Ice breaker Games

Ice breakers (or get to know you games) are an important part of running sessions for groups - they help people relax, let their guard down and be themselves. Incorporate these into your planning especially if your group contains new people.

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Hunt the LeaderThis was one of my favorites.  We would take the youth group to a large shopping mall or main street (depending if it's day or night)... more>>>4 shiney stars
The JoustPut people into groups of two.  You'll need two stockings (or knee highs), eggs, and 2 foam swimming noodles. Within... more>>>4 shiney stars
The shoe gameThis is a good short game to help your group mix it up a bit.  Sit everyone in a circle, tell everyone to take off their left... more>>>4 shiney stars
Picture ConsequencesSit everyone in a circle and give each person... more>>>4 shiney stars
RattlesnakeThe group sits down in a circle. One person is chosen to be "it". Blindfold the youth and spin them in circles. Hand one other... more>>>4 shiney stars
Matthew Mark Luke JohnSit everyone in a circle.  Each seat is assigned a name or number, starting with Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, one, two, three, four, etc.... more>>>4 shiney stars
GrogGROG is a very active, play after dark game. You also need a building that is conducive to running and hiding. The only equipment... more>>>4 shiney stars
He said She saidGive each person a pencil and piece of paper. Have each person start a story by writing one line.  They then must pass the piece... more>>>4 shiney stars


Name TossFor this game, all you need is a pool noodle or a pillow... something that won't hurt if you got hit with it!Have your group sit in... more>>>4 shiney stars
I didn't catch your nameA simple get-to-know-you game, ideal for groups where people don't know each other's names that well.  The aim of the game is to learn... more>>>4 shiney stars
Line up This game is good if you need a quick 5 minute icebreaker or time filler. It works best for groups of 10 or more people. The leader... more>>>4 shiney stars
PoisonPoison is a good physical game to get people moving.  It's also not as dangerous as it sounds!... more>>>4 shiney stars
Heads down Thumbs UpI can clearly remember playing this game when I was about 9 or 10 years old.  It was my favorite game to play at school (in the classroom... more>>>4 shiney stars
Wink MurderWink Murder is a classic game that has been around for decades!   Everyone sits in a circle, and a leader goes and picks... more>>>4 shiney stars
Do I know you?Pair up the children. In those pairs number them 1 and 2. Get number 1's to create a circle. Then number two's stand in the middle... more>>>4 shiney stars
Group Hug in MotionThe entire group will link up (arms around shoulders) to make a complete circle or square. Everyone moves in the same directions that are... more>>>4 shiney stars


Crossword namesA good game for groups that are relatively new, this activity will encourage people to learn each other's names.  Give each person... more>>>4 shiney stars
Cheeto tossSuper easy, messy, fun game! Can work with small groups or at a Kids Camp up on stage.Have a few groups of two people. One person... more>>>4 shiney stars
Underground ChurchThis game has been submitted by Joshua - thanks... more>>>4 shiney stars
DodgeballA classic youth game that needs to be played in a place where balls cannot cause too much damage!... more>>>4 shiney stars
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