Rec’d on YT | Play+ Primal Games | Relaxed Play Structure Template with Ken Du

Ron & Ken run a game template from Play+, the Process Philosophy of PlayPlay is willing, self-induced engagement in, and the experience of, novel, consequent opportunity. that consists of 4 Primal Games:
Let’s approach **Relaxed Play Structure** within the Primal Games framework, focusing on enhancing flexibility and creativity by reducing strict rules.

### Conceptual Overview of Loose Structure

– **Focus**: The goal of Relaxed Play Structure is to reduce the emphasis on strict rules and routines, fostering a more flexible, adaptive, and creative training environment. This involves creating opportunities for the dog to explore and experiment within a less rigid framework.

### Practical Application in the Primal Games

1. **Transition from “GiveThe Give is a retrieve to the hand. A cued Give is a foundational skill that is not super useful in the actual performance of disc dog freestyle, and has huge applications for... & Take” to “Which Way?”**
– **Original Game Dynamics**: “Give & Take” focuses on clear boundaries and expectations through bitework, establishing the rules and norms of interaction.
– **Shift in Focus**: Transitioning to “Which Way?” introduces flexibility and coupled & dynamic decision-making, allowing the team to explore different paths and responses to and from positions. This shift encourages adaptability and creative thinking, reducing the rigidity of the initial game and it’s exciting for all members of the team due to it’s novel, consequent nature.
2. **Transition from “This, Wait… Next"Next" encapsulates the dog's anticipation of a forthcoming reward, sparking motivation and excitement. This expectancy creates a driving force that propels the dog through training, forming a continuous loop of engagement. When "Next"...!” to “This, That, the Other”**
– **Original Game Dynamics**: “This, Wait… Next!” involves controlled anticipation and the use of expectant markers. We use this to capture key moments and turn them into Ideal Facts and SkillsSkills are purposeful actions that require information from the environment. In Play+, performance revolves around Actions & Skills rather than behaviors. (Ready-to-Hand: Skills as Tools).
– **Shift in Focus**: Moving to “This, That, the Other” expands on this by introducing variability and the need for adaptability in performing sequences. This promotes flexibility and creative problem-solving, contrasting with the structured nature of the initial game.

### Enhancements to Training Focus with Relaxed Structure

– **Reduce Rigid Structures**: Focus the training on more fluid and less formally structured exercises. This might involve allowing for more improvisation or personal adaptation of tasks by the dog, encouraging them to explore different ways of accomplishing goals.
– **Promote Flexibility and Creativity**: Introduce training elements that require thinking outside the box or adapting on the fly. This encourages the dog to develop problem-solving skills and adaptability, rather than just following a set pattern.

– **Foster a More Relaxed Atmosphere**: Create a training environment that feels less like a strict classroom and more like a playground. This might involve using games that have variable outcomes or paths, depending on the choices made by the dog during the exercise.

This is our first
via PVybe on YT: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRTmgpfG168