Pedicab Sprint
Build a pedicab, choose your passenger and race to the line.
About
In Pedicab Sprint, teams build their own three-wheeled passenger cart within a tight time frame. It is a fast, hands-on challenge that gets everyone moving from the very first minute.
Working from supplied plans, each team turns a self-assembly kit into the ultimate cardboard racing vehicle, sturdy enough to carry a passenger.
Once it is built, teams decorate their pedicab so it stands out from the rest, adding colour, character and a few finishing touches. Teams also choose who will take the passenger seat and who will power the pedicab on race day.
The challenge ends with a race, in which teams pit their pedicabs against each other in a test of speed and control. With cheering supporters and a dash to the finish line, it is a lively finale that brings the whole group together. It suits parks, courtyards and large indoor halls.
Learning outcomes
Pedicab Sprint is a quick and energetic way to practise planning and teamwork. Teams have little time, so they must organise themselves and share out tasks immediately.
Splitting into sub-teams to build different parts shows how work comes together when everyone understands the overall goal.
Building something strong enough to carry a passenger encourages attention to detail and quality, as weak joints are exposed on the track.
Decorating the pedicab adds creativity and team pride, while choosing the passenger and riders sparks plenty of good-natured discussion.
The race is a burst of laughter and cheering that leaves everyone energised. Teams finish with a shared sense of achievement and a story they will retell for a long time.
Facilitators keep everyone safe and on schedule, and the finale gives every team a moment in the spotlight.
Program flow
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Briefing
Teams receive their pedicab kit and plans and learn the rules of the race.
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Form sub-teams
Teams split into smaller groups to work on different parts of the pedicab at the same time.
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Build
Sub-teams assemble their parts and join them into one sturdy three-wheeled cart.
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Decorate
Teams add colour and character, and choose their passenger and riders for race day.
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Race
Pedicabs race to the finish line, and the fastest team is crowned champion.
What is included
Included
- Professional facilitators on the day
- Pedicab kits and plans
- Tools and decorating materials
- Race course set-up
- Awards for the winning team
Not included
- Venue hire
- Catering and refreshments
- Audiovisual equipment
- Coach transfers
- Branded materials
Frequently asked questions
How many participants can take part?
From 10 to 500, split into smaller teams.
How long does it last?
Around 1.5 hours, including the briefing and wrap-up.
Do we need building experience?
No. The plans are simple, and facilitators help every team.
Can it run indoors or outdoors?
Either. We can run it indoors, outdoors or a mix of both, depending on the venue and the season.
Who rides in the pedicab?
Each team chooses a passenger, while teammates power the pedicab along the course.
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