Paired walk
A paired walk helps build trust and mutual understanding while preparing for difficult conversations. It energizes participants and creates a relaxed atmosphere, making it ideal for conflict resolution discussions. Ensure a hybrid format by accommodating remote participants.
Comment l'animer
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Notify participants that they will be walking outside.
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Encourage them to pair up, preferably with someone they do not know well.
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Set an expectation for their return in 15-20 minutes.
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Instruct them to walk in one direction for half the time and then return.
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Ask participants to manage their own time, such as using a timer on their phones.
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Suggest a topic for discussion, like sharing life experiences that led them to this workshop.
Conseils
Encourage open conversation, but respect personal boundaries.
Consider the environment to ensure safety and comfort during the walk.
Be mindful of the weather and adjust plans if necessary.
Variantes
For remote participants, consider a virtual paired walk where they join a call while walking in their own space.
Contextes d'utilisation
Questions fréquemment posées
Quand utiliser Paired walk ?â–ľ
Utilisez Paired walk lorsque vous souhaitez: team kickoff; retrospective closing; team-building activity; conflict resolution preparation; icebreaker session.
Combien de temps dure Paired walk ?â–ľ
Paired walk dure généralement 15–30 minutes.
Pour combien de participants Paired walk convient-il ?â–ľ
Paired walk fonctionne mieux pour des groupes de 2 personnes ou plus.
De quels matériaux ai-je besoin pour Paired walk ?▾
Paired walk ne nécessite pas de matériaux particuliers — juste des participants et un espace.
Quel est le niveau de difficulté de Paired walk ?▾
Paired walk est classé débutant — facile à animer même sans expérience préalable.
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