In this story:
- Do: Have fun in the kitchen at Sydney cooking classes
- Do: Unwind and relax with our team at flower arranging classes
- Do: Unleash your creativity at paint and sip classes
- Do: Get your hands stuck into clay with pottery courses
- Do: Shake things up at a cocktail making class
- Why experiences are great for team building
- How to book a team building activity
Planning fun corporate team building activities in Sydney can be tricky—but that’s where we come in! From art and craft to cooking classes, we’ve got plenty of creative experiences to help you plan the best team building event your colleagues will never forget. Step outside the office, connect with your team on a whole new level and make lasting memories together in 2025.
Ready to get started? Here are a few team building do’s and don’ts to point you in the right direction.
Do: Have fun in the kitchen at Sydney cooking classes
Effective team building events in Sydney depend upon providing a positive shared experience for your work colleagues, and cooking classes are the perfect place to bond with each other outside the office and in the kitchen! Discover our wide variety of fun cooking classes in your local neighbourhood and gather your crew for an amazing office activity. Not only is it a mindful break from work, but these corporate cooking courses also help bring your team closer together in order to create delicious, mouth-watering dishes.
Spend less time looking at reports, and instead spice up your daily routine with making delicious, authentic dishes from scratch. Whether you love pizza making, dumpling making, or even Japanese street food cooking, these team bonding activities in Sydney are a great way to keep your colleagues connected. The best part, of course, is that at the end of the class, you all sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour together. Bon appetit!
Searching for team building ideas in Sydney? Japanese chef Yoshiko Takeuchi runs a wide range of cooking classes, and her experience with some of Japan’s best chefs ensures you’re getting an authentic Japanese experience. Discover her intensive cooking workshops in Sydney CBD and Mosman, from cooking fried gyoza and superfood sushi to a warm bowl of ramen.
Don't: Start a fire
We all love a barbeque but wheeling the Weber into the conference room for a team cook-in will send the fire alarms into a spin and make your office smell like a sausage for weeks. If you had your heart set on this iconic Australian pastime, try one of our team BBQ classes instead. It'll be sure to get your team cooking up a storm in the kitchen!
Do: Unwind and relax with our team at flower arranging classes
Get your team out of their comfort zone and experience something new together with our fun flower corporate activities in Sydney! It can go a long way to strengthening your relationship with one another in the workplace. Discover the art of flower arranging and learn about how to choose the best blooms for your floral masterpiece. Guided by experienced florists, you will spend the day surrounded by gorgeous flowers and make your very own arrangement to take home. Flower arranging is one of the best mindful and relaxing corporate team building activities, where you can unwind and feel calmer during the workshop.
Find more tips on how to be more effective with mental health in the workplace here.
Don't: Escape rooms are not everyone's cup of tea
Escape rooms are a wonderful team activity, but it doesn’t make for an indoor team building exercise that everyone will love. If there's no communication, people will start to feel more frustrated instead of being excited to work with their team. Instead, head to a flower arranging class near you and discover how to find your inner peace.
Do: Unleash your creativity at paint and sip classes
Paint and sip classes are one of our most popular things to do in Sydney as they combine paint and creativity with a glass of your favourite beverage. Suggesting a paint and sip class to your colleagues is an almost foolproof way of guaranteeing attendance at your next team event. Although a teacher guides the class through each brushstroke, paint and sip is very casual and gives the team a chance to relax and drink with each other without the alcohol being the sole focus. This relieves the social pressure that can often come with social drinking and allows them to show a different side of themselves on the canvas.
Don't: Exercise and sports are fun but...
Although sports bring people together, taking your team out to watch a game may not be an ideal activity. If you ask your team to sit in the sun all day watching a sport they might not enjoy, they’ll truly understand why five days of cricket is called “a test.” Save the healthy competition for the paint and sip class!
Do: Get your hands stuck into clay with pottery courses
Looking for the best team building activities in Sydney? Discover our range of pottery and craft workshops in your local neighbourhood. Bruna Rodwell from Glaze Galleria, an expert with clay, runs a hand building pottery workshop out of her cosy ceramics studio in Drummoyne. Bruna is passionate about guiding you through the creative process with a mindful and relaxed energy, making this a truly unique option for a small but busy team.
If you have a larger group to cater for, Silky Shapes in Crows Nest runs a beginner pottery course over three weeks that covers wheel throwing, trimming and glazing. Silky Shapes offer private classes and are flexible with their options, so if this doesn’t suit your workplace, get in contact and organise an event that’s unique to your team.
Don't: Try pottery on your own
Pottery is a beginner-friendly activity but if you're not sure what to do, it might make your team more lost and disinterested in the class. Instead, head to our pottery classes for beginners and sink your hands into clay, with expert guidance from your teacher. They are happy to help you create unique ceramic pieces that serve as lasting mementos of this special day!
Do: Shake things up at a cocktail making class
Shake, stir, and sip your way to cocktail perfection while bonding with your team in a fun and relaxed environment. Cocktail making classes are an exciting and enjoyable experience that is ideal for team bonding in Sydney, regardless of your level of experience.
In our cocktail classes, you'll be introduced to the art of mixology, learning the techniques and secrets behind making delicious and visually stunning cocktails. No skills are necessary, making it a welcoming and inclusive activity for everyone in your team. Our master mixologists will guide you through each step, ensuring that you feel confident and inspired as you create your own signature drinks.
Searching for team activities in Sydney? Get your colleagues shaking and stirring with our mobile classic cocktail making class that can travel straight to you. Nothing rounds off a week like an early knockoff and a few cold ones, but take it up a notch and get the gang making their own concoctions with Sydney mixologists, who’ll cover two classic cocktails and can cater for up to five hundred guests.
If you’re chasing something hands-on but alcohol-free, this kombucha making workshop in Windsor is sure to delight everyone's taste buds. Not only will the team all leave with a bottle of their own kombucha, but they’ll also have their own kombucha starter, so they can keep creating at home.
Don't: Head to the local pub
Swap the cliche corporate team building activities of holding Friday night drinks at the local pub, and instead head to an interactive cocktail making class in Sydney. Here, everyone will be able to get involved, learn a new skill and sip on their favourite cocktails at the end. Mmm, delicious!
Why experiences are great for team building
- They build real connections: Shared experiences create stronger bonds than another meeting or after-work drink ever could.
- They boost creativity: Trying something new—whether it’s painting, pottery or cooking—helps teams think outside the box and spark fresh ideas.
- They reduce stress: Getting hands-on with clay or flowers is not only fun but also promotes mindfulness and relaxation.
- They celebrate individuality: Everyone brings something unique to the table, and creative workshops let those strengths shine.
- They encourage collaboration: Working together to plate a dish, mix a cocktail or finish a painting strengthens teamwork naturally.
How to book a team building activity
Booking your Sydney team experience is simple:
- Step 1: Find your favourite among our list of art, craft and cooking classes
- Step 2: Filter by group size, location and budget to find the perfect fit.
- Step 3: Check availability and book instantly online, or contact the teacher directly for a custom session.
- Step 4: Show up, relax and get ready to make unforgettable memories with your team!
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