Choosing the Right Activity
The best team building activity depends on your team's dynamics, physical abilities, and interests. Survey your team before planning — an activity that half the team dreads will not build morale. Consider accessibility and ensure everyone can participate comfortably.
Activity Ideas by Budget
Low budget: Park picnic with games, office trivia tournament, cooking challenge, volunteer day, hiking or nature walk.
Medium budget: Escape room, bowling, cooking class, wine or beer tasting, go-karting, mini golf.
Higher budget: Overnight retreat, professional facilitated workshop, adventure activities (zip-lining, kayaking), sports tournament, creative workshop (pottery, art class).
Planning Timeline
- 6 weeks before: Choose the activity and book the venue
- 4 weeks before: Send invitations and collect dietary/accessibility requirements
- 2 weeks before: Confirm bookings and finalise logistics
- 1 week before: Send a reminder with final details
- Day of: Arrive early to set up and brief any facilitators
Making It Inclusive
Not everyone enjoys the same activities. Avoid activities that require high fitness levels unless you know your team is comfortable with that. Provide options where possible. Consider dietary restrictions for any food-related activities. And most importantly, make participation feel welcoming rather than mandatory.
Measuring Success
A successful team building event is one where people connect meaningfully, not just complete an activity. After the event, gather informal feedback. Did people enjoy it? Did they connect with colleagues they do not normally interact with? Use this feedback to improve future events.