Building Team Trust Through Communication Challenges
•Year 5
•Outdoor Adventurous Activities
•Arrange in 3x3 grid formation with 2m spacing between grids
Alternative: Floor spots, poly spots, or chalk circles
Shuffle and distribute randomly to players
Alternative: Laminated numbers, coloured bibs with numbers
Check for hygiene and ensure comfortable fit
Alternative: Eye masks, bandanas, or scarves
Attach securely to clothing without causing discomfort
Alternative: Velcro strips, sticky notes, or ribbon pieces
Ensure all edges are soft and safe for tagging
Alternative: Pool noodles, rolled newspaper, or soft play sticks
Use for gauntlet, boundaries, and jail areas
Alternative: Markers, chairs, or other boundary markers
Place in designated flag zones at each end
Alternative: Bean bags, balls, or coloured objects
Visible to teacher for timing activities
Alternative: Mobile phone timer or wall clock
A plan of action designed to achieve a particular goal or outcome
The successful sharing of information and ideas between team members
Working together cooperatively to achieve a common goal
The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex challenges
Specific actions or methods used to implement a strategy
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Clear verbal communication skills, active listening techniques, descriptive language for giving instructions, vocabulary development for strategic terminology
Problem-solving strategies, spatial awareness in grid puzzles, time management during planning phases, calculating optimal team formations and movement patterns
Understanding of human senses and how blindfolding affects spatial awareness, forces and motion in competitive movement, reaction time and decision-making processes
Leadership skills development, conflict resolution, building trust and confidence, emotional regulation during competitive situations, celebrating diversity in team roles
Move constantly between groups during activities, positioning to observe blindfolded activities closely while maintaining awareness of all students
Watch for effective team communication, strategic thinking development, confidence building, and safe participation in all activities
Step in when teams struggle with planning, if safety concerns arise, when students become frustrated, or to facilitate deeper strategic discussions
Model clear communication techniques, show safe tagging methods, demonstrate strategic thinking approaches, and exhibit positive coaching behaviours
Large indoor hall or outdoor area minimum 30m x 20m for Capture the Flag, plus additional space for warm-up activities
Ensure playing surface is dry, even, and free from obstacles. Check for adequate grip to prevent slipping during competitive games
Stop all activity immediately if injury occurs. Assess and provide appropriate first aid. Ensure other students are safely occupied while dealing with emergencies.
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