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Women's EURO 2025
Elite athletes operate under pressure, communicate with precision, and rely on deep trust to execute game plans. The same traits drive effective teams in the workplace. As businesses enter the second half of the year—following performance reviews and mid-year planning—the timing is ideal to reflect on how your team works together.
At The Teambuilding Company, we design experiences that help teams build trust, improve collaboration, and enhance leadership skills. In this blog, we’ll explore five core lessons from EURO 2025 and how you can use targeted team building activities to embed them into your organisation.
1. Strategic Thinking Is a Game Changer
In football, great teams don’t just react—they plan. Each move is part of a larger strategy based on the opponent’s strengths, current form, and match conditions. The same is true for successful teams in business: they operate with intention, align around goals, and stay adaptable.
What this looks like in your organisation:
- Teams working toward clearly defined objectives
- Individuals understanding how their roles fit into the bigger picture
- Fast decision-making during changing business conditions
In this competitive event, teams solve a series of physical and mental tasks to win crystals, which determine their final performance. Strategy is essential—just like on the pitch, teams must analyse the challenge, assign roles, and execute with precision.
Why it works:
It promotes big-picture thinking, agile leadership, and cross-functional collaboration—ideal for management teams or fast-moving departments.
2. Communication Wins Games and Projects
From pre-game huddles to in-game coordination, elite footballers succeed because they communicate with clarity and speed. Similarly, in the workplace, miscommunication leads to lost time, unclear priorities, and duplicated effort. High-quality communication is the foundation of effective teamwork.
What this looks like in your workplace:
- Quick, clear updates between departments
- Confidence to speak up in meetings
- Collaboration between on-site and remote employees
This clue-based adventure encourages teams to explore, solve challenges, and coordinate efforts in real time. Like passing the ball on the field, the key to success is sharing insights quickly and keeping everyone informed.
Why it works:
It builds listening skills, sharpens verbal communication, and encourages team members to take initiative.
3. Resilience Is a Core Team Skill
Every team in the Women’s EURO will face pressure moments—conceding goals, losing possession, or falling behind on points. The best teams don’t give up. They regroup, refocus, and push forward. Resilience is equally important in business, especially during stressful periods or after setbacks.
What this looks like in your workplace:
- Bouncing back after project failures or missed KPIs
- Maintaining morale through change or restructuring
- Staying focused during long-term projects
TBCo Activity: It’s a Knockout
This high-energy, inflatable obstacle course is designed for fun—but it’s also an ideal way to test your team’s bounce-back ability. Mistakes happen, but what counts is how your people respond and support each other to the finish.
Why it works:
It encourages positivity, team support, and shared laughter—key components of emotional resilience in a fast-paced work environment.
4. Every Role Matters, Not Just the Star Players
While goal scorers might grab the headlines, teams only win when every player—from defenders to substitutes—executes their role effectively. In the workplace, this means recognising the value of all contributors, including those in operational, support, or back-office roles.
What this looks like in your workplace:
- Acknowledging behind-the-scenes efforts
- Equal participation in meetings and projects
- A culture of respect across all job levels
TBCo Activity: Chain Reaction
Teams are tasked with designing and building an elaborate Rube Goldberg-style contraption. Each group is responsible for a segment, and if one piece fails, the entire chain collapses.
Why it works:
It reinforces interdependence and demonstrates that success relies on every single team member’s input.
5. Team Culture Is Your Competitive Advantage
The most successful EURO squads are not just technically gifted—they’re deeply united. Shared values, trust, and accountability separate a good team from a great one. In the workplace, strong team culture is linked to higher employee engagement, improved retention, and long-term performance.
What this looks like in your organisation:
- A clear sense of purpose and direction
- Teams who support and motivate each other
- A positive atmosphere that drives innovation
TBCo Activity: Charity Team Building
These events allow your team to give back—whether by assembling care packages, building bikes, or supporting local causes. Doing good together is one of the most effective ways to build lasting team cohesion.
