7. Welcome and Icebreaking games examples

It takes around 20 minutes to complete one Icebreaking game.

The time spent depends on the number of participants in the group.

Facilitators instructions 

Welcome participants and introduce them to the program. Run them through what is expected throughout the all training parts. Introduce the agenda. Use this welcome to establish the tone for the training, be creative in your welcome and maintain high energy.

 

Icebreaker - trainer's preference (examples: here are 3 examples)

1. Game name: Two Truths and a Lie (possible to play online and offline) is a classic icebreaker game that helps people get to know each other in a fun and engaging way. Here’s how to play:

How to Play:

Each person takes turns saying three statements about themselves—two are true, and one is a lie.

The rest of the group must guess which statement is the lie.

After everyone has guessed, the person reveals the lie.

The game continues with the next person.

Example:

  • "I once met a famous celebrity." (Truth)

  • "I can speak five languages." (Lie)

  • "I have gone skydiving." (Truth)

The group guesses which one is false, and then the person reveals the answer.

2. Game Name: Commonality Hunt (easier to play offline)

How to Play:

Divide participants into small groups or pairs.

Give them a set amount of time (e.g., 3–5 minutes) to find as many things they have in common as possible.

These commonalities must be specific and unique—no obvious ones like "We both have hands!"

After time’s up, each group shares their most interesting or unexpected commonality with the larger group.

The group with the most (or most unique) commonalities wins!

Fun Fact:

This game taps into “similarity attraction theory”, which suggests that people are naturally drawn to those they share things in common with. It’s a great way to quickly build connections and break the ice!

3. Virtual scavenger hunt (good for online sessions)
Bring a list of household items to the meeting, and call them and show in video out one by one to your attendees. The first person to return to the screen with that item gets a point. 

Include things like a book with a red cover, or a potted plant — and for a bit of friendly competition, offer a prize for the winner.

More online icebreaking games can be found here.