Whether you’re in pursuit of an adrenaline rush, or a more relaxing team building experience for your office group, these Galway companies have just the thing for you!! Discover our top picks for a staff day out below!
These team building recommendations will appeal for groups both big and small so no excuses. Check out all of the best places in Galway for a bit of team building right here and don’t be afraid to share it with the boss!
Pedal Power Galway
What is it? - a pedal powered bike tour experience
Suitable for group size - up to 36 people
Are you looking to change gears for your team bonding experience in Galway? Then book a tour aboard Pedal Power. It's a fun, alternative way for you and your teammates to see Galway City and Salthill by cycling on novel multi person bikes and making a few hydration stops at bars along the way. This is a fantastic way for you to bond and enjoy the city's sights with all your favourite music playing via their Bluetooth speaker as you pedal.
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above: Pedal Power Galway
Office Kneads
What is it? - onsite corporate massage services
Suitable for group size - up to 25 people
Helping office workers cope with the toll stress can take on the body, Office Kneads offers and facilitates onsite massage services for corporate wellness events and wellness experiences in the workplace. An offshoot of She Kneads, a remedial massage and holistic health care service, Office Kneads can help alleviate any work induced tensions. Additionally, her book "Self-Care Solutions at Work", is aimed at empowering individuals to prioritise self-care in the workplace.
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Virtual Reality World
What is it? - Galway’s only virtual reality experience
Suitable for group size - up to 13 people
Providing loads of fun for people of all ages, interests and skill levels. Virtual Reality World offers custom-built virtual reality booths, Ireland’s first Katwalkers, VR Racing Cars and VR Escape Rooms which are all kitted out with the latest technology. You and your group can work on your team building by travelling to exotic climates, driving fully simulated racing cars, fighting zombies, testing your adrenaline with heart-pounding horror games, or by competing in multiplayer experiences.
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above: VR World Galway
Slieve Aughty Centre
What is it? - eco-friendly resort with horse-riding lessons
Suitable for group size - up to 50 people (overnight accommodation for 32 people)
Thanks to their versatile facilities, Slieve Aughty Centre caters to a wide range of needs, from intimate brainstorming sessions to lively social gatherings. So, if you are looking to foster camaraderie and relaxation among your team, this may be the perfect place for you! Integrating time for relaxation among colleagues has a positive impact on productivity, staff morale and team spirit. At Slieve Aughty Centre, you can choose a fun activity as the focus of a day out for your company or combine your corporate event in Galway with something outdoors: a guided nature walk, wild food foraging, wreath-making, yoga, horse-riding, donkey walking or even orienteering or archery.
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Wildlands
What is it? - an adventure activity centre with both indoor and outdoors activities
Suitable for group size - up to 200 people
No matter the size of your work group, Wildlands Activity Centre can create the ideal bespoke package to suit your team building needs. Their range of indoor and outdoor activities include, zip ‘n’ trek around the high wires, the 'fun walls' indoor climbing walls, ninja course, archery, challenge rooms, bushcraft survival skills, disc golf and loads more. They also have the incredible Olive Tree Kitchen restaurant on site which offers an array of food and drink options perfect for keeping you fueled throughout your day of fun.
Group bookings must be made via reservations@wildlands.ie
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above: Wildlands
LUASCA Golf
What is it? - an indoor golf facility with world-leading trackman technology
Suitable for group size - subject to enquiry
LUASCA Golf brings the game of golf to life with their 6 state-of-the-art TrackMan simulators. The facility caters to all levels, from beginners looking to improve their swing to seasoned players looking for a new challenge, making it the perfect activity for the whole office team. As a group you can also talk tactics and plan out your season ahead in their large seating area that facilitates presentations and guest speakers. The space can also facilitate a sit-down buffet with many food and drinks packages available and for those who are not as inclined to play golf, they also have a pool table, dart board and foosball table to keep everyone entertained.
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Galway City Karting
What is it? - Galway’s only indoor karting track
Suitable for group size - subject to enquiry
>Settle that workplace dispute and discover which of you is the fastest on the track at Galway’s only indoor karting track - Galway City Karting. Let them be your guide through a day of team building fun as you take on their roster of events with time challenges, races, grand prix and lots more. Work as a team or butt heads as your group enjoys these ultimate ice breaker activities. There’s no better reward for all the stress and hard work than taking a break from work life and putting the pedal down.
Group bookings must be made via info@galwaycitykarting.ie
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above: Galway City Karting
Galway Food Tours
What is it? - food and drink walking tours in Galway City
Suitable for group size - up to 30 people
With the help of the experts over at Galway Food Tours embark on an exciting team building activity that gives you the opportunity to get outside the office environment and hit the streets of Galway City to taste delicious treats from family run businesses and artisanal producers, hear their stories and bond over a glass of craft beer. They can accommodate large groups of a maximum of thirty people to ensure everyone on your team gets the opportunity to taste the same items and start and end the tour at the same time.
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Delphi Adventure Resort
What is it? - an outdoor adventure centre with spa and hotel
Suitable for group size - subject to enquiry
If your team is in need of some high energy excitement, Connemara’s Delphi Adventure Resort can provide you with a fun-fueled, energetic and memorable experience that meets all your team building goals. With over 20 fun filled water and land based outdoor activities designed to challenge you, test your skills with their combat archery, aerial trek, bog obstacle course, abseiling, tunnelling and many many more courses!
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Distillery Tours; Micil Distillery & Ahascragh Distillery
What better way to encourage team building than over some delicious drinks at one of Galway’s fabulous distilleries? Salthill’s Micil Distillery offers a range of tours, tastings and distillery experiences that will give your work group a chance to explore inside the world of Micil. With options such as the cocktail masterclasses, Micil whiskey experience and the Micil distillery experience you’ll have plenty of opportunities to bond with your workmates of the exquisite flavours created at Micil Distillery. Alternatively, Ahascragh Distillery's premium tour is perfect for those who like to taste the finer things in life! It highlights what makes their whiskey production process different from the rest by highlighting their sustainable innovations and how that has helped them become Ireland’s first zero energy emissions distillery. After the guided tour of the distillery, visitors will be treated to a tasting of premium spirits along with some food pairings to enhance the tasting process.
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above: Ahascragh Distillery
Kara-okay? at Massimo
What is it? - a fun and fantastic karaoke experience in Galway’s Westend
Suitable for groups - subject to enquiry
I want to break free! - Karaoke nights at Massimo take place every Thursday night and provide the perfect opportunity to tell your workmates how you really feel. Let your hair down and put on the performance of your life, because who doesn’t love a bit of workplace karaoke? Depending on your group, they also offer a choice of reserved areas in the main bar or in their renovated beer garden which can accommodate all your private party needs. This heated area has a private bar, relaxed vibes, pretty flowers, cocktails, pints and tunes, so if you’re looking to go on a night out with your work colleagues you might want to mention this spot to the boss.
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Day Trip with Aran Island Ferries (Seasonal)
What is it? - Aran Island ferry cruise to and from Inis Mór from The Galway Docks
Suitable for group size - subject to enquiry
Sometimes you just need to get away from it all for a bit and with the help of Aran Island Ferries you can! Leave your desk behind and get outdoors for the experience of a lifetime. They have superb packages available for groups of 10+ people with a list of recommendations of activities you can enjoy while you are on the Aran Islands including minibus tours with a local guide, bike hires, a trip to the historic Dún Aonghasa and much more. Experience all of this and more before returning home via the Cliffs of Moher and enjoying views of this iconic landmark from a new angle.
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above: Aran Island Ferries
Go Quizzing with WOMP Events
Suitable for group size - subject to enquiry
Work as a team to win some fabulous prizes at some of Galway many fantastic table quiz events. Our favourites include WOMP events’ many themed table quizzes and club nights. These are a fun way to bond over a shared interest or compete against each other in different groups. If themed events aren’t your thing they also host biweekly Common Knowledge Quizzes in The Ol’ 55 which are a great way to kick off a night out with your workmates. You can use all of WOMP’s experience to take care of your staff parties, especially if you want to treat your team to a night of song games, an epic pub quiz, a fundraiser - or a private gig featuring comedians, magicians or musicians - Team WOMP works closely with clients to create a bespoke event that suits their needs.
Private quiz bookings to be made via hello@wompevents.com
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Pure Skill
What is it? - an indoor sport challenges facility
Suitable for group size - up to 100 people
If your workplace loves a bit of friendly competition and testing out their skills, Pure Skill is just what you and your colleagues need for your next team building event. Compete as individuals or in teams on an indoor circuit arena that features 10 major sports and test your skills on each of their various circuits with the aim of getting as many points possible out of 100. No matter if you feel like you’re a pro at golf, football, basketball, baseball, rugby or tennis, there’s something for everyone to excel at at Pure Skill.
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Feature photo courtesy of Delphi Adventure Resort
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