Why it works:
It connects employees to a shared purpose, strengthens trust, and leaves a lasting impact far beyond the event day.
When to Host a EURO-Inspired Team Building Day
With the tournament running from June 26 to July 20, now is the perfect time to schedule a team event that mirrors the themes of the season. It’s also an ideal mid-year point to boost morale, review progress, and reset team dynamics.
Recommended timing:
- End of June to mid-July for maximum relevance
- Align with quarterly planning or summer strategy days
- Midweek sessions work best to avoid weekend conflicts
Ideal event styles:
- Outdoor team building activities
- Football-themed challenges or energisers
- Leadership development workshops using sports psychology principles
Explore all options here: www.teambuilding.co.uk/events
Real-World Example: From Sales Teams to Sports Teams
A national financial services firm ran a Crystal Challenge with TBCo during the last major football tournament. They divided teams by region, assigned team captains, and integrated business goals into the challenge format.
“The football theme added a competitive but familiar edge. It wasn't just about games—it helped our managers see leadership styles in action and sparked better collaboration afterward.”
– Senior HR Manager, UK-based client
This kind of themed approach not only boosts energy and engagement but also ties closely to development goals.
Bring EURO 2025 Lessons Into Your Workplace Today
Even if you're not ready to run a full event this month, here are three ways to start applying these team building lessons immediately:
1. Weekly “Team Player” Recognition
Create a spotlight system that rewards collaboration, initiative, and reliability—not just individual results.
2. Share and Discuss Key Matches
Use a high-stakes match as a case study: How did that team recover? Who led the turnaround? What would your team do differently?
3. Start Planning a Summer Away Day
Avoid calendar clashes and secure the best facilitators by planning now. The right team building activity can boost productivity and morale into Q3.
Conclusion: Build a Stronger Team This Summer
The Women’s EURO 2025 offers more than entertainment—it’s a showcase of everything that defines a high-performing team: communication, trust, strategy, and resilience. These qualities don’t happen by chance—they’re developed through consistent practice, feedback, and shared experience.
With expert-led team building activities from The Team Building Company, you can bring those lessons into your workplace and build a team culture that performs under pressure—on or off the pitch.
Plan your team’s next win today:
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OUTDOOR EVENTS
Crystal Challenge Team Building Event
A mix of mental and physical team building challenges
Inspired by the iconic TV series, our Crystal Challenge event is a fast-paced and engaging experience that tests your team’s ability to think creatively, work under pressure, and collaborate efficiently.
Participants rotate through a series of purpose-built puzzles and games, designed to challenge both the mind and the body. Teams earn crystals based on how successfully they complete each challenge, reinforcing teamwork and problem-solving in a fun and interactive format.
While the activities are mentally stimulating, they’re also designed to be inclusive — meaning no extreme physical effort is required, making this ideal for a wide range of participants.
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Country Sports Outdoor Team Building Event
An authentic countryside experience for corporate teams
Step outside the boardroom and into the countryside with our Country Sports team building day. With activities such as archery, Segways, laser clay shooting and even duck herding, this event offers a refreshing and memorable way to build connections outdoors.
Whether you’re looking for a full day of team building or a fun-filled afternoon to follow a strategy session, Country Sports provides a flexible and engaging format.
We partner with premium outdoor venues across the UK, many of which also accommodate our adrenaline-fuelled motorised activities. Let us help you choose the perfect location for your team.
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A tailored combination of active and cerebral challenges
This event blends the best of two worlds: the thrill of Country Sports and the strategic elements of Crystal Challenge. The result? A customisable day filled with exciting, balanced team building activities that cater to all abilities.
From high-energy games like Inflatable Volleyball and Human Table Football to brain-teasing tasks like Bridge Build or Chemical Rescue, this day can be designed to suit your team's needs and your budget.
Choose from 15 dynamic team building activities to create your ideal format for collaboration, fun and shared achievement.
