a photo with someone who has the same birthday as you", etc.).
  5. Word Association Game: Have each person 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 a word that is associated with the word they received.
  6. Would You Rather: Present two difficult choices and ask each person 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 person to bring an object that represents something about themselves (e.g. a favorite book, a memento from a trip, etc.). Each person takes a turn showing their object and telling the group about it.
  8. The Human Knot: Have each person 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. One-Word Introductions: Ask each person to come up with a word that describes themselves (e.g. "adventurous", "creative", etc.). Then, have each person introduce themselves and explain why they chose that word.
  10. Group Mural: Provide a large piece of paper or whiteboard and ask each person to contribute to a group mural by drawing or writing something that represents their thoughts, feelings, or experiences.
  11. The Sound Game: Play a game where each person makes a sound (e.g. a animal noise, a musical instrument, etc.) and the others have to guess what it is.
  12. Group Storytelling: Start telling a story and then pass it on to the next person, who continues the story, and so on. Each person adds their own twist and creativity to the story.
  13. The Question Game: Prepare a set of questions in advance and ask each person to answer them. Then, have each person share their answers with the group and discuss any common themes or patterns that emerge.
  14. Role-Playing: Divide the group into small teams and assign each team a scenario or role-playing exercise (e.g. "you're on a team trying to solve a mystery", "you're in a job interview", etc.).
  15. The Game of Life: Create a simulated game of life where each person has to make choices and navigate through different challenges and obstacles.

Remember to choose ice breakers that are relevant to your group's age, interests, and goals, and that promote positive and respectful interactions.