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Exercises/Constructive Conflict/Zero 1, 2, 3
General Collaboration Exercise · Constructive Conflict

Zero 1, 2, 3

Zero 1, 2, 3 is a structured group exercise for constructive conflict: it helps participants surface tension or disagreement in a structured way.

5 to 15 minutesTIME
Medium group (9-25), Pairs, Small group (4-8)GROUP SIZE
ActiveENERGY
In personSETTING
Low cognitive loadCOGNITIVE LOAD
Strengthens Problem Specificity This constructive conflict exercise strengthens Problem Specificity, one of the eight Gathering Effectiveness pillars.

How to run it

  1. Divide everyone into groups of four to ten, depending on the number of available ropes and skill level.
  2. Younger players may need smaller groups, older jumpers are challenged by larger groups.
  3. The leader assigns two turners in each group and the rest form a line.
  4. The two turners begin by turning the rope.
  5. One-by-one the players enter and exit the rope.
  6. In the first round, the jumpers try to run under the rope without jumping or touching the rope.
  7. After each jumper’s attempt or completion, s/he returns to the back of the line.
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Divide everyone into groups of four to ten, depending on the number of available ropes and skill level.

The leader assigns two turners in each group and the rest form a line.

The two turners begin by turning the rope.

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Adapt this exercise for my exact room. Exercise: Zero 1, 2, 3. Readiness: Publishable Draft. Core moves: Divide everyone into groups of four to ten, depending on the number of available ropes and skill level.; The leader assigns two turners in each group and the rest form a line.; The two turners begin by turning the rope.. Return a concise facilitator script with timing, wording, safety notes, and remote/in-person adjustments.

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