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Club Adrenaline Outdoor Team Building Event
High-octane fun for thrill-seeking teams
Club Adrenaline is perfect for teams looking for an unforgettable, action-packed experience. This high-energy event combines the most exciting elements of Country Sports and Motorised Activities into one incredible team building day.
Expect thrilling experiences such as Rage Buggies, Powerturns, Quad Bikes and Segways, alongside skill-based games like Laser Clays and Human Table Football.
Safety remains our top priority. All participants receive thorough safety briefings and use professional-grade equipment under the guidance of qualified instructors.
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It’s a Knockout Team Building Event
Laughter-filled inflatable challenges for all teams
Bring your team together with our tribute to the classic TV show, ‘It’s a Knockout’. Featuring giant inflatables, wacky costumes and outrageous relay games, this outdoor event delivers high-energy fun and brilliant team bonding.
Expect challenges like Human Demolition, Sumo Relay and Giant Volleyball—all designed to promote team spirit through shared laughter and lively competition.
This is one of our most entertaining and light-hearted events, and a guaranteed way to create lasting memories and energise your team.
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Family Fun Days Team Building Event
Inclusive fun for employees and their families
Our Family Fun Days are all about bringing your people together for a day of shared enjoyment and appreciation. Tailored to include activities for all ages, these events help strengthen the connection between your organisation and the families that support it.
We work closely with you to create a day that suits your location, audience and budget — whether it’s traditional games, entertainment, food stalls or interactive team building activities.
With over 25 years of experience running large-scale events across the UK, we’re here to make your family day unforgettable.
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The Great London Treasure Hunt
Explore the capital with a high-tech city adventure
This immersive team building treasure hunt transforms central London into your playground. Using GPS-enabled iPads, teams navigate the city to uncover challenges, solve clues, and meet hidden characters across iconic landmarks.
Starting from a location of your choice—your office, a hotel, or even Waterloo Station—teams complete photo tasks, trivia, and surprise missions.
It’s a brilliant way to discover the city, build relationships, and encourage teamwork in a memorable and interactive format.
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Your Name’s Bond… James Bond
Step into the world of espionage with our Bond-themed team building treasure hunt. Led by our very own “Q,” your team receives iPads loaded with interactive maps and mission objectives.
As you track down secret agents and complete challenges, you'll solve Bond-style puzzles and uncover clues—each requiring strategic thinking and strong collaboration.
While Bond trivia helps, success depends on teamwork, communication, and the ability to adapt under pressure. Expect fast-paced fun, immersive storytelling, and plenty of opportunities to channel your inner 007.
Customised for Your Chosen Location
This interactive adventure transforms any location into a bespoke, GPS-guided treasure hunt experience. Using iPad tablets and tailored software, teams follow a trail of clues designed around the history, quirks, and hidden corners of your chosen area.
Characters appear en route to deliver bonus tasks, while puzzles and cryptic challenges test each team’s problem-solving and creativity.
Every Hidden Quest is written specifically for your location, making this one of our most flexible and immersive team building activities.
Rocket Launch Outdoor Team Building Event
Design, Build, and Launch Your Own Rocket
Bring your inner astronaut to life with this hands-on event where teams design, construct, and launch custom-built rockets.
Each team creates a fictional space agency, complete with branding and flight suits. Using supplied materials, they engineer a rocket before launching it using (safe!) pressurised water propulsion.
Creative, collaborative, and hugely entertaining—Rocket Launch is a fantastic team building challenge for a wide range of participants.
INDOOR EVENTS
Chocolate Making Team Building Event
Create Your Own Gourmet Chocolates
Chocolate lovers and curious chefs alike will enjoy this hands-on team building workshop. Our Chocolate Making event transforms any space into a working chocolate studio, where participants learn from expert chocolatiers before creating their own artisan truffles.
