Geared Up

This fun circle energiser combines movement, memory and teamwork in a fast-paced challenge that quickly raises energy levels. Geared Up creates instant engagement as participants respond to number commands with physical actions. Perfect for workshops or training sessions needing a break, this activity requires minimal setup and works with groups of all sizes. The increasing complexity keeps everyone mentally alert while the physical movements get blood flowing. Suitable for all spaces where participants can move freely.

Geared Up – Fun Circle Energiser

1. Form pairs.
2. Ask the taller person of each pair to separate from their partner and form one large circle facing out.
3. Invite their partners to face them forming a new concentric circle facing in.
4. Explain that you will soon announce a series of numbers that will trigger a unique action for each partnership of two people facing each other.
5. For example:
   1 – Perform a High 10 with your partner, using the backs of your hands.
   2 – Switch places with your partner (inside to outside circle and vice-versa.)
   3 – Each person steps two spaces (people) to their left.
   4 – Spin full 360 degrees on the spot & finish facing one another.
   5 – Perform a High 5 with left hand and a Low 5 with right hand.
6. Practice each of these commands several times, starting with the first two or three commands before eventually introducing all five.
7. When ready, start announcing a series of up to six of seven numbers in quick succession, eg 2, 4, 5, 2, 1, 4.
8. As your group gains familiarity and competence with the commands, extend the series up to 20 numbers in succession before taking a short break and starting a new round.
9. Continue playing for up to 20 minutes or until your group is exhausted.