Improv is a great way to bring a new team together for the first time or break patterns that are holding your team back. Brave New Workshop offers “team activation” experiences to apply the lessons of improv to the office. Whether you want to encourage your sales team to think on their feet or build communication and problem-solving skills throughout the workplace, a customized improv workshop can offer the change you need. Attend a workshop at their theater, or invite a trained facilitator to offer the event at your office or Peerspace venue.
Bottle & Bottega is a great team building idea in Minneapolis that brings a new twist to the “paint and sip” concept. You can choose from standard workshops that include painting wood or canvas. Or, you can opt for Illumin-Art, in which you’ll embed battery-powered lights into your painting. Regardless of which type of workshop you choose, Bottle & Bottega will provide all of the equipment you need and even clean up afterward! Of course, you can BYO wine to drink during the event.
10. Visit the cats at Cafe Meow
Not everyone loves cats, but if your team does, take the opportunity to visit Cafe Meow! There, you can drink coffee and hang out with 10-15 cats that are available for adoption. It’s a great way for the cats to spend time with humans before finding their forever homes. And it’s a fun chance to bond with your team as you play with furry friends. Cafe Meow also offers fun workshops, including “Catgo” (their version of Bingo), Yoga With Cats, or Paint Your Cat With Canvas. Visit one of their public events, or make a private group booking.
For an athletic activity that you can do any time of year, head to the indoor rock climbing wall at Vertical Endeavors. Their New Heights workshop is designed specifically with team building in mind and can be customized to suit your group. This two- to three-hour program will help build trust and cooperation between new and experienced climbers alike. You can book a private room for your group and bring along your own food and drinks to enjoy post climb.
12. Do something different with The Escape Game
Do something different with your team and take them to an escape room. They can bond, grow stronger, and make some unforgettable memories. At The Escape Game Minneapolis, your team can choose from five different themes, from outer space explorations to prison escapes. They’ll get to discover clues, crack codes, and be the heroes all while bonding as a team!
Minneapolis is a fun and vibrant city. Not surprisingly then, there are plenty of options for team building ideas in and around the city. Whether you choose one of the activities on this list or browse Peerspace to look for a unique venue to host your outing, your team will enjoy the chance to get out of the office for the day! Remember, call up the Concierge service if you need help customizing your booking.
