Paper Mat Race is a high-energy, strategic team-building activity that challenges groups to move collectively from start to finish using only a limited number of paper mats. Since no one is allowed to touch the ground, success depends on coordination, planning, and seamless communication. It’s an exciting blend of strategy and teamwork that creates both laughter and learning.

Why It Works for Corporate Team Building:

• Reinforces planning and coordination in high-pressure situations
• Encourages effective communication and role clarity
• Highlights the importance of resource management under constraints
• Builds a strong sense of collaboration and unity through shared challenges
• Adds fun and energy to any engagement event

How It Work:

Teams are given a set number of mats and must advance across the race track without stepping on the ground. As they move forward, mats from the back must be picked up and passed to the front. Careful timing, coordination, and clear instructions are critical to success. Any misstep—such as touching the ground—can lead to a restart or time penalty. The team that reaches the finish line first without breaking the rules wins.

Best Suited For:

• Corporate offsites and retreats
• Team-bonding energizers
• Sports days and outdoor events
• Icebreakers for large groups
• Activities that promote strategy and collaboration

Activity Attributes

Core Feel

• Energy Level: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Activity Level: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Challenge Level: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)

Team Dynamics

• Collaboration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
• Icebreaker: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Bonding: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Celebration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)

Engagement

• Problem Solving: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
• Creativity: ⭐⭐⭐☆ (3/5)
• Learning: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)

Take on the Paper Mat Race 🏁 to spark strategy, communication, and pure team spirit—where every step forward depends on moving together!