YOUR RETREAT / TEAMBUILDING WITH US
What is a retreat / team building?
A retreat is a planned time-out where individuals or groups withdraw from their daily environment and routines to focus on personal development, relaxation, reflection or special activities. Retreats can take various forms.
A team building event promotes cohesion, communication and cooperation within a team. Activities are designed to strengthen trust among team members, increase the efficiency of collaboration and promote a better understanding of individual strengths and weaknesses.
How can a retreat or team building be successfully implemented?
A good retreat provides participants with a well-planned and supportive environment that meets their needs and helps them to relax, reflect and achieve personal or shared goals. The right facilities and the ideal environment go a long way to making the retreat a success.
A successful team building event requires careful planning and execution to ensure that objectives are met and team members actually benefit from the experience.
Technical equipment
- Audio and video system: For playing music, videos and presentations.
- Wi-Fi access: Optional, depending on the type of retreat (for some retreats it is advantageous to do without digital distractions).
Location
- Size and layout: Sufficient space to ensure freedom of movement for the participants.
- Lighting: Good natural lighting and the option of darkening the room.
- Flexibility: Customizable rooms that can support different sets and backgrounds.
- Acoustics: so that participants can hear and speak well.
- Flexibility: multiple or customizable rooms to hold seminars, lectures or group activities.
- Access and location: Central location with easy accessibility, ample parking and barrier-free access.
Furniture
- Whiteboard/flipchart: For spontaneous notes and diagrams.
- Marker and board wiper: For the whiteboard.
- Moderation case: a fully equipped moderation kit with post-its, stickers, pens and other materials.
Matching seating
- Cinema seating: rows of chairs without tables, ideal for larger groups.
- Lounge style: Comfortable seating options such as sofas and armchairs for relaxed and informal conversations.
- U-shape: Promotes interaction and is useful when a discussion between participants and speakers is desired.
- Circle shape: Chairs in a circle without tables, promotes open discussions and direct exchange, suitable for smaller events.