Counting Circle

Everyone stands in a circle. The group must count to double the number of participants — so each person says two numbers.

All close their eyes. No one may say two consecutive numbers. If two people speak simultaneously, start over.

This trains group sensing, patience, and the courage to break silence.

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Improv warmup: a circle with eyes closed counts to double the players, two numbers each — but never two in a row. Two voices at once and restart. Group sense drill.

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Competences

Attention, Timing

Number of Players

4 to 20

Experience

Beginner

Energy

calm

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