Trust & communication
Minefield
One blindfolded person crosses a field of "mines" (soft objects) guided only by a partner's voice.
Quick answer
How do you run Minefield with a team?
One blindfolded person crosses a field of "mines" (soft objects) guided only by a partner's voice. Duration: 30 minutes. Group size: 8–40 people. Setting: Outdoor. Below you will find a step-by-step guide, the materials and facilitator tips.
- Duration
- 30 minutes
- Group size
- 8–40 people
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Energy level
- Active
- Materials
- Blindfolds, Soft objects: cones, balls, cushions, Rope or tape to mark a 10 × 10 m area
- Price
- Free, no sign-up
Objective
Build trust and precise communication between pairs.
Materials
- Blindfolds
- Soft objects: cones, balls, cushions
- Rope or tape to mark a 10 × 10 m area
Step by step
- Scatter the objects inside the marked area.
- Pairs choose a walker and a guide; the walker puts on a blindfold.
- Guides stand outside the area and direct their walker across with voice only.
- Touching a mine means starting again; swap roles after each crossing.
- Debrief: which instructions helped, and how did it feel to trust or to be trusted?
Facilitator tips
- Run several pairs at once for noise and challenge.
- Use soft objects only and clear any real hazards from the ground.
Variations
- Team version: one guide directs three walkers in turn.
- Silent guides using claps as a code.
Accessibility
Offer an eyes-open version with a "no-look" rule, and wheelchair-friendly flat ground. Never pressure anyone to wear a blindfold.
