Human Knot is a fun and challenging game that is perfect for team building and social events.
Description
To play, stand in a circle and reach out with your right hand to grab the hand of someone across from you. Then, reach out with your left hand to grab the hand of someone else across from you. Keep going until everyone is holding two hands. The goal is to untangle the human knot without letting go of each other’s hands.
Categories: Team Games, Indoor Games, Party Games
How to Play
Number of Players Required: 6 or more
What You’ll Need: People
Gameplay
- Stand in a circle and reach out with your right hand to grab the hand of someone across from you.
- Then, reach out with your left hand to grab the hand of someone else across from you.
- Keep going until everyone is holding two hands.
- The goal is to untangle the human knot without letting go of each other’s hands.
Winning Criteria: The team that untangles the human knot first wins.
Estimated Playtime: 10-15 minutes
Make it Your Own
- Add some obstacles to the game, such as chairs or cones.
- Make the game more challenging by having everyone close their eyes.
- Play for a set amount of time and see which team can untangle the knot the fastest.
Ready to Play? Are you ready to give Human Knot a try?
Safety Note: Be careful not to pull or yank on anyone’s hands. If you feel any pain, stop playing immediately.
Tags: Teamwork, Communication, Problem-solving