Course Description
Agile & Scrum 101: Workshop (Theme Park Simulation)
Perfect for individuals and teams new to Agile and Scrum, this two-day interactive workshop provides a practical introduction to Agile principles, Scrum practices and modern ways of working. Participants learn the fundamentals before putting them into action through an engaging Theme Park Simulation, where changing requirements and iterative delivery bring Agile to life. This course is ideal for organisations beginning their Agile journey or looking to establish a shared understanding of Agile across their teams.
Agile & Scrum 101: Workshop
Learn Agile by Building, Collaborating and Adapting
Develop a practical understanding of Agile and Scrum through an engaging two-day workshop that combines expert-led learning with an immersive Theme Park Simulation.
Designed for individuals and teams beginning their Agile journey, this intensive course introduces the principles, frameworks and techniques that underpin successful Agile delivery. Participants explore Scrum roles, events and artefacts, learn how to prioritise work based on customer value, and develop the confidence to apply Agile practices in real-world environments.
The workshop culminates in a high-energy Theme Park Simulation, where participants work as Scrum teams to design and build a new themed attraction while responding to changing requirements, customer feedback and unexpected challenges—bringing Agile principles to life in a memorable, hands-on way.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand Agile principles and values
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Differentiate between common Agile frameworks, including Scrum and Kanban
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Understand Scrum roles, ceremonies and artefacts
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Write effective User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
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Estimate and prioritise work using Agile techniques
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Understand concepts such as Story Points, Velocity and WSJF
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Apply Definition of Ready (DoR) and Definition of Done (DoD)
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Facilitate Agile planning, reviews and retrospectives
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Understand how AI strategy, OKRs and Communities of Practice support modern Agile organisations
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Apply Agile thinking confidently within their own teams
Agile & Scrum 101: Workshop
Course Content:
Agile & Scrum 101: Theme Park Simulation is a practical, two-day workshop designed to introduce the fundamentals of Agile and Scrum through a combination of expert-led learning and an engaging, hands-on business simulation.
Day 1 – Agile & Scrum Foundations
Build a strong understanding of Agile principles and the Scrum framework before exploring the practical tools used by high-performing Agile teams.
Topics include:
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Agile values, principles and ways of working
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Traditional vs Agile delivery
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Scrum roles, events and artefacts
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Product Backlogs and Sprint Backlogs
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Writing effective User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
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The INVEST model for high-quality requirements
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Estimation using Story Points and Velocity
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Prioritisation with WSJF (Weighted Shortest Job First)
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Scrum boards, visual management and Kanban
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Definition of Ready (DoR) and Definition of Done (DoD)
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Continuous improvement through retrospectives
Day 2 – Strategy & Theme Park Simulation
The second day combines modern Agile thinking with an immersive hands-on simulation, giving participants the opportunity to apply everything they've learned in a realistic team environment.
Morning sessions cover:
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Developing an AI-first mindset
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Identifying high-value AI opportunities
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Using Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) to align work with business outcomes
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Building collaboration through Communities of Practice
Afternoon Theme Park Simulation
Working in Scrum teams, participants take part in a fast-paced simulation where they design and build a new themed attraction through a series of short sprints. As customer requirements evolve and unexpected challenges arise, teams must adapt, collaborate and continuously improve—just as they would in a real Agile project.
The workshop concludes with a facilitated debrief, connecting the lessons from the simulation to practical workplace applications and identifying actions participants can implement immediately.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for:
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Individuals new to Agile and Scrum
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Organisations beginning an Agile transformation
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Project Managers and Delivery Managers
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Product Owners and Product Managers
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Business Analysts
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Team Leaders and Managers
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Software Developers and Testers
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IT and Digital teams
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Operations and Service Management professionals
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Anyone looking to better understand Agile ways of working
No previous Agile experience is required.
Why Invest in Agile & Scrum Training?
The success of any Agile transformation depends on your people. Without a shared understanding of Agile principles and Scrum practices, teams can struggle with inconsistent ways of working, poor collaboration and resistance to change.
By investing in this workshop, you're giving your teams the practical skills and confidence to work more effectively together, adapt to changing priorities and deliver value faster. Participants return to the workplace with a common language, proven frameworks and hands-on experience that can be applied immediately.
Why Choose Simulation-Based Learning?
People learn best by doing.
Rather than sitting through presentations, participants make decisions, solve problems, collaborate under pressure and immediately experience the impact of their choices.
This hands-on approach creates stronger engagement, deeper understanding and learning that is far more likely to transfer into the workplace.
Ready to Bring Agile to Life?
Empower your teams with practical skills, shared understanding and the confidence to embrace change. Our immersive simulations create engaging learning experiences that deliver lasting results.
Contact us today to discuss your goals and discover the right workshop for your team.
