Zen Counting System
Objectives
Icebreakers/Warmups Communication Circle GamesHow to decide which Card Counting System to Use: All of card counting is based on the skill of tracking the ratio of high to low cards. Since Edward Thorp developed his initial card counting system, dozens of other systems have been developed, with varying degrees of difficulty and effectiveness. Zen Card Counting System in Blackjack The Basics of the Zen System. An important thing for would-be card counters to understand is that all card counting. Card Values in the Zen System. Each card in the deck has a numerical value in the Zen system. These values are known as. Aces in the ZEN.
Group Size
MediumMaterials
Set Up
None
Directions
Have the group count from one to ten. The larger the group, the harder this is and the longer it can take.Start by giving them instructions and letting them ask questions, but don't allow them to plan any strategy (e.g. there should be no designated order).The rules:
- Only one person can talk at a time; if two people speak at once, the group must start over.
- No one person can say two consecutive numbers.
- No gestures allowed
If they become good at it, have them try with their eyes closed.