Track 01 · Inclusive
The Inclusive Obstacle Race
A 20-minute race built on teamwork, trust, communication, empathy and openness to new experiences — designed for participants of different abilities, in pairs where one partner is blindfolded. It is a journey, not a competition: everyone matters, and everyone finishes.
The participant's journey
A hero's journey in five stages
- 01
Ordinary world
A teenager lives a normal school life and has never really thought about inclusion or accessibility.
- 02
Call
They are invited to an inclusive obstacle race exploring teamwork, accessibility and empathy — curious but unsure, they step in.
- 03
Threshold
They accept the invitation and enter an experience built to change how they see inclusion in today's world.
- 04
Trials
Facing uncertainty and new teammates, they overcome fear obstacle by obstacle, build trust and switch perspectives.
- 05
Return
They go home with new awareness, share the experience with friends and family, and start noticing barriers everywhere.
What they take home
The young person becomes more empathetic, open-minded and confident when interacting with people who experience the world differently. They understand teamwork, accessibility and supporting others without judgement.
The obstacles
5 obstacles, in order
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How to run this track
Facilitation guide
Opening ritual — the threshold
Welcome participants in a relaxed, informal circle. Introduce the race as a teamwork journey, not a competition. Start with a short energizer where each participant says their name and makes one movement the whole group repeats. Explain that every participant matters and everyone supports each other during the race.
Warm-up suggestions
- Name & movement game
- Short team-based mini game
- Team clap rhythm challenge
- Short stretching & movement warm-up
These help participants relax, connect and prepare for cooperation.
During the race
- Encourage teamwork rather than speed.
- Observe group dynamics and support quieter participants.
- Intervene when necessary.
- Use positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Adapt challenges if participants struggle physically or emotionally.
Closing & debrief — the return
- Which obstacle challenged your team the most, and why?
- When did you feel most supported by your team?
- What helped your group communicate successfully?
- How did inclusion appear during the activities?
Keep going
See the other tracks and the full obstacle library.