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Company festival in Szczecin: plan station rotation

Even a good activity disappoints when guests wait longer than they practise. Short slots and clear information distribute demand. Families, employees and observers need a sensible flow.

Workshop group in Szczecin
Photo from a WCSiB training session.

Calculate capacity

Note how many people can practise at once and how long each session takes including the debrief. Compare this with expected visitors. Add a parallel station or simplify the route if demand is high, instead of removing necessary explanations.

Separate age groups

Children need carer supervision and simple help-seeking activities. Teenagers may explore peer pressure; adults can practise communication and leaving a difficult situation. One mixed group makes pace and language harder to adjust.

Explain the schedule

A sign should show the topic, times and participation rules. Someone must communicate changes to trainers and guests. Share visitor estimates and site layout for a realistic rotation.

An example station rhythm

Schedule short adult slots with separate children’s blocks. Instructors need a moment between groups to explain rules and reset the area. When demand is high, numbered entry for a later time can prevent crowds. Leave a buffer for questions and delays. The coordinator should know whether to add a block or limit capacity if attendance differs from the estimate.

WCSiB · Samoobrona Poznań · Samoobrona Warszawa

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