Build a Bridge
Build a Bridge is a game you can use with teams of 4-6 people. You set them the task of building sturdy bridges from the materials you provide and then watch how they work together.
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What You'll Achieve with the Build a Bridge Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Enhances teamwork by working towards a shared goal
Identifies individual strengths and leadership roles
Improves planning and communication skills
When to Use the Build a Bridge Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
Team building sessions for improving collaboration
Recruitment events to assess leadership skills
How the Build a Bridge Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Set the challenge
Explain that the task is to build one bridge per team.
2Give the instructions
Show the slide with the rules and talk through each one carefully so everyone understands.
3Start the task
Begin the clock (60 minutes) and answer questions as they arise.
4Debrief
Run a plenary discussion: for team building, capture reflections on teamwork, learning, and improvements; for recruitment, use observers with scoring criteria to note behaviours and compare scores.
Key Topics Covered in the Build a Bridge Workshop
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