9 Most Competitive Indoor Team Building Activities

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After an epic summer filled with hilarious outdoor team building events, we’re ready to bring all the energy and laughter indoors as autumn rolls in. With indoor team building activities, there’s no need to worry about the weather –  and we’re not cutting back on the excitement! In fact, the competition is fiercer than ever, with teams facing off in some seriously fun competitive team building games.

In indoor team building, competition can really ramp up the energy and engagement, pushing everyone to collaborate more effectively and stay motivated. With that in mind, here are 9 of our most competitive indoor team building activities.

1. Master of the Tasks

Competition becomes even more thrilling when it’s mixed with laughter and silliness. Master of the Tasks indoor team building activity combines fun and simple challenges with a touch of friendly rivalry. But get ready, some players might get extra goofy for those bonus points, so the competition could heat up!

With witty commentary from the comedic compere, your team will compete against other teams to rack up as many points as possible. The tension rises every time you open the iconic golden envelopes to reveal the next task. Highlights include:

  • Condiment Caricature: Use a splash of ketchup, mustard and other sauces to create a masterful portrait of a team member.
  • Blindfolded Balloon: Dare to inflate the biggest balloon you can while blindfolded, without it bursting.
  • Smartie Pants: Sort smarties by colour – but here’s the catch: you have to do it while wearing boxing gloves.

The tasks might seem easy, but with the clock ticking and other teams gunning for the same prize, the competition heats up quickly. So, get crafty and think outside the box!

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2. Betrayers

In Betrayers indoor team building event, competition takes a thrilling twist. Someone on each team will go undercover, secretly working to sabotage their own team and the snatch victory for themselves.

It’s a gripping game, filled with dynamic team challenges and the threat of deception on the secret agenda for the betrayers in each team. Racing against the clock, teams face off in a series of action-packed and intriguing rounds such as:

  • Cipher Challenge – Solve the puzzle to crack the codes on the lock boxes.
  • Quest for Riches – Use an interactive scavenger hunt map to find the items and collect the money.
  • Melodic Mystery – Can you identify these tricky musical tones?

Meanwhile, the betrayers are secretly making their move.

At the end of the event, each team gets a chance to unmask the betrayers and seek some thrilling revenge during the suspenseful closing ceremony. Will you successfully identify the real betrayers or will you mistakenly accuse an innocent teammate and jeopardise your team’s victory?

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Betrayers team building team communicating while solving riddles

3. Escape Rooms

Escape Rooms is a suspenseful indoor activity for team building where you and your team work together to solve cryptic clues and piece together scraps of information to find your way out. You’ll not only race against the clock but also compete head-to-head with other teams. The team that escapes in the shortest time will claim victory!

We offer four different engaging storylines that are fully mobile and can be set up at your office or any chosen venue. You can customise your experience by mixing and matching themes, whether you want a comprehensive event featuring all the games or a shorter one with just a selection.

  • The Science Lab – Dive into an eclectic lab filled with experiments that will challenge your scientific skills.
  • Bunker – Crack the codes and communicate a message to escape from a World War II bunker.
  • Prison Break – Experience a raw, gritty adventure reminiscent of Shawshank Redemption and Michael Schofield.
  • The Island – Captured by pirates, can you escape the clutches of Blackbeard or will you end up walking the plank?

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betrayers team building lockbox

4. Quid Games

Step into the world of Quid Games competitive team building activity where red-costumed guards are watching your every move. This is not every man for themselves and there will be no violence, but the competition will be fierce as teams go head-to-head!

You’ll tackle a series of themed, immersive challenges that test your mental, practical and creative skills, all while striving to fill your fishbowl with money. Expect both familiar and entirely new challenges! The team with the most money at the end will be celebrated in a lively awards ceremony, complete with medals, bubbly and cheers.

The atmosphere is intensified with suspenseful music, dramatic lighting, themed props and live characters roaming the venue, creating an unforgettable experience.

Best of all, we are fully mobile and will handle everything on-site with a dedicated event manager and crew. Contact us today for a free, custom proposal!

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5. Under Pressure

Prepare for some intense competition with our Under Pressure team building indoor activity. You and your team will dive into game show-style challenges, working together to rack up points and climb to the top of the leaderboard.

Our charismatic host will kick things off with a dramatic entrance, complete with themed lighting, music, props and a full-size inflatable game arena.

You’ll have the chance to practice with your team in a variety of tasks before going head-to-head in challenges that test your dexterity, precision and silliness! The tasks might seem simple, but players always find creative ways to score more points and improve their team’s chances of becoming the winning team!

Challenges include:

  • Testing your reflexes and speed as you sort red and white balls into separate containers against the clock.
  • Stopping a giant timer with pinpoint accuracy at precisely the right moment.
  • Climbing over barriers while blindfolded – not for the faint of heart!

Contact us for a free, custom proposal and prepare for an unforgettable experience!

A team stacking cups during an Under Pressure team building game

6. Challenge 100

Challenge 100 is a competitive team building activity that brings out the playful sides of your team! With over 100 high-energy challenges designed to suit all interests and skill levels, this indoor team building activity is ideal for diverse crowds.

Teams will pick challenges from the Challenge Book, racing against the clock to tackle as many as possible. Choose tasks that highlight your team’s unique strengths and talents, but remember – creativity scores big! Some challenges will have you facing off directly against your competition, while others are all about racking up points. Enthusiastic marshalls will track the scores live, increasing the excitement as the event unfolds.

Perfect for a diverse audience, this event offers a wide range of activities that everyone can enjoy. With a blend of individual and team challenges, the fun never stops – there’s something for everyone across the five featured challenge zones.

  • Sports
  • Creative
  • Sensory
  • Child’s Play
  • Brain Buster

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7. Teamopoly

If you’ve ever played the classic board game and felt your competitive side kick in, imagine being immersed in a life-sized version where everything is supersized – including your drive to win! With live characters roaming around, massive props and Mr. Monopoly himself overseeing the action, you’ll step into a whole new world where it’s all or nothing! You could walk away with empty pockets or become a property tycoon.

Your group will be divided into teams, each representing the iconic tokens: the iron, wheelbarrow, car and top hat. Roll the giant dice and make your way around the oversized board to score points and compete against other teams in challenges like:

  • Team Jailbreak
  • Win the Lottery
  • Beat the Banker

Who will become the top earner, bankrupt their colleagues and win the gold medals and bubbly?

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Teamopoly indoor team building activity giant monopoly on grass

8. Wall Street Winners

Wall Street Winners is an exhilarating indoor team building activity that will unleash your team’s competitive spirit like never before.

In this unique event, teams step into the roles of property investors, where they’ll need to stay ahead of the market, outsmart the competition and think like savvy entrepreneurs to build their empires. It’s noisy, fast-paced and even your quietest team members will be frantically rushing around to close deals.

Teams start with a set amount of money to invest. Our charismatic Wall Street trading host will present various companies where participants can buy shares. Teams must quickly decide which shares to buy and sell to maximise profits.

Throughout the event, news announcements displayed on the screen can impact share values, keeping everyone on their toes. The team that ends with the most money and the strongest empire wins.

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Wall street winners team building event in large indoor venue

9. Apprentices

If you’re looking to incorporate business themes into your indoor corporate team building activity while keeping the fun alive, Apprentices is the perfect choice. This business simulation indoor team building event combines competition and teamwork just like the hit show, with plenty of twists to keep everyone engaged and excited.

As participants step into the high-stakes boardroom, they’ll be greeted by immersive theming and dramatic background music. Our own version of the formidable business magnate, Sir Alex Sweetex, will make a grand entrance to brief the teams on the challenge ahead.

You’ll take on a series of engaging business tasks designed to boost leadership, delegation, commercial awareness and teamwork, all while competing against other teams. But don’t worry, the competition is all in good fun, so plenty of laughs are guaranteed.

When the final boardroom meeting arrives, make sure you’re on time to avoid penalty points. You’ll present your ideas and Sir Alex Sweetex will consult his experts to determine the winner. For the other teams, it’s a tense battle to avoid hearing the dreaded catchphrase: You’re fired.

Virtual Apprentice Team Building Pointing Finger

Looking for an indoor team building activity that will ignite your team’s competitive spirit?

We offer unique and engaging options that are both competitive and fun! Reach out today for a free venue finding service and free, bespoke proposal in under 45 minutes!

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FAQs

What are competitive team building games?

Competitive team building games are fun, structured events organised by employers for their teams where participants go head-to-head to complete tasks, solve challenges or achieve goals. The idea is to work together while also competing against other teams, which adds excitement and friendly rivalry. These activities can include anything from physical challenges and problem-solving games to creative contests and business simulations. They’re a great way to boost communication, teamwork and leadership skills, all while having a blast!

Why choose a competitive team building activity?

Choosing a competitive team building activity adds an extra layer of excitement and motivation to your event compared to a non-competitive activity. The friendly competition encourages everyone to bring their A-game, making the activities more engaging and memorable. It also helps to improve teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills, as teams work together to outsmart the competition. Plus, the shared experience of going head-to-head creates a stronger bond among team members, all while having a lot of fun.

Who are competitive team building activities for?

Competitive team building activities are fantastic for teams that thrive on a challenge, but they’re also perfect for energising those who could use a little extra motivation. If your team loves competition, these activities will ignite that competitive spirit. But even if your team isn’t naturally competitive, these events can still give them a boost and bring new energy to the group. They’re ideal for any team looking to strengthen bonds, improve communication and enjoy some friendly rivalry, all while building essential skills and having a blast working together.

Where can I host a competitive team building activity?

You can host a competitive team building activity anywhere in the UK! We’re fully mobile and can bring the events to your office, a rented venue or any other location of your choice. If you don’t have a space secured yet, we can also assist you in finding the perfect venue for your event, at no extra cost.