From choosing flavour combinations to tempering chocolate on granite slabs, this event blends indulgence with creativity and teamwork. Aprons, chef hats, and specialist tools are all included—perfect for a fun, interactive, and slightly decadent team experience.
Together We Can Team Building Event
A Collaboration-Focused Team Building Experience
This unique event places teamwork above competition. Rather than working against each other, teams collaborate toward a shared outcome—passing progress and key information between groups as the day unfolds.
Designed to reinforce communication, trust, and alignment across departments, Together We Can is an ideal choice for organisations wanting to strengthen internal cohesion in a hands-on, engaging format.
The F1 Challenge Formula 1 Themed Event
Build, Brand, and Race Your Own F1 Car
This motorsport-themed team challenge blends creativity, construction and high-speed action. Each team starts with a basic F1 chassis and must work together to design bodywork, create a brand identity, and outfit their team with racing gear.
After presenting their concept, the real fun begins—teams head to the track to race, change tyres in pit stops, and compete for victory.
It’s a high-energy, detail-focused experience perfect for promoting leadership, planning, and group decision-making.
The Ultimate Challenge Team Building Event
Fast-Paced Mini Challenges to Test Every Skill
The Ultimate Challenge is a high-energy event made up of rapid-fire, skill-based mini games. Teams receive a chest of puzzles, physical tasks, and quirky challenges, and must complete as many as possible before time runs out.
This format keeps the energy high and the laughter constant. It’s ideal for competitive groups, conferences, or large indoor venues looking for variety and excitement.
iPad Movie Making Team Building Event
Produce a Short Film from Script to Screen
Unleash your team’s creative side with this interactive filmmaking challenge. Equipped with iPads, props, costumes and editing software, teams script, shoot and produce a short film based on a theme or company value.
From concept development to final screening, this event encourages role-switching, delegation, and shared problem-solving—ideal for enhancing storytelling and collaboration in an engaging, modern format.
Da Vinci's Designs – Indoor Team Building Event
A Collaborative Artistic Challenge
This creative, non-competitive team event has groups working together to produce a single, large-scale piece of art. While individual teams are responsible for different sections, communication is critical to ensure cohesion across the entire piece.
The end result reflects not just artistic flair but also alignment and teamwork, making this a perfect metaphor for interdependent work in the business world.
Rollercoaster Indoor Team Building Event
Design and Build a Functioning Rollercoaster
In this large-scale team engineering challenge, groups must build a working rollercoaster that carries a football from start to finish using only gravity.
Combining logic, physics, and creativity, this event promotes group problem-solving and big-picture planning. The more ambitious the design (loops, jumps, spirals), the more points you’ll earn.
Ideal for larger teams or conference settings, it’s a great way to unite logical thinkers and creative minds.
Indoor Crystal Challenge Team Building
A Classic Team Experience—Now Indoors
This indoor version of our popular Crystal Challenge replicates the high-energy team activities of the original, adapted for office or conference venues.
Groups take on cerebral, physical and coordination-based tasks to win crystals and ultimately compete in a grand finale.
Designed to test leadership, planning and communication, this challenge is perfect for winter team building or indoor retreats.
Beat the Box Team Building Event
Fast-Paced Challenges Inspired by ‘The Cube’
Inspired by the hit TV show, this immersive team building experience combines tabletop puzzles with showcase physical games.
Each team works through a series of escalating challenges inside their “box station,” requiring quick thinking, communication, and cooperation to progress.
Perfect for high-energy groups or conference kickoffs, Beat the Box gets everyone moving and thinking under time pressure.
Crime Scene Investigation – Indoor Team Building Event
Solve a Mystery Using Real Forensic Techniques
In this investigative team challenge, your group must uncover the truth behind a fictional crime scene. Dressed in forensic suits, participants analyse evidence using techniques like fingerprinting, fibre testing and UV detection.
As the investigation progresses, teams interrogate suspects and piece together the narrative before presenting their case.
It’s a thrilling, immersive event that builds collaboration, logic and critical thinking.