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Three people clapping hands as part of the quick circle energiser called Circle Clap

Clap Pass

Quick circle energiser that builds rhythm & connection.

  • Simple
  • Quick & engaging
  • Energising warm-up
  • Sharpens observation skills
  • No props

Step-by-Step Instructions

This quick circle energiser creates immediate engagement through synchronized movement and shared focus. Clap Pass excels as a quick team-building activity that requires no setup or special equipment. Perfect between longer sessions, it naturally builds group timing and awareness. The simplicity of this simple group warm-up makes it particularly valuable when you need to quickly refocus your group’s attention and energy.

Circle Clap – Quick Circle Energiser
  1. Ask your group to form a circle, including yourself.
  2. Clap your hands together as they move in the direction of your right-hand neighbour.
  3. This person will immediately repeat this clapping motion towards their right-hand neighbour.
  4. Encourage an impulse of claps to continue around the circle as fast as possible.
  5. Repeat this motion around the circle several times to achieve a nice flow.
  6. Reverse the direction and/or try a variation.

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