Team building. Yawn. At least that’s the typical reaction the second it’s brought up in the office. But does team building have to be boring? Nope! When it’s done well, team building can be a good laugh and still help achieve some workplace goals.
Team building days are about getting out of the office and focusing on one or more of the ‘5 Cs’: communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and camaraderie.
And where better to do a bit of team building? Perth! From outdoor activities to something more hands-on, there’s heaps of things to do here. Check out our guide to team building ideas in Perth and find the option that best suits your team’s needs.
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Top Team Building Ideas
Team building can be a bit tricky. How do you bring a group of people with different personalities and interests together for a day out they’ll all enjoy? Well, you can’t please everyone, but you can have a good go at it. Try mixing up activities to stand a chance of finding something that everyone will enjoy at some stage.
Outdoors
Outdoor team building is a great shout. Being outside boosts people’s moods, and it gives you a good range of things to do, many of which are free or very cheap to do. You won’t even have to go far to find the right activity.
Start with a coastal walk. It’s easy, not too taxing, AND it’s a good way to get people talking. Even Karen in Accounts will be pleased! There’s some long walks you can do along Cottesloe or Scarborough, and if you want to keep things interesting, you can add in some checkpoints or challenges like a scavenger hunt along the way.
Beach days are another easy win. Who doesn’t love a barbie and some beach games? And if you want to do some good, a beach clean-up is also a good shout. Beach days are one of the top Perth activities for adults, so it’s a safe bet your team will enjoy.
A bit of exercise can also be a good way to bond, especially if it’s to raise money or achieve a shared goal. A fun run or a competition could be a good laugh, regardless of fitness levels.
If you want to do something a little more worthwhile, then a volunteer day ticks a lot of boxes. Litter-picking, dog walking and community projects are all easy ideas that can get everyone out of the office and give back too.
Indoors
Even though it’s hard to escape the sun in the city, some people just prefer to be indoors. So taking your team building to function rooms in Perth or to something like an escape room, can be a fun indoor activity to do together.
We reckon speed-meeting (no, we’re not talking about dating here) is one of the simplest ways to get everyone to meet each other and get to know people a little better too. If you’ve got a lot of newbies or you tend to only see each other on video calls, this is perfect for breaking the ice (and making some new contacts in person without using LinkedIn).
Something a little more hands on might work better for team-building ideas in Perth, especially for smaller teams. You can give something like a pizza-making class a go (who doesn’t love pizza?), a pottery class or something more personal like perfume or jewellery-making. This can be something enjoyable to do, that doesn't require much skill for people who are a bit nervous in group settings.
And you know what? Sometimes it’s the simple ideas that end up being the best ones. After-work drinks (even if they’re just once a month) or a team lunch give people the chance to chat to each other and enjoy more relaxed conversations than they might have in the office. We’ve got a list of activities to do while you’re in WA, which can also give you a bit of inspo.
Where to host your event in Perth
We’ll say it again: location really matters. So where would you hold your team-building event in Perth to make sure everyone has a great time? It just depends on the vibe you’re going for, but luckily for you we have the perfect spot to make it happen if you’re thinking about an indoor activity.
Oaks Perth Hotel
With its central CBD location, Oaks Perth Hotel has function and meeting room spaces, which make it perfect for hosting a work-related event. It’s also close to the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre and RAC Arena, which means you can easily roll one activity into the next. If you’ve got something planned at one of those two venues and you’d like to continue it with some casual drinks at the hotel (yep, no transport logistics means no stress for you).
It’s got all of the usual facilities you’ll need, like AV equipment, comfortable layouts and most importantly, on-site dining, so you’ll know the catering is taken care of. All you need to do is book your function room in Perth, discuss your needs with the team and they’ll make sure it all goes to plan.
Considerations when organising a team building event
A successful team event rarely just happens, you’re gonna need to plan if you want to pull it off. Don’t think of it as ‘organised fun,’ but more ‘how can we get the most from this day?’ Here’s some of our best tips:
- Choose an objective. Whether you want to improve communication, welcome newbies or just hit the reset button, it’s good to think about what you want from the day.
- Think about different personality types. You can’t please everyone, but it’s important to remember that not everyone likes taking charge or getting in the mix. Having different activities can appeal to different people’s personalities.
- Let people share ideas. Ask for input from your teams about what they want to do and why. The more involved they are, the more they’ll be open to the idea of a team day.
- Encourage collaboration. Teams should learn to work together and get to know each other better. Your goal shouldn’t just be to get out of the office, everyone should leave feeling energised and maybe even a little more confident at work.
- Make it fun. You’ve seen that team-building ideas in Perth are a bit varied. Choose something that people can get stuck into, while learning skills like active listening, brainstorming and more.
While people might not love the idea of a team-building event at first, the right activity can make a big difference. You just need to put the feelers out and see what your teams will be happy with. Even people who hate team building can still find themselves enjoying it by the end of the day!
