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Jeju Haenyeo Breath-Hold Challenge

J
PLAYERS
2+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Both
MATERIALS
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.