Sit - Stand - Disappear
As a virtual game in Zoom, have people narrow their screen so they only see 3 people in a row. Each person will simultaneously try to have one person sitting, one standing , and one out of the frame in their row.
by Erica MarxGoal
As virtual game, an energizer
Gets people physically moving
An example of embracing qualities of Zoom
Instructions
Instruct everyone to go into Gallery View and to narrow their Zoom window so there are 3 people in a row.
Have everyone practice each of the 3 moves - Sit, Stand, Disappear (get out of the frame).
Let people know that you know everyone will see a different order on their screen - this is what makes the game work! Instead of being frustrated with Zoom changing the order in gallery view, let's accept that and see how we can play with this feature.
It is fun to add silly music to this game while people are playing.
Facilitator starts the game (3-2-1 Go!)
Game play continues organically since everyone's moves affect other people on the screen.
Debrief
This is one of those quick activities that can give you, as the facilitator, a quick insight into team dynamics. For example, if as the facilitator you notice someone talking over the group and directing others to get it "right" you're likely seeing a behavior that shows up elsewhere. If desired you can debrief this activity with questions about how people's thinking and feeling changed as the activity progressed. What impulses did you have to direct others? What did you do? What feelings came up? What changed as you went on? What part of your role / job is this activity like?
Background
This activity was inspired by Sit, Stand, Lie down, a 3-person improv scene game where one player must be in each position as the scene continues.
Learned from Adam, Renatus, and Ayra on FLOW call from the Co-Creation School on 5/14/2020. Perhaps developed within the Applied Improvisation Network open space sessions?
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Erica Marx
Executive, Leadership, and Team Coaching
Design and facilitation of fun and interactive online programs
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I help teams connect, collaborate, and perform at their best in both virtual and in-person environments. As an executive and leadership coach, I design highly engaging experiences where people can think together, navigate challenges, and strengthen the way they work. With a background in leadership coaching, facilitation, and applied improvisation, I create interactive retreats, conferences, and networking events that energize participants and create lasting impact. My work creates the conditions for psychological safety, honest communication, and deep collaboration, allowing teams to build trust, navigate challenges, and achieve meaningful results together. I am deeply committed to mission-driven organizations. As a board member of the International Applied Improvisation Network, I partner with nonprofit and social justice leaders to help their teams thrive in fast-changing environments.
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