A Pure Adrenaline Shot of Fun & Connection!
Looking for fun team building that will connect your team through laughter and creativity?
The Recess 'Game-show' PLAYshop is the ultimate way to add a spark of energy and a much needed 'fun-break' to any conference, retreat, or team meeting! Designed like a game show, it is hyper-focused on team FUN and CONNECTION!
Ideal for large gatherings, the high energy group games allow teams to let loose, drop their 'work front' and connect organically and authentically. As any successful modern team knows, more play = more productivity.
Objective:
Have a ton of FUN & CONNECTION
For Teams That Are
- Like to work hard, play hard!
- Are usually under high stress or pressure
- Recognize the importance of a well-balanced and happy life
Objectives & Outcomes
- Add some FUN to a large conference, team meeting or retreat!
- Connect team members organically and authentically
- Relieve stress & promote mental health/workplace wellness
How It Works
PLAYshops are fun, experiential & highly impactful! This FUN team-building workshop can take place right in your office or at any locally scheduled event, conference, retreat, etc. All materials are provided and teams of 8-200+ can be accommodated. There are 2 components to get your team laughing & connecting in ways you never thought possible!
- Group Games
Fun and interactive games that are hyper-focused on FUN and CONNECTION! - Game Show Elements
We have overloaded this session with interactive game-show components (music, sound effects, props, awards/prizes) so that the fun is maximized! Oh that and all of our facilitators are improv-trained and bring forth the hilarity as the PLAYshop game-show hosts!
RECESS ' Game Show' PLAYshop Outline
Intro: FOP Intro, Name Fun, What Playing For
Opening Activity: Thumbgrabz
Big Idea: Let’s connect & have some fun!
Sample Sequence: Groupie RPS, Extremes/Close Far, Island Fun, 5 Things, ATC, Story Builders, What You Doing, Street Strangers/Partnesia (Medley), 3 Noses, Quintriplets, Snapshotz, Dubbed Movie, Shapemakers (small then big), Flock Dance
Groupie RPS – [Large Group] Giant Rock Paper Scissors tournament with a twist! Super energy booster! Trophies: best/unique
Extremes – [Large Group] Connection based game. Everyone joins a spectrum according to get to know your topics (e.g. (Summer/Winter, Early Riser/Night Owl, City/Nature, Introvert/Extrovert, By Book/Rule Breaker, etc) . These can be tailored. Trophies: Most unique shares!
Close/Far - Players make statements and everyone moves closer if resonates or repels if it doesn’t’. Trophies: Most unique!
Island Fun – [Small Groups (4-5)] Connection-based creativity game. Sent to a strange island for a secret experiment. Everyone shares 3 Things they would take with them representative of who they are and why. After everyone’s shared, there’s a plot twist and they must come up with an Epic Hollywood Getaway to escape the island using ALL the objects they brought. Trophies: Most Epic Plans!
Alien Tiger Cow – [Small Groups (4-5)] Getting on same page by choosing one creature per round, in an attempt to be in group unison. Trophies: quickest groups.
Story Builders – [Small Groups (2-4)] Build a story 1 sentence at a time along with positive reinforcement. The title of the story is given prior to starting (e.g ‘The most Epic Day!’) B Most creative stories
5 Things – [Small Groups (4-5)] 2-3 Rounds. High energy/positivity game! Given a topic, teams compete saying the first 5 things that come to mind as quick as possible! 2 Rules: i) No wrong answers! ii) Group supports (ie. Cheer them on - 1! 2,!, 3!,etc). Fun topics (e.g 5 ice cream flavors that don’t exist but should, 5 things on your bucket list, 5 book titles I’d write to chg the world, etc). Trophies: First team done/best ones (polls)
Quintriplets – [Small Groups (4-5)] Come up with as many unique things in common as possible. Trophies: Most unique/highest amt!
Dubbed Movie – [Small Groups (4)] Team-based game creating a ‘scene’ with half the members being the voices & other half the ‘actors’. Trophies: Best
Playful Finale*:
Street Strangers/3 Noses/Partnesia Medley - Whole group - An interactive, powerful, experiential sequence where everyone goes from being strangers ‘on the street’ to best friends. Greetings, smiles, deep questions, and fun. The core of the entire experience!
Trophies: Best greetings/enthusiasm.
Shapemakers – Small/Large Groups – create various objects as a group (e.g circle, diamond, elephant, car, iPhone, freedom!)
Trophies: Best versions
Flock Dance – Small Groups (5) – End in style! Dance party in V formations with a rotating follow the leader!
Trophies: Best moves
Wrap Up: All Playshops include a Recap, Takeaways, and HomePlay!
* PLAYful Finales only available for PLAYshops longer than 3 hours
Pricing*
1 Hour
Groups up to 50 People +$40/additional Person
- Game Show 'Hosts' 1
- Icebreakers
- 3 - 5 Group Games
- Mini High Energy FINALE 1
BEST VALUE
1.5 Hours
Groups up to 50 People + $50/additional Person
- Game Show 'Hosts' 1
- Icebreakers
- 5 - 7 Group Games
- High Energy FINALE
- Winner's Ceremony 1
2 Hours
Groups up to 50 People +$60/additional Person
- Game Show 'Hosts' 1
- Icebreakers
- 8 - 10 Group Games
- High Energy FINALE
- Winner's Ceremony & Prizes!
*Discounts for large groups (100+), startups, schools, social enterprises, and non-profits. Let's chat and figure out your needs.
**Customization, travel costs, or location rentals are extra. Reinforcement programs are available at $1000/hr.
Make Your Next Team-Building Event Fun and Impactful
Team-building events are meant to strengthen collaboration, communication, and morale—but let’s be honest, no one gets excited about another trust fall, long-winded seminar, or even classic TV game shows. That’s where unique games come in.
Here’s why incorporating exciting experiential games into your next team-building event is a winning strategy:
- Boosts Participation—Corporate team-building game shows keep employees engaged, ensuring everyone actively participates in a friendly competition.
- Encourages Teamwork – Collaboration happens naturally in a relaxed, pressure-free environment.
- Improves Communication – Teams practice active listening and clear discussions in a fun setting.
- Increases Morale – Shared victories and laughter create a positive, motivated workforce.
- Enhances Problem-Solving – Games sharpen creativity and foster strategic thinking skills.
- Builds Stronger Connections – Shared experiences foster trust and camaraderie.
Make your next corporate events so much fun that employees actually look forward to them!