
JUMP! Event Planning Template
This JUMP! Event Planning Template can be used to help guide the planning process for an event, such as a student leadership retreat.
This JUMP! Event Planning Template can be used to help guide the planning process for an event, such as a student leadership retreat.
Approximate Running Time: 20 – 30 minutes including debrief (can be dependent on how collaborative the group are though!)
Minimum Group Size: 3 people
Maximum Group Size: 30 people (per group – if you are working with a large group you can split them up in the same space to run this activity)
Age/ Level: Participants must be capable of reasoning and understanding the meaning behind the activity rather than just the simple objective. This activity is suitable for a mature Grade 4 class or older participants.
Space Required: This activity requires enough space for participants to run around freely, as well as enough space for participants to sit in a circle to debrief. A four-cornered room works well as each group can be assigned a corner of their own.
Materials:
– hula hoops (one for each group)
– random items or ‘gold’ such as tennis balls, blocks, etc.
– a piece of paper for each group that has the objective of the activity written on it: “Your objective is to put all of the ‘gold’ in a hoop”
Set-up:
Not a lot of physical space set-up required, but you will need enough clear space for the groups to have their own space for a hula hoop and room to move and collect ‘gold’.
Objective:
The objective of this activity is for participants to consider how they work in groups, the choices they make as individuals and how those choices affect others. Concepts such as conflict resolution can be addressed in debrief sessions.
Facilitator Guidelines:
General Debrief Questions: The debrief for this activity is largely determined by whether or not the participants were able to collaborate for community success.
What happened during that activity?
Were you successful in achieving your objective? Was the group successful in achieving their objectives?
What strategies did you use to resolve conflict?
Did all the groups have the same objective? Did the whole group have a shared objective? Do you think sharing your objectives with others can create a better space for collaboration?
What could have made this activity easier?
How could this activity apply in real life?