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Team Building Activity: Sheep and Shepherd

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Overview

Each shepherd needs to guide his/her group of blind sheep into the pen using only a whistle. This is a challenging team building activity that requires non-verbal communication and a well-thought-out plan to succeed.

Time

25 Minutes

Tools/Items Required

  • Blindfolds for the ‘Sheep’
  • Whistle for the ‘Shepherd’

Setup

  • Split participants into sub-groups.
  • Select one person in each group to act as the shepherd; the rest will be blindfolded sheep.
  • Lead blindfolded sheep to different locations around a designated pen area.
  • Shepherds must remain in a fixed position away from the pen.

Directions

  1. Brief the full group and allow 10 minutes for planning.
  2. Blindfold the sheep and disorient them by walking them to different points.
  3. The shepherd must use a whistle to guide the blindfolded sheep into the pen.
  4. No verbal communication is allowed.
  5. Sheep may respond using only non-verbal cues, without removing blindfolds.

Rules

  • No verbal communication after planning phase.
  • Shepherds must remain stationary and cannot touch the sheep.
  • Sheep must keep blindfolds on until the activity ends.
  • Only whistles may be used for guidance.

Safety Precautions

Facilitators should monitor the activity closely and use the command “STOP” if participants are at risk of injury. Ensure the area is clear of hazards.

Learning Outcomes

This exercise emphasizes the importance of:

  • Trust and teamwork
  • Non-verbal communication
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Planning under constraints

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