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The Samurai Game®

Course Duration: 2 Days 1 Night

Introduction

“Hard as diamond
Flexible as a willow
Smooth flowing like water
Empty as space”

– The Book Of Five Rings, Miyamoto Musashi –

The Samurai Game® is considered by many to be the most unique, intense and challenging leadership and teambuilding experiential simulation available anywhere. Tens of thousands of individuals from around the world have participated in it, through organizational and corporate trainings and retreats, university and leadership courses, and personal development programs. The Samurai Game® was invented, written, and first performed in 1977 by George Leonard, author, award-winning editor, musician, Aikido instructor and pioneer in the Human Potential movement.

The Samurai Game® is about the process of supporting a work group to operate in a team-oriented environment that is characterized by such philosophies as shared purpose, shared values, shared vision, shared mission and a performance development system that enables people to grow both personally and professionally. It is ideal for organizations with a high mix of seniority in age, experience and competency.

The program gives participants an opportunity to reconnect with their purpose and how they can align their thoughts and actions towards their personal and collective vision. The program involves participants to devote to achieving self-empowerment as individuals and as a team to reach new heights and create new paradigms in working relationships.

The Samurai Game® focuses on the following areas:

• Bushido
• Corporate core values
• Personal mastery
• Mission
• Vision

Learning Outcomes / Benefits

After this training workshop, participants will be able to:

• Align self with corporate values
• Develop a calm and clear mind when facing challenges
• Enhance effective leadership practices
• Maximize the effectiveness of every team member in an organization
• Strengthen personal resolve and courage in adversity

Key Content

Day 1

Module 1: Context Setting (9.00am – 10.30am)

Prepare for transformation! This module sets the stage with engaging activities and introduces the participants to the core principles of The Samurai Game®.

• Pre-Context Setting – W/OW Circle*
• Context setter – Japanese Handcuffs*
• Program briefing
• Ground rules
• Medical and safety
• Calling signals
• Introduction to theme and pillars

Module 2: Preparation (10.45am – 1.00pm)

This crucial phase isn't about strategy discussion; it focuses on entering a state of focused awareness, similar to the preparation rituals of the samurai. We'll achieve this through the GRACE principle:

• Ground: Feel a sense of stability and connection.
• Relax: Release tension and anxieties.
• Aware: Sharpen your senses and mental focus.
• Center: Find your inner balance and strength.
• Energize: Spark a sense of vitality and purpose.

Module 3: Practice (2.00pm – 3.30pm)

Before facing the ultimate test, this module prepares the participants with the necessary skills and strategies to conquer any battlefield.

• Learn to master battle formats
• Collaborate for a seamless execution
• Problem-solving and scenario training

Module 4: The Battle (3.45pm – 5.30pm)

In this module, participants will unleash their honed skills and teamwork in a thrilling battle against another team. Here's what awaits them:

• Engage in a thrilling battle against another team.
• Adopt battle strategies into action and make decisions under pressure.
• Face the test with resilience and a united spirit to claim victory!

Day 2

Module 5: Debrief Session (9.00am – 10.30am)

This module helps participants debrief and extract the key learnings and takeaways from the intense battle experience. We'll guide them to reflect on their actions, decisions, and teamwork, fostering valuable insights for future endeavors.

• 1 energizer – Tai Chi On The Park*
• First debrief in pairs
• Second debrief in armies
• Third debrief in the team

Module 6: Strategy Session (10.45am – 12.00pm)

This session delves deeper into the participants' battle experience using the powerful design thinking framework:

• Uncover the Roses
• Nurture the Buds
• Extract the Thorns

Module 7: The Wrap-Up (2.00pm – 3.30pm)

The final module celebrates the participants’ achievements and reinforces key learnings.

• 1 closing activity – WOW Factors*
• Final results check
• Anchoring learning
• Team awards
• Merit awards
• Acknowledgement
• Final circle-up

Target Audience

This program is suitable for all who want to be effective in everything in your workplace!

Methodology

• Professional Facilitation
• Experiential Learning
• Storytelling
• Role-Playing
• Demonstrations
• Paired & Group Activities
• Games & Simulations