Learning for Life & Work

Year 10 Lava Flow Challenge

One of the first activities that Yr10 pupils complete in Learning for Life and Work is the Lava Flow Challenge. This activity involves two teams of pupils competing to see who can get from one end of the gym to the other first. Sounds easy? Not so. Pupils are only allowed to stand on one of seven small stations on the floor or on one of the three blanks of wood they have been given. To complicate matters even more some pupils will have their eyes closed, some will be unable to use certain limbs, whilst others are not permitted to speak.

As well as being a highly enjoyable and competitive exercise the Lava Flow Challenge has a more serious side. Pupils gain an understanding of the elements which contribute to good teamwork, apply and evaluate their teamwork skills and recognise how body language is used as an important means of communication.