Jeju Haenyeo Breath-Hold Challenge
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PLAYERS
2+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Both
MATERIALS
- A stopwatch or phone timer
- Optional: a basin of water for a seated version
HOW TO PLAY
1
Explain that the game honors Jeju's freediving women, who hold their breath while gathering from the seafloor.
2
Each player sits comfortably, takes a few calm breaths, then holds their breath while the timer runs.
3
Players raise a hand the moment they need to breathe, and the timer stops for them.
4
Record each player's time and compare after everyone has gone.
5
Never encourage pushing past mild discomfort, and skip anyone with breathing or heart concerns.
6
Play a second round after a rest to see who improves their own time the most.