Domino Effect Challenge

Build a section. Connect the chain. Watch it all fire as one. The Domino Effect Challenge is a giant Rube Goldberg build where every team's machine links into a single, room-wide chain reaction.

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12-500+ people
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Everything you need to know about Domino Effect Challenge

The Domino Effect Challenge is built around a giant Rube Goldberg machine. The goal is simple to state and gloriously complicated to pull off: create an innovative, elegant machine that completes one simple task in the most intricate way possible.

Each team designs and builds its own section of the machine. Then - and this is where it comes alive - every section is linked together into one continuous chain reaction that runs through the entire room. One trigger, and the whole thing fires from start to finish.

It's artful, creative, and genuinely fun, and it mirrors real organizational life: lots of teams, each with their own piece, that only succeed when every hand-off connects.

How Domino Effect Challenge works

1
Teams are formed and given their mission
2
Each team designs its own section of the machine
3
Teams build and test their chain reaction until it fires every time
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All sections are linked into one giant machine
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The big reveal - one trigger sets off the full chain, then a debrief
Real Impact That Matters
Just like your organization, every team holds its own piece - and it only works when all the hand-offs connect. It's collaboration you can literally watch succeed.
Builds Deep Team Connection
Shared purpose creates powerful bonds. Teams collaborate, problem-solve, and celebrate together—creating memories and relationships that last.
Expertly Facilitated Experience
Our professional facilitators guide every step, from icebreakers to debrief, ensuring meaningful engagement and maximum team learning.
Duration
1–3 hours (customizable)
Venue
Indoor space (hotel ballroom, conference center, office)
Space per team
100–150 sq ft per team of 4–6
Team size
4-6 people
Setup needed
One 6ft rectangular table + chairs per team
Charity coordination
Fully managed by FullTilt
Coverage
Available nationwide with local facilitators
Customisation
Add company branding, themes, or messaging

What your team will experience during Domino Effect Challenge

Step 1

Welcome and team formation

Teams meet each other and the facilitators, get divided into balanced groups, and receive an overview of the day's mission - building one giant machine together.

Step 2

The mission and the master plan

Teams learn how their individual sections will connect into a single room-wide Rube Goldberg machine, and see the simple task the finished machine has to complete.

Step 3

Design and Planning

Each team sketches and plans its own section, deciding how to use the materials to carry the chain reaction smoothly from one end to the other.

Step 4

Build and Test

Teams construct their section and test it again and again, troubleshooting until their piece fires reliably every single time.

Step 5

Linking the Sections

Teams connect their machine to their neighbors', negotiating clean hand-offs so the reaction passes seamlessly from one section to the next.

Step 6

The Full System Test

Every section is joined into one continuous chain. Teams make final adjustments together and build the suspense for the big moment.

Step 7

The big reveal and debrief

The machine is triggered and the chain reaction runs start to finish. Teams celebrate, then reflect on the collaboration, communication, and problem-solving that made it work.

Your team walks away from Domino Effect Challenge with more than a completed activity

Stronger Team Bonds
Shared purpose creates lasting connections
Improved Communication
Practice clear, collaborative dialogue
Enhanced Problem-Solving
Work through challenges as a unit
Greater Empathy
Understand different perspectives deeply
Aligned Purpose
Unite around common goals and values
Trust and Collaboration
Build confidence in each other
Boosted Morale
Pride in meaningful accomplishment
Sense of Impact
Tangible contribution to someone's life

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“On behalf of the Management team, I would like to officially Thank You for leading our teams today through “End Hunger Games”! The feedback from our community was overwhelmingly positive and a great way to end our day. The donation to the Food Bank resonated with us all and was the best part of the exercise.”

Microsoft

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“I am so happy that we worked with you for Capco’s event in Puerto Rico. I really can’t say enough good things about Kerry and his team. They were all incredibly helpful, fun, professional, and just plain great at their jobs. Such amazing attitudes, professionalism, and willingness to adapt. The feedback from participants has been overwhelming, everyone had such a great time.”

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“I liked that different people can come together quickly when genuine effort is applied. We learned how to work together effectively. Teams can work well together when everyone is given space and opportunity to do what they do best. Teamwork can be achieved in a hectic setting.”

Teranet

Cross Boundary Comms Training

“Kerry, it was a pleasure meeting you. How you incorporated our characteristics and traits were perfect. I loved the elements to the boat building as well from negotiating, consulting, showcasing the product-all of it-YOU were the perfect fit for this dynamic team. What was created yesterday was epic and it will last with them for a lifetime. Thank you and thank you photos. I am sure we will be in touch.”

FCCS Consulting

Cross Boundary Comms Training

“The event was a huge success! Tom was amazing to work with! It created the common thread we wanted to pull through the entire meeting and beyond. Many mentioned how in the beginning they were skeptical and it seemed like an impossible task yet somehow over a short two hour period we were able to build a functional mechanism within our group AND connect the motions with two partner groups to achieve an extraordinary outcome.”

AstraZeneca

Cross Boundary Comms Training

“Kerry, the event was a HUGE success. People raved about how fun it was. This morning over breakfast, one participant told me they had participated in a lot of team-building activities, and this was by far the best 😊

Thank you so much - we will definitely reach out in the future!”

Elekta

Cross Boundary Comms Training

“We had a great experience with Fulltilt and still have people from the field who enjoyed it so much. They've reached out to get contact information for their own partner's event to help with recommendations. The event itself was easy because the team set everything up, it created an incredible experience for those involved. I've never hosted an event where EVERYONE participated in a way like they did with the raceway.

As someone who has planned multiple in-person events / activities, I truly feel this was an actual unique activity that none of our field members had done before. They were excited, engaged, and had fun with it. If we have another in-person event, we will absolutely leverage Fulltilt (maybe even the same activity) again.

Can't recommend enough! If there are any other questions I might be able to provide, happy to!”

Kat Gerlich

Cross Boundary Comms Training

“It really was quite spectacular! It went better than I could have expected. Everyone was engaged and enthusiastic and Kerri did a great job running it all! Our Angela was amazing too and kept everything running smoothly!

I will definitely share the feedback survey and pics with our team. Thank you for your help setting this all up and please let Kerri know we thought he did an amazing job!

I think the good word will spread and you will be getting some requests for info on your events.”

Spero Therapeutics

“The event was absolutely incredible. We received an outpour of feedback from the field sharing their gratitude for the event and many shared that this was the best event they've ever done. It allowed for incredible creativity, and the team really came together.”

BetterUp

Vice President, Head of Clinical Operations

“You and your team are rockstars! Everyone had an amazing time, lots of laughs and you nailed the theme of our building event. We simply couldn't have asked for anything more. We appreciate your enthusiasm and energy, it was contagious!

We really appreciate you taking pictures and videos for us!!”

Tokio Marine

“The event was really good. Tom is a self proclaimed Airbus fan, so that helped get us on side immediately!

The whole event was managed very well, the team learned a little more about each other as well as about themselves. Easy to follow activities creating a sense of understanding that while the activities were a game for us, to others it is their reality day in and day out.

Tom and August did a lovely job and we go to meet the non-profit from where the chairs will be distributed.”

AirBus

Cross Boundary Comms Training

"The event was a success! Initially, my group was nervous about what this "culture activity" would entail, but the activity exceeded our expectations. I'm grateful for your help and look forward to future opportunities.

Again, thank you so much; it was an absolute pleasure working with you all!"

Capital Impact Partners

Cross Boundary Comms Training

"We built cardboard boats and sailed them in the hotel pool during our first offsite as a team since PepsiCo Labs doubled its size. Our time in Miami was revealing and energizing, reinforcing our tight-knit culture as we bring innovative tech solutions to solve PepsiCo's challenges.." 😊

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PepsiCo

"The Team Building went great and Kerry did a terrific job of integrating salient points with our morning Keynote. We did have some participants that wished we had spent more time on the Domino Effect and a little less on the paper challenge, but I think a lot of take aways came from both activities and the overall group wanted to keep trying. We are gathering feedback with a survey and will share more with you next week.

Thank you!"

Pitney Bowes

Cross Boundary Comms Training

“All was great! very flexible and accommodating despite the time challenges we faced last minute.”

Reynolds America

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“We had such a good time. I received great feedback from the leaders that the event was exactly what they wanted and the teams had a lot of fun. Matthew and Jo were great facilitators. They provided good insights, kept the room moving and made the event seamless. Thank you all again!

Expedia Group

Mission Incredible

“Very Nicely done from start to finish! Scott was amazing to work with, he understood our team's needs and offered different team-building program options to deliver to our Sales Leaders. The result was a fun, memorable, and engaging event experience. I would absolutely recommend FullTilt Teams to other organizations looking to strengthen their teams and build relationships.”

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“I believe it has been one of the best training we have ever had. The activities were well planned, it kept the staff well engaged and generated a lot of reflection. We were able to get some tools and skills that can be implemented in our personal lives and professional careers.
I think, time was the only thing that we were short of but I know we were trying to cover a lot of topics within the limited time that we had."

ECE - DCPS

Optimal Time Management

“5 stars! Scott & Mike were so wonderful to work with. They both answered every single question we had and jumped on numerous calls leading up to our event. They made the entire process seamless and handled everything professionally. Our leadership team really enjoyed all of the challenges and the bike build. Mike was energetic and we had a blast! It was a great way to get to know each other better and have some fun outside of our meetings. Thank you so much Scott, Mike, & FullTilt team!”

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Have questions about Domino Effect Challenge?

We've got answers.

What is the Domino Effect Challenge team building activity?

The Domino Effect Challenge is a hands-on team building activity built around a giant Rube Goldberg machine. Each team builds its own section, and all the sections are linked into one continuous chain reaction that runs through the whole room from a single trigger.

How does the Domino Effect Challenge work?

Teams are formed and briefed, then each team designs and builds its own section of the machine. Teams test their piece until it fires reliably, connect it to their neighbors' sections, and finally the entire machine is triggered in one big reveal, followed by a debrief.

Is the Domino Effect Challenge a Rube Goldberg machine?

Yes. It's based on a giant Rube Goldberg machine - an intentionally elaborate contraption that completes one simple task through a long, elegant chain reaction that every team helps build.

How many people can do the Domino Effect Challenge?

It scales from about 12 participants to 500 or more, in teams of 4–6. Because every team's section links into one machine, it's especially strong for large groups and conferences.

How long does the Domino Effect Challenge take?

Most events run 1–3 hours, including the briefing, design, build, linking, and the final reveal and debrief. Timing can be tailored to your schedule.

Is the Domino Effect Challenge indoor or outdoor?

It's an indoor activity. It runs comfortably in a hotel ballroom, conference center, or office space.

What space and setup does the Domino Effect Challenge need?

We recommend about 100–150 square feet and one 6ft rectangular table with chairs per team of 4–6. Full Tilt coordinates room setup with your venue, so you don't have to.

What skills does the Domino Effect Challenge build?

It develops collaboration, communication, creative problem-solving, planning, and execution under pressure - and it makes the value of clean hand-offs between teams impossible to miss.

Where can you run the Domino Effect Challenge, and how much does it cost?

Full Tilt runs the Domino Effect Challenge nationwide across the US, plus Canada and Mexico. Cost depends on group size, location, and customization — request a custom quote with your headcount and date for an accurate figure.

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