Starting a conference or meeting on the right note can set the tone for the entire day. That’s where corporate ice breakers come in. Group ice breakers are fun, engaging activities designed to ease initial awkwardness, spark energy and encourage interaction among attendees. They’re especially effective for large groups, creating a shared experience that gets everyone talking and building connections from the get-go.
At GOTO Events, we have a diverse range of mobile ice breaker activities suitable for groups of all sizes, whether you’re looking to kick start a large conference, a business meeting or a staff event. Our business ice breakers are designed to fit seamlessly into your schedule and venue, with fully customisable sessions ranging from 15 minutes to three hours.
Discover five of our top conference ice breakers and energisers to transform your event into an unforgettable experience.
Best Corporate Ice Breakers
1. Boomwhackers
Boomwhackers is a unique musical activity guaranteed to break the ice naturally. Studies show that music stimulates the brain’s reward system, helping to reduce stress and boost creativity – ideal for uniting large groups at corporate events.
Boomwhackers brings people together as they learn to play these simple, tube-like instruments. Each lightweight, colour-coded Boomwhacker represents a musical note and produces sound when tapped together or against a surface. Played in unison, they create a magical harmony. No musical experience is needed – our expert host will guide everyone step by step, helping the group quickly get in sync.
As the mood lifts and everyone joins in with familiar tunes like We Will Rock You and The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Boomwhackers energises the room, enhancing engagement, communication and teamwork. It’s the perfect meeting ice breaker to set the tone for a successful event.
With flexible sessions to suit your schedule, from quick energisers to more in-depth workshops, we’ll bring Boomwhackers straight to your venue. Get in touch today for expert advice and pricing!
2. Drumming Workshop
Collective drumming is a powerful and proven way to bring people together, using rhythm to synchronise brain activity and strengthen group cohesion. Studies show that rhythmic coordination activates our mirror neurons – the brain cells that help us mimic and connect with others – encouraging empathy and unity. With our Drumming Workshop, everyone gets their own drum and joins in sync with the beat, led by our expert drummer.
No musical skills are needed; it’s all about tapping into the natural rhythm innate to all humans. The conductor will lead with different beats and the group will follow along to create an impactful sound. We bring everything to your venue, anywhere in the UK, including a professional events management team and an expert drummer to transform your conference or meeting.
This Drumming Workshop not only boosts collective focus, creativity and communication at your event, but also reduces stress, improves mood and promotes a sense of relaxation and wellbeing.
Contact us today to discuss your corporate ice breaker requirements and discover how a drumming workshop can help achieve your goals.
3. The Haka
The Haka is a traditional Māori performance from New Zealand, known for its powerful chants, rhythmic movements and fierce energy, originally performed by warriors to intimidate opponents and now famously showcased by the All Blacks rugby team.
The Haka workshop is an incredible way to break the ice at a conference or large corporate event with our talented performers coming to any venue in the UK to teach your audience the iconic Haka. The bold gestures, strong vocal expressions and synchronised movements will energise the room and push participants out of their comfort zones, helping them develop confidence and a sense of shared achievement.
We can tailor The Haka to fit into your schedule, whether you need a quick ice breaker or a more immersive experience. Whichever format you choose, one thing is certain – the chants and physicality of the Haka will inspire participants to fully engage and embrace the intensity of the moment. The result is an unforgettable experience that sets the tone for a successful event.
Get in touch today to explore how we can customise The Haka to suit your needs.
4. Yoga Class
Incorporating an ice breaker into your conference or meeting isn’t just about breaking the silence, it’s about boosting engagement, collaboration and making participants feel comfortable and included.
A Yoga Class is an excellent way to set a positive tone and prepare your audience for meaningful interactions and collaborations. Fully customisable to suit your schedule and group’s needs, our sessions are accessible to all fitness levels so that everyone can participate and enjoy the benefits. Led by our certified yoga instructor who will come to your venue anywhere in the UK, the class can be more dynamic, or adapted to any seating style and ability level, with gentle stretching and more focus on breathwork and mindfulness.
As a corporate event ice breaker, yoga helps participants relax and focus, creating a positive and engaging atmosphere right from the start. The benefits will extend throughout the rest of your event, helping to alleviate stress and encouraging continued engagement. With its calming yet energising effects, Yoga Class sets the perfect tone for meaningful collaboration and connection. Get in touch today to request a free, bespoke proposal for your meeting ice breaker.
5. Junk Funk
Junk Funk is a truly unique conference ice breaker that will be a fantastic conversation starter, sparking laughter and meaningful connections at your corporate event.
The concept is simple yet exciting: we take everyday scrap objects like saucepans, dustbins, hard hats, drainpipes and even car wheels, and transform them into instruments. Everyone will collaborate to create vibrant rhythms and music, coming together as the Junk Funk orchestra.
We bring everything directly to your venue, with our professional host guiding participants through this fun, high-energy activity that fosters creativity and self-expression. Junk Funk encourages attendees to see ordinary items in a new light, giving them a fresh perspective on collaboration and innovation. By transforming what’s considered “junk” into a cohesive orchestra, Junk Funk inspires out-of-the-box thinking and teamwork. Who knew that drainpipes could produce such a captivating resonance, or that old car wheels could create a surprisingly vibrant metallic sound?
Adaptable to your goals and needs, Junk Funk is an ice breaker for conferences that will leave a lasting impression. Contact us today to get a free, bespoke quote!
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