Feeling the need to boost collaboration and communication within your team, but worried your small group size limits your options? Fear not! This list is packed with 10 engaging group team building ideas perfect for small team building, office team building exercises, or just some after-work fun with colleagues.
This list is packed with 10 energizing activities – both classic and TBGC’s own special brand of awesome – that will boost communication, collaboration, and maybe even spark some friendly competition!
Whether you’re a manager looking to spice up your next meeting or just some colleagues who want to break the ice (and maybe a few office supplies!), we’ve got you covered.
Classic Activities for a Cohesive Crew:
Two Truths and a Lie: This timeless game is a fantastic way to get to know each other on a deeper level in your small group. Each person shares three statements – two true and one a complete fabrication. The rest of the team has to guess which statement is the lie! It’s a great way to encourage communication and spark laughter.
Activity Type : Virtual and In Person
Minute to Win It Challenges: Channel your inner game show participant with a series of quick, silly challenges. From stacking cups to balancing ping pong balls on spoons, these bite-sized activities will have your team working together and cheering each other on in a flash. It’s all about thinking fast and acting together in your small team.
Activity Type : In Person ( Indoor or Outdoor)
TBGC Activities: Level Up Your Team Building!
Escape Room: Craving adventure but short on time? TBGC’s escape room experience brings the thrills right to your office (or living room!). Teams work together to crack codes, solve puzzles, and escape a virtual room – all within a set time limit. It’s a mind-bending adventure that fosters communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking – a perfect team building exercise for small groups.
Activity Type : Virtual and In Person
Now You Know Me: This interactive activity from TBGC is a fun way to uncover hidden talents and surprising connections within your small team. Think of it as a giant game of “icebreaker bingo” with a twist! Get ready to learn some fascinating facts about your colleagues and build stronger bonds in the process.
Activity Type : In Person ( Indoor or Outdoor)
Back to Basics with a Twist:
Snorta: Prepare for laughter and barnyard hilarity in the game of Snorta! Friends and family will transform into barnyard comedians as they take on the challenge. Each player possesses a barn card with their secret animal, along with a hand of animal cards. The objective is to match your card with one on the table and swiftly mimic the animal sound of another player – not the one on your card. If you’re the quickest mimic, you’ll pass your flipped cards to them. It’s a race to empty your hand and claim victory in this uproarious game! Perfect for some fun team building activities for work in your small group.
Activity Type : In Person ( Indoor or Outdoor)
Jungle Speed: This fast-paced card game will test your reflexes and observational skills. Players race to discard matching cards, but beware! Certain cards trigger special actions that can throw the game into chaos. It’s a high-energy activity that’s perfect for breaking the ice and promoting quick thinking in your small team.
Activity Type : In Person ( Indoor or Outdoor)
Magic Canvas: TBGC’s Magic Canvas is a truly unique experience. Using a special app, teams work together to create a stunning digital artwork, adding their own creative touches along the way. It’s a collaborative activity that encourages communication, problem-solving, and artistic expression within your small team.
Activity Type : Indoor
Building Challenge:Put your team’s engineering skills to the test with a classic building challenge. Using limited materials like straws, paperclips, and tape, teams compete to build the tallest tower or the most creative structure. This activity fosters resourcefulness, communication, and a touch of healthy competition – a great team building exercise for small groups.
Activity Type : In Person ( Indoor or Outdoor)
Remember, the key to successful team building is to choose activities that are engaging and appropriate for your group size and setting. With this mix of classic games and TBGC’s next-generation experiences, you’re sure to find the perfect recipe for a fun and productive team-building session for your small group!
