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This balloon icebreaker game transforms simple balloons into social connectors. Balloon Propulsion Greetings combines elements of a unique icebreaker activity with playful movement that keeps everyone engaged. Teachers, trainers and group facilitators value how this fun partner game naturally builds energy whilst creating comfortable introductions. The blend of active play and structured sharing makes it perfect for workshops, conferences or team events.
Balloon Propulsion Greetings – Balloon Icebreaker Game
- Provide each person with an inflated balloon.
- Demonstrate the ‘balloon propulsion’ technique, eg hold the balloon gently in one hand and pull the tied tail back with the other hand then release, propelling the balloon forward.
- Invite your group to practice this propulsion technique for a few moments.
- When ready, invite everyone to move about the space and attempt to have their balloon collide or connect with another balloon.
- When two or more balloons collide, invite the people belonging to these balloons to share a greeting or response to a question you have posed your group.
- Allow play to continue for several minutes.
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