Training

Team Building Activity: Human Knot

Human Knot Many may be familiar with this activity as it is a tried and tested way to encourage your group to work together in close physical proximity to complete a task. Facilitate this activity to create a discussion about trust, leadership, group cooperation,...

Icebreakers: Pterodactyl and Zip Bing

Pterodactyl and Zip Bing These icebreakers are so much fun and guaranteed to give your group a good laugh! We recommend incorporating either one into the beginning of a Youth Action Team meeting, in your classroom for a brain break or with your staff to liven things...

Team Building Activity: Save the Canister

Save the Canister We had a great time at Georgia Teen Institute (GTI) 2015, especially when we worked with our Youth Action Teams during Team Meetings and with other youth from across the state in Family Group! At GTI, one way we engage youth is by providing multiple...

Gwinnett’s First Out-of-School Time Expo

On Saturday, August 1, GUIDE partnered with Live Healthy Gwinnett to host the first ever Out-of-School Time Expo at Bogan Park in Buford, GA. On this day, experts in the fields of afterschool, health and wellness, leadership and more joined together to present...

Icebreaker: Toilet Paper Introductions

Toilet Paper Introductions Any time you are working with a new group or a group of people where not everyone knows each other, it’s a great idea to start off with an icebreaker! This icebreaker fosters creativity and fun while providing a little “get to know you”...

Team Building Activity: Plastic Cup Race

Plastic Cup Race This activity is great for youth or adults! Facilitate it to help your group consider how to delegate tasks in order for everyone to participate, set and evaluate goals, think creatively and reflect on different methods to use in the future. We loved...