Beyond our high-adrenaline adventures, Ackers specialises in purposeful team building that bridges the gap between individual talent and collective success. We provide the neutral ground, fresh air, and expert facilitation needed to transform your group into a high-performing team. Whether you’re integrating a new intake or re-energising a long-standing department, our bespoke outdoor activities are designed to build communication, trust, and problem-solving skills. From focused Team Development Days to fun staff rewards, we tailor every session to meet your team’s unique needs, offering a powerful shift in perspective that simply can’t be replicated in a boardroom..
Team building is a powerful investment in your organisation’s success. It goes beyond just fun and games — it fosters deeper connections, enhances communication, and unlocks your team’s full potential. When teams come together in a supportive, neutral environment, they develop trust, boost morale, and improve collaboration, leading to better problem-solving and increased productivity back at work.
Before planning your perfect team building experience, take a moment to reflect on your goals. To help us tailor the right programme, consider these questions:
What is the idea behind the day? Is it a fun, informal session with a bit of teamwork, or something more structured?
Is this a newly formed group that needs to build better collaboration?
Do you work remotely? Is this a chance for a team that usually communicates via phone or email to finally connect in person?
Stepping away from the desks and spreadsheets isn't just a break, it’s a strategic reset. By removing the office walls, you strip away the "business as usual" mindset and let real team spirit take over.
Break the Hierarchy: Job titles disappear the moment you step outside. It’s a level playing field where quieter voices find their confidence and leaders connect with their teams on a human level.
Real World Connection: You can’t "cc" your way through an outdoor challenge. Hands-on activities build a level of trust and empathy that simply can’t be replicated over an email thread.
The Mental Reset: Fresh air is a proven stress-killer. Swapping the screen for the outdoors clears the mental fog, making room for the creative, "outside the box" thinking your business needs.
Interactive challenges stimulate critical thinking and set a positive tone. Use these two exercises in your next morning meeting to see the Ackers philosophy in action!
If you could have a useless superpower, (e.g, the ability to turn invisible only when no one is looking), what would it be?
Why it works: It removes professional pressure and sparks creative storytelling and connection.
You need to get a fox, a chicken, and a bag of grain across a river using a small boat. The boat can carry only you plus one item at a time. You cannot leave the fox alone with the chicken (or the fox will eat it). You cannot leave the chicken alone with the grain (or the chicken will eat it).
How do you get all three safely across?