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If you're unable to get your team together in person but still want to help them reconnect, we've got some ideas.
Our exercises work within a virtual or hybrid event agenda, to replicate the fun, enthusiasm and personal connection that comes from face-to-face events, in a virtual format. We aim to prevent virtual event fatigue, with state interrupters that shake up the day and propel the event forward with energy. These exercises are especially effective when used as/for:
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WARM-UPS,
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THE PAPER ELEPHANT (10 mins)
A short starter exercise that levels the playing field and gives everyone a bit of fun! There’s also absolutely no pressure to be good at it…because we’re all starting from scratch. We’ll ask everyone to grab a piece of paper, put it behind their back and tear out the shape of an elephant…no peeking. Half of the fun is in watching everyone’s faces as they complete the task! Who can make the best elephant? zero balancing (10 mins)
An “alternative” way of getting your body and mind working together. On one level, it frees up the “energy pathways”, by tapping on acupuncture pressure points; on another level, it’s just a silly series of actions that will wake you up, switch you on and prepare you for the day. THE PERFORMER'S WARMUP (10 MINS)
Have you been talking for a long time? Is your voice getting tired? Or are you just wanting to get everyone ready for the day? These quick head, jaw and shoulder exercises, as well as vocal warmups, taken from a professional performer’s routine, will relax your speaking muscles and ready your voice… YOU'RE LIKE ME, BECAUSE... (20 MINS)
The group is presented with a number of random objects (think a can of baked beans, a cricket bat, a pen, a bunch of flowers, a lemon, etc.). Everyone has to align themselves with the object with which they most identify- no matter how tenuous the link is. Tell us your story… HANDS UP, HANDS DOWN (5 MINS)
A quick-fire exercise that starts from common ground and gradually refines the group down to a select few that have an interesting story to tell. “Put your hands up if you’re on this Zoom call…keep your hands up if you’re sitting in your office…keep your hands up if you have a cup of tea…” COMMONALITIES (20-30 MINS)
Outside of working for the same company, what do we have in common? This exercise builds relationships within the group based on commonalities outside of the business world and gets out some great stories. 1,2,3,3,2,1 (15 MINS)
This exercise looks at knowing when to act and knowing when to be still. It requires concentration, intuition and observation skills to pre-empt and react to the actions of your colleagues. One person raises their hand for 10 seconds, then puts it down. Two people then do the same. Then three… SHAPE DESCRIPTION (15 MINS)
How good is your imagination and ability to follow instructions accurately? This exercise will put you to the test. We’ll describe a combination of shapes, which, put together, form a picture. Your task? Draw exactly what you’ve heard and try to be as accurate as possible… BEHOLD! (5 MINS)
This involves a lot of hilarity and good humour. We’ll shout a statement that has to be brought to life by specific groups of people. E.g., “Behold! Everybody in Spain has spaghetti for arms!” or “behold! All the men here are paranoid about their ears!” Your job is just to respond in kind… 30 SECONDS TO FIND... (20 MINS)
You, at home, have 30 seconds to find something that fits the criteria we announce: most niche utensil, biggest mug, stupidest thing you can stir a cup of tea with, brightest object, something that represents your town or country…go! |
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IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP
Most people do not consider themselves imaginative, creative, or able to make something up on the spot. This activity- through the exploration of the basics of comedy improvisation- shows what you can achieve if you allow your imagination free rein, always say “yes” and have the support of others. IMPROV POWERPOINT
A tricky task for those who are good at thinking on their feet! Members of the team are tasked with hosting a presentation, but they have a slide deck they’ve never seen before, which may contain some…interesting…content. Can they seamlessly deliver their presentation without knowing what’s coming next? GUESS WHO?
Much like the title suggests, this involves working out who’s who. The team are independently asked a series of questions (favourite film, item of clothing, best memory, etc.) and their answers recorded. The answers are then released to the wider team and throughout the event, attendees are given the task of matching the answers to their fellow team members. It’s harder than you think! |
TEAM CHALLENGES:
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TEAM CHALLENGES:
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COSTUME PARTY RECYCLING CHALLENGE
There’s a drive for sustainability right now, but can you replicate this at home? Your challenge is to make your own fancy dress costume- the kicker is that it all needs to be made from recycled materials. Get saving your boxes! NEWS BULLETIN
In the style of a tongue-in-cheek newsroom, teams are tasked with telling the story of the event in their own way, ready to replay to the rest of the group. This could involve pictures and screenshots they’ve taken of the event, notes and reportages from other attendees, and even interviews! Bonus points for any team that gives the best news-show presentation. THE ART OF BUSINESS
Teams are given the task of representing their team, function, business- or even their journey over the last months or years- in art form. What you use is up to you, but it must tell your story...how will you do this when you can only collaborate over the virtual airwaves? THE ART GALLERY
Like The Art of Business session, this is a creative exercise, but it’s far more personal. Your task is to find an object, picture or structure that you believe represents you, your journey and your contribution to the organisation. Think of it as a time capsule- how will you be remembered? Write up the artist’s notes, create your display and we’ll tour the “art gallery” together. FIND YOUR TREASURE
This session is a team treasure hunt with a difference: the treasure is the knowledge you gain and the stories you tell. Using where you live/where you are based as your canvas, find objects and tell stories that represent you, your team and your business...wherever you can find it on your treasure hunt! THE STORYBOOK CHALLENGE
This session is fun, creative and always features lots of laughter! We'll give you a story (think classic literature, films, plays or even pantomime) and your team will have to work together to tell part- or all- of the story. Yes, virtually. There will be top marks for creativity (think costumes, props and makeup!), collaboration and your willingness to get stuck in... |
Virtual team session FAQs
Yes!
It might not be quite the same as getting everyone together in the same room, but we can promise it will be far more engaging than your average online event. Our exercises have been redesigned to capture the essence of face-to-face event energy, providing people with the chance to reconnect, collaborate and have fun- you're just on a screen instead of next to each other.
It might not be quite the same as getting everyone together in the same room, but we can promise it will be far more engaging than your average online event. Our exercises have been redesigned to capture the essence of face-to-face event energy, providing people with the chance to reconnect, collaborate and have fun- you're just on a screen instead of next to each other.
Yes. We understand that not everyone has the resources or budget to bring in external facilitators to run their team activities- especially at a time where cost is imperative.
With our Workshop-in-a-Box Toolkit, we're offering our exercises, activities and workshops as off-the-shelf purchases for you to use in your events. We'll send you a "workshop-in-a-box", packaging up the materials and facilitator notes for you and your team to run- for as many events as you need.
More information available here.
With our Workshop-in-a-Box Toolkit, we're offering our exercises, activities and workshops as off-the-shelf purchases for you to use in your events. We'll send you a "workshop-in-a-box", packaging up the materials and facilitator notes for you and your team to run- for as many events as you need.
More information available here.
We totally understand that with a constantly-changing environment during the pandemic, you may need to cancel or postpone your event.
Our new Terms and Conditions now reflect your options if you need to do so.
Our new Terms and Conditions now reflect your options if you need to do so.
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If you're after a virtual team building session for your event,
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"The evening team challenge activity was really enjoyed, I’m sure you could tell by the way everyone threw themselves into it! A welcome fun element after a lot of thinking during the day."
- Learning and Development Partner, global construction firm
