The "Release & Recharge" activity effectively combines physical movement, stress reduction, creativity enhancement, inclusivity, mindfulness, personal connection, and joy—all crucial elements for an impactful icebreaker in various workshop settings.
A short visual exercise from the Kaos Pilot School.
Use picture cards in topics as described below.
With a partner find the 3 most unlikely / weird / surprising things you have in common with each other
Each pair chooses one to share with the group
Fast and very visual way of making positions clear. Creates connections and helps to understand and to accept diversity.
Pass out 2 colors of cards. Everyone answers "what does it look like when X topic is present (positive goal). One color puts down cards and builds out answers in paired yes, and conversations. Then switch roles.
The activity is aimed so that community or group grows closer and forms bonds through listening to each other's hearts.
2 players create a secret 'handshake' when they see each other again they do their handshake
In small groups, speaker must hold eye contact with each person for 5 seconds at a time while speaking about any topic
In pairs, partners find 3 unusual things they have in common. Then each pair chooses one to share with the group.
high energy partner activity