The majority of delegates put on blindfolds (the difficulty level increases with the number of delegates wearing blindfolds). The ‘blind’ are given the task of carrying a ball balanced on a metal ring from one pedestal to another. However, they are not allowed to directly touch the ring! Instead, they transport it using a number of ropes attached to the ring. The ropes must be held at the ends and not shortened. The ‘seeing’ direct the entire process by coordinating the movement of the ‘blind’. All communication is through speaking, no touching is allowed. Dropping the ball during transport is sanctioned in a way the trainer and group see fit. By setting up the two pedestals independently, you can adjust the difficulty level according to the group’s capability (for example, try placing them on bumpy terrain, or put one on a desk). Individual strings can be detached to cater for different group sizes. One more idea: When you are doing this activity outdoors, why not add to the excitement by using a raw egg instead of a ball?

Delegates (min / opt / max): 4 / 9 / 12
Time (w/o debriefing): 15 - 45 minutes
Space requirements: The more, the better

Team building: interacting, trusting, cooperating, dealing with stress, giving feedback.
Leadership training: identifying individual needs, adapting leadership style, motivating, communicating effectively and explicitly, facilitating.
Project management: dealing with information shortages, visualizing project phases, determining the roles of project managers.
Energiser: in the morning, post-lunch.

Contents: 1 ring (stainless steel), 8 robust strings (3 mm x 2 m), 2 pedestals (beech, easy disassembly), 1 ball, 8 blindfolds, 1 detailed instructions manual.
Dimensions: 32 x 23 x 11 cm.
Weight: 1.7 kg