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Problem-solving

Cup Stack Challenge

Teams stack cups into a pyramid using only a rubber band tied to strings.

Time
15 min
Group
4–40 people
Format
In-office
Energy
Lively
Budget
Low
Materials
Paper cups, rubber bands, string

How to run it

  1. 1
    Tie 4 strings to a rubber band, one per player.
  2. 2
    Teams use the band to pick up and place cups. No hands on cups.
  3. 3
    Build a pyramid of 6 cups.
  4. 4
    Fastest team wins.

Variations

  • 10-cup pyramid for round two.
  • One player is blindfolded and guided by voice.

Host tips

Prepare the string tools before the session.
Works best in teams of 4.