Nitro Crossing

Swing rope team challenge to develop problem-solving & cooperation.

Nitro Crossing

Swing rope team challenge to develop problem-solving & cooperation.

Swing Rope Team Challenge

This classic group initiative creates an exciting physical and mental test that requires strategic thinking and collaborative problem-solving. Nitro Crossing combines the thrill of a swing rope challenge with the complexity of transporting both people and objects safely across a divide. Ideal for corporate team-building, outdoor education, or adventure camps, it will help your group explore communication, leadership, and risk assessment skills.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

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Assess your group’s physical abilities and spotting skills as required for this exercise.
Identify and position two ‘safe’ areas using a wooden platform, rope rings or tripwires approx 2 metres radius from the hanging position of the suspended swing rope.
Direct your group to stand within one of the safe areas.
Objective: Challenge your group to transport every member of their group and a bucket of water to the other safe area using the suspended swing rope without touching the space in between.
If any water is spilled, the whole group must start over.
If any team member steps into or touches the ‘no-touch’ zone, that person and one other must return to the starting safe zone.
The swing rope starts from the hanging position, ie the group needs to work out how to retrieve it.
Allow up to 20 minutes to complete the task (or other time as will challenge your group.)
Process your group’s experience at the conclusion of the task.

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