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Clap Numbers

Thighs, hands, your number, someone else’s – whoever loses the rhythm drinks.

  • No equipment

How do you play Clap Numbers?

Count off so everyone has a number. Then keep a rhythm together:

  1. slap your thighs
  2. clap your hands
  3. right hand over your right shoulder – say your own number
  4. left hand over your left shoulder – say someone else’s number

The player called continues on the next beat. Whoever slips up, claps wrong, raises the wrong hand or hesitates drinks. Once everyone knows the numbers: count off again or use names instead.

Agree on drinks and amounts before you start. The game works just as well without alcohol.

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Clap Numbers: FAQ

How many players do you need for Clap Numbers?

Clap Numbers is played with 4–12 players.

What do you need for Clap Numbers?

Clap Numbers needs no equipment – just drinks of your choice.

How hard are the rules of Clap Numbers?

Rule difficulty: Medium. The instructions above are all you need to start.

Can you play Clap Numbers without alcohol?

Yes. Clap Numbers works just as well with water, soft drinks or alcohol-free beer. Agree on drinks and amounts before you start.

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