Popular Team Building Activities
Our clients often ask us … ‘What are the popular teambuilding activities at the moment?’
DeSouza Associates work with a number of suppliers to ensure that we can provide the best possible team building solution for our clients and their events.
Here are some suggestions:
Quid Games
Unlike the Netflix TV series, Quid Games will consist of your team working together instead of against each other. To allow for a fair game, no information is disclosed about the games in advance. However, what can be said is that you may, or may not know some of them.
Each of the games will be played as a team allowing you the opportunity to win money for your team’s piggy bank. The overall aim of Quid Games is for your team to have the most money at the end of the game.
Although you need to think tactically throughout as you may lose players, will you forfeit your team to win the money, or will you forfeit the money to bring your team back for the grand finale?
Betrayers
The goal of this indoor team building event is to collaborate with your team to outperform your opponents before the time runs out.
You will compete head-to-head in four problem solving tasks, which will include puzzles and a scavenger hunt. Plot twist – there will be individuals in each team which have been given hidden agendas to sabotage your attempts to win.
The overall aim is to seek out the traitors amongst your team and gather the most earnings.
Benefits of this team building event: Something for everyone to enjoy and get involved in, plenty of laughter guaranteed, tried & tested problem-solving activities.
Master of the Tasks
Inspired by popular TV shows, Master of the Tasks challenges teams with a hilarious selection of team games that will literally have your people in stitches of laughter!
The games come in all shapes and sizes and are only revealed when teams open each golden challenge envelope. There’s absolutely something for everyone, with the name of the game being good old-fashioned fun.
Benefits of this team building event: Fun event, ideal for mixed groups, encourages team development, bonding and networking.
We booked this event for a client who had a fantastic evening – here’s her feedback!
It was AWESOME! Honestly we had such a blast, thank you so much to you and the team, haven’t laughed that much in a long time. Can feel it in my face and abs today that’s for certain!
Isn’t that great – we would love to book this event for you – why not get in touch and have a blast like our client did.
Qubed
A very popular indoor team building event. Step into a world of ultimate head-to-head challenges, as you test your skills and nerves under the pressure of the clock.
There are head-to-head challenges where teams can win extra money before taking on the team challenges. Practice time will be given before entering the actual ‘pressure zone’.
With several lives, just be careful not to lose all of them before it’s too late!
Benefits of this team building event: Fun event, ideal for mixed groups, encourages team development, bonding and networking.
We’d love to book one of these events for you
Whether you are looking for an off site team building day or just a couple of hours of fun, we can help – get in touch
Hunted
The goal is to outsmart the other teams and complete as many challenges as possible, before your rival teams catch you!
Equipped with an iPad and GPS map, you must navigate your team to locate hidden tasks, and complete mental puzzles, riddles and physical challenges. But you must stay hidden – if your opponents hunt you down and take a photo, you will lose points!
The team with the highest score at the end will take the victory.
This team building event involves: Problem solving, time management, communication skills, team bonding and strategic planning.
Survival Island
Your team has been stranded on a remote island with no signs of civilisation. Using your initiative and the skills that are taught to you, have you got what it takes to survive the island?
Each survival challenge is designed to involve every team member. Using what nature has to offer challenges include: Fire Lighting, Shelter Building, Stretcher Rescue, Knot Tying and Water Purification.
Why not try Something Different:
What our clients say
“I shouldn’t openly admit this but I often rely on Kate and Lida to save the day for me. We host all sorts of events and nothing is ever too much trouble for the team at DeSouza Associates. From sourcing large conference venues to team activities and restaurants in both the UK and Europe, nothing is ever too much trouble or too big a challenge for this team! They are wonderful to work with, professional and always hit the brief and timelines. I’ve been going to them for year and can’t see myself ever going to anyone else! The best in the business.”
Honestly, everything was perfect! The rooms were lovely, the meeting rooms were just what we wanted, the staff were very helpful, and the food was great! The list could go on….
Everyone who attended seemed to really enjoy themselves, and we got nothing but positive feedback about how smoothly things went.
Thanks so much again for helping us secure the venue and for answering all our many questions 😊 we really appreciate it! Looking forward to working with you again soon.
Finance Client
Our Top Tips
What do you want from the day?
It’s a good idea to know what you would like to achieve from the day. This will point us in the right direction of the type of activities to suggest in our proposal to you. Often the events can be adjusted to suit your needs.
Trusted suppliers
When you are looking to book a team building event you are looking to invest in your teams. With this in mind it is important to consider the quality of the event and to ensure it is run safely and professionally. We work with a group of trusted suppliers who we know will deliver a great event.
Timing
Do allow enough time for the team building activities in your schedule – remember you are investing in your team! You don’t want your delegates feeling rushed which could have a negative and opposite effect to its intended purpose. Ideally the activities should be run after the ‘business’ part of the day has finished, allowing guests to relax and enjoy themselves.
Engagement
The greatest success of any team building event is the engagement from your guests. They have to ‘buy’ into what you are doing and often the word teambuilding fills most people with dread.
A well planned event is crucial so choose a supplier who are established (like ourselves!) and you feel comfortable with – you will then benefit from a successful event.
Planning a team building activity on your own can be a daunting prospect. There are a lot of things to organise and it can be a little overwhelming to keep all the plates spinning, this is where we can help
Our View
Corporate team-building activities are getting more exciting than ever! They now offer fun, immersive, and trendy experiences that bring teams together for an unforgettable event.
When planning a team-building activity, picking the right venue is essential and this is where we excel! A great venue not only simplifies the planning process but also offers a unique setting that can make the experience truly unforgettable and enjoyable for everyone involved.
About the Author – Catherine Harding
With a lifelong love for hotels and hospitality sparked by travel across the UK and Europe, Catherine pursued a career in the industry from the outset. After gaining hands-on experience at high-profile venues and events, she honed her skills in venue finding for major corporate clients.
Now a valued member of DeSouza Associates, she combines deep industry knowledge with a personal, client-focused approach to deliver tailored event solutions.
Contact
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