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Team Building Activity: Squid game

Team Building Activity: Squid Game (Red Light, Green Light)

Category: Games & Activities Time: 15–20 minutes Focus: Attention • Timing • Coordination

Overview

Recreate the popular Red Light, Green Light challenge—safely and in a fun team‑building context. This energizer sharpens focus and quick reactions, encourages friendly competition, and works well as a warm‑up or as a quick reinforcement of concentration skills.

Note: This is an unofficial, workplace‑safe activity inspired by the Squid Game TV series. No affiliation or endorsement is implied.

Learning objectives

  • Develop alertness and focused attention.
  • Foster quick decision‑making and reaction skills.
  • Encourage team spirit through light‑hearted competition.
  • Relate attention, timing, and coordination to workplace success.

Setup

  • Mark two lines with tape about 100 feet apart: start and finish.
  • All participants stand behind the start line.
  • Facilitator stands near the finish line, initially facing away from participants.

How to play

  1. Facilitator loudly counts: “1, 2, 3, freeze!” while facing away.
  2. While the facilitator’s back is turned, players move toward the finish line.
  3. On “freeze” the facilitator turns around; anyone caught moving returns to the start.
  4. The first person to cross wins—along with their team. Rotate facilitator each round.

Debrief & discussion

  • What strategies helped you advance without being caught?
  • Did a natural leader emerge to coordinate moves?
  • Which mattered more—speed or timing? Why?
  • How do focus, timing, and coordination translate to work?
  • How do risk‑taking and following instructions balance in your team?

Variations for deeper engagement

  • Double Freeze: Call “freeze” twice in quick succession to raise difficulty.
  • Team Coordination Mode: No win until all team members cross—promotes shared responsibility.
  • Relay Race Version: Tag teammates at a mid‑point to emphasize coordination.

Alternative team‑building activities

Human Knot Challenge

Objective: Enhance problem‑solving, patience, and communication.

Instructions: Form a circle, grab different hands, then untangle without letting go.

Debrief: What teamwork and communication strategies worked?

Blindfold Navigation

Objective: Build trust and leadership through verbal guidance.

Instructions: One partner is blindfolded and guided verbally through a simple course.

Debrief: Reflect on clarity, trust, and feedback loops.

Trainer tips

  • Rotate facilitator responsibilities to keep engagement high.
  • Keep the tone fun and supportive; prioritize safety.
  • Use the activity to surface themes: leadership, risk, trust, setbacks.
  • Invite short reflections during the debrief; ensure quieter voices are heard.

Virtual adaptations

  • Use video calls; the facilitator gives verbal commands while observing on camera.
  • Breakout rooms for small‑group rounds; rotate facilitators.
  • Use polls/chat to confirm winners and gather reflections.
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Free assessment tools & quizzes

FAQ

How many people can play?

Any group size works. For large teams, run multiple lanes or parallel rounds and rotate facilitators.

Is 100 feet required?

No—use the longest safe distance available. Smaller rooms work with shorter lines; increase rounds accordingly.

Is this safe for indoors?

Yes—set clear boundaries, avoid obstacles, and discourage running. Prioritize safety and accessibility.

Can we run this online?

Yes—use webcams and verbal cues. Use polls or chat to confirm winners and reflections.

Any permissions needed to use “Squid Game”?

This is an unofficial activity inspired by the series. Use generic phrasing (“Red Light, Green Light”) if your policy requires it.

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