Team building activities are an excellent way to bring excitement and variety to any conference. They recharge attendees focus, boost engagement and create a sense of unity, leaving everyone feeling more connected through fun, informal activities.
At GOTO Events, we specialise in corporate team building activities, tailoring the experience to align with your conference schedule and goals, so you get both results and fun. From quick but impactful conference energisers like the Haka, to longer, competitive challenges like Fortune Hunters and even meaningful charity activities like Bike Build and Sleep Pods, here are our top conference team building activities.
Top 7 Conference Team Building Activities
1. The Haka
Ignite your audience with a powerful Haka experience led by our talented Māori team, brought straight to your conference at any venue in the UK. This unique, authentic workshop dives into the rich history and cultural importance of the Haka in New Zealand, tracing its journey from an ancient war dance to a symbol of national pride, unity and celebration, famous worldwide through the All Blacks rugby team. Your attendees will learn the bold stomps, chest slaps, fierce facial expressions and hair-raising chants that define the Haka, stepping out of their comfort zones and awakening their inner warrior.
We can tailor this activity to perfectly fit your conference needs, whether you’re after a quick 15-minute team building ice breaker or a deeper exploration of the Haka. The Haka workshop delivers an energising, unforgettable experience that builds unity, encourages personal growth and connects your team through a shared cultural tradition they’ll carry with them long after the event. Get in touch today to get a free, bespoke quote!
2. Yoga Class
Our Yoga Class is an inclusive and adaptable activity that works for any fitness level, group size or room layout. The yoga conference energiser will guide attendees through breathing techniques, gentle stretches and movement to help them relax, destress and boost focus. These therapeutic techniques not only leave attendees feeling recharged and calm during the event but also provide tools they can use in their daily lives to reduce stress.
With a certified yoga instructor coming directly to your venue, our Yoga Class is easily integrated into your conference in a way that suits the space and group size. The session is perfect for large groups in theatre-style seating, where everyone participates together from their seats, following the instructor and learning breathing, stretching and mindfulness techniques. The class also suits smaller, interactive group sessions in a designated room, giving attendees the chance to fully engage in yoga poses, relaxation techniques and meditation. Our expert event management team is here to offer professional recommendations for your upcoming conference – just get in touch with us!
3. Circus Skills
A Circus Skills workshop is the perfect conference activity because it encourages participants to work together in a playful and creative environment. As they get hands-on learning some exciting new skills, they’ll break down barriers, build confidence and naturally start connecting with others.
Fully adaptable to your schedule, goals and room layout, we’ll bring everything needed to your venue, including a professional events team to set up and lead the activity. Here are some of the circus skills your audience can try:
- Juggling
- Diabolo tricks
- Plate spinning
- Tightrope walking
- Balloon modelling
- Stilt walking
- Trapeze swinging
Get in touch today to discuss how we can bring a fun and engaging Circus Skills workshop to your conference venue!
4. Challenge 100
Challenge 100 is the ideal conference team building activity for mixed groups with different interests and skills – just like most conference audiences! It’s a fun, high-energy event where attendees work in teams, competing against each other to complete as many challenges as they can within the time limit.
We bring all the equipment to your venue, and our professional events team takes care of everything, from setup to running the event and pack-down. Challenge 100 works great for large groups of hundreds and is adaptable as a conference ice breaker to kick off your event or as a memorable activity to wind down at the end of the day, allowing everyone to relax and have fun.
With five activity zones – Sports, Creative, Sensory, Child’s Play and Brain Busters – everyone gets a chance to contribute, showcase their talents and learn something new. While the competitive element keeps things exciting, the real goal is to inspire teamwork, collaboration and connections in a fun, natural way.
Get in touch for a free, tailored quote to bring Challenge 100 to your conference!
5. Fortune Hunters
If you’re looking for a fun yet strategic activity to enhance your conference, Fortune Hunters is the perfect choice to entertain your audience. Inspired by the recent hit reality show, this is a lively experience that encourages natural communication and interaction among participants. It’s ideal for smaller conferences, or you can organise smaller groups to take turns throughout the day.
Here’s how it works: Your group will be divided into teams and each team receives a locked briefcase – one of which holds the coveted fortune! Teams will face off in a series of fun, engaging challenges with puzzles, scavenger hunts and estimation games. The winning team in each round can either keep their briefcase or swap it with another team. Expect plenty of surprises, from sneaky peeks into competitors’ briefcases to opportunities for some cheeky stealing!
In the grand finale, the team holding the lucky briefcase gets to reveal their fortune, ending the event with an exciting medal ceremony. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote!
6. Charity Bike Build
Make a lasting impression on your conference attendees with a charity team building activity that gives them the opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives – all while participating in fun and energising activities. The Bike Build conference team building is perfect for smaller groups or can be adapted for breakout rooms to accommodate a larger audience. Our team comes to your venue with all the materials and a professional events team to handle every detail.
In this activity, participants take on fun team building challenges to earn bike parts. While your group is split into teams for a touch of friendly competition, collaboration is key as everyone works towards the shared goal of building bicycles for charity. Along the way, they’ll learn transferable, hands-on skills, guided by an expert instructor.
At the end of the activity, each team can decorate their bike and add a personal message for its future rider. Our team will then collect the bikes and deliver them to our partner charities to bring joy to children in need. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote!
7. Sleep Pods for the Homeless
Another impactful charity team building event for conferences, Sleep Pods for the Homeless combines teamwork with a meaningful purpose. In aid of our charity partner, we bring everything to you – equipment and staff – anywhere in the UK.
Working in teams, participants take on interactive challenges to earn materials needed to construct emergency Sleep Pods. These simple but life-saving shelters are designed to protect those facing homelessness from harsh weather conditions. Guided by our expert facilitators, teams assemble the Sleep Pods using special thermal-insulative materials that retain body heat, resist wind and rain, and can be set up in seconds – offering immediate shelter in emergencies. After the event, we deliver all completed Sleep Pods to the charity, so they can be distributed to those in need.
With flexible setup requirements, this activity easily adapts to different group sizes and spaces, making it an ideal way to wrap up your conference. It leaves participants with a powerful sense of accomplishment, having directly supported a real-world cause. Get in touch today for a free, bespoke quote.
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