14 May, 2024
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Make Team Building Fun With These Great Activity Ideas

14 May, 2024
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Discover our picks of the best team building activities in Hong Kong, from karaoke to art jamming, hiking, cooking classes and more.

What comes to mind when you hear the words “team building activity”? Here at Sassy, we love a good work bonding day outa perfect excuse to break up a monotonous week with a fun group activity. We’re firm believers that it’s always a good idea to leave your desk for an afternoon, get to know your colleagues better and explore a different side of Hong Kong. With that in mind, we’ve curated a selection of our favourite team-building activities and group outing ideas, ranging from karaoke and art jamming to hiking, cooking classes, and more…

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Art Jamming Team Building Activities
Junk Boat Team Building Activities
Spa Pampering Team Building Activities
Indoor Sports Team Building Activities

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Karaoke – Team Bonding singing & dancing

It’s no secret that Hongkongers — and Team Sassy — love karaoke. After all, who doesn’t love belting out the classics at the top of their lungs? It’s good for the soul and the endorphins, making karaoke a team-building no-brainer. Even better, this group activity requires little to no organisational effort. Simply book a room for your team and you’re good to go!

The best karaoke places for ultimate team building:

  • Music Box Karaoke — Japanese-style karaoke, with more than 240,000 songs in Japanese, English, Korean and Chinese. By reservation only! 
    10/F, 10 Prat Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, 2368 1927, musicbox-hk.com
  • Neway Karaoke Box HK — Plenty of brand-new Korean tracks, Cantopop and Taiwanese hits, with an extensive menu of snacks and drinks.
    Various locations across Hong Kong, www.newaykb.com
  • Red MR A Team Sassy favourite! Plenty of English songs plus Japanese, Korean and Chinese and other language hits.
    Various locations across Hong Kong, www.redmr.com
  • Junel’s Restobar — Filipino restaurant with a communal karaoke and vibrant vibes!
    Shop 1G, Basement level, Tung Lee Building, 7 On Ning Lane, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 5182 8725, www.facebook.com/junelsrestobar
  • Canton Pot — A twist on hotpot cuisine, serving high-quality ingredients, with dining rooms including a VIP room with karaoke facilities.
    2/F, 1131 Canton Road, Mong Kok, Hong Kong, 5182 8725, www.facebook.com/junelsrestobar

Read More: 6 Best Karaoke Songs To Get The Party Started – Team Sassy Shares Our Go-To’s


Group Hiking – Outdoor team-building activities

There’s nothing quite like stepping out of a stuffy, