Training ice breaker for overcoming obstacles

Here's a training icebreaker activity that can help teams overcome obstacles:

Activity: "The Obstacle Course"

Objective: To build trust, communication, and problem-solving skills while overcoming obstacles as a team.

Instructions:

1. Divide the team into small groups of 3-5 people.
2. Set up an obstacle course in a large, open space (indoor or outdoor). The course should include physical obstacles such as hurdles, cones, balance beams, and tires, as well as mental challenges such as puzzles and brain teasers.
3. Each group will start at one end of the obstacle course and must work together to complete the course.
4. The twist: Each group will be given a specific "obstacle" to overcome, such as a "communication breakdown" or a "resource constraint." This obstacle will be revealed at the start of the activity and will require the team to work together to find a solution.
5. The team that completes the obstacle course the fastest wins.

Obstacles:

• Communication Breakdown: One team member is given a specific task, but the rest of the team does not know what it is. They must figure out what the task is and complete it together.
• Resource Constraint: The team is given a limited amount of resources (e.g. only 5 minutes to complete a task) and must find a way to complete the obstacle course within those constraints.
• Physical Challenge: The team must work together to lift or move a heavy object to complete a section of the obstacle course.
• Mental Challenge: The team is given a puzzle or brain teaser that must be solved to unlock a section of the obstacle course.

Debriefing:

1. After the activity, hold a debriefing session to discuss the following questions:
   • What obstacles did you face during the activity?
   • How did you overcome them?
   • What did you learn about your team members and yourself?
   • How can you apply these skills to overcome obstacles in your personal and professional lives?
2. Encourage team members to share their experiences and insights, and provide feedback and guidance as needed.

Benefits:

• Builds trust and communication skills
• Encourages teamwork and collaboration
• Develops problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Helps team members overcome obstacles and challenges
• Fosters a sense of camaraderie and shared experience

Variations:

• Add a time limit to the activity to increase the pressure and challenge.
• Incorporate technology, such as GPS devices or virtual reality headsets, to add an extra layer of complexity to the obstacle course.
• Have teams work together to design and build their own obstacle course, rather than following a pre-set course.
• Incorporate real-world scenarios or challenges that teams may face in their personal or professional lives.