# Minefield

> 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.

URL: https://www.bravodays.com/en/team-building-library/minefield
Last updated: 2026-10-21
Publisher: BravoDays (https://www.bravodays.com)

## Key facts

- **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

1. Scatter the objects inside the marked area.
2. Pairs choose a walker and a guide; the walker puts on a blindfold.
3. Guides stand outside the area and direct their walker across with voice only.
4. Touching a mine means starting again; swap roles after each crossing.
5. 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.

## Related pages

- [Team building library](https://www.bravodays.com/en/team-building-library)
- [Get a quote](https://www.bravodays.com/en/get-a-quote)