Using templates when creating a board

When you create a new board in Retrospective Lab, you first choose a template. That determines which columns and prompts are already set up, so your team can get started right away.

Plenty of choice

Retrospective Lab offers 70+ templates, from classics like Start-Stop-Continue to specific formats for sprint reviews, incident retros and team building. Not sure which fits your situation? Read popular retro formats for an explanation of the best-known options.

Four languages

Every template is available in Dutch, English, Spanish and German — handy for international teams or if team members prefer working in their own language. Want to switch language? See profile and language.

Available on the Free plan too

All templates are available on the Free plan — there's no premium template hidden behind a paywall. You only pay for more retros per month or extra facilitators, not for choice of formats. Check pricing for the full overview.

Get started right away

As soon as you pick a template and open the board, the columns are ready to go — there's nothing to set up yourself. See starting your first retrospective for the full step-by-step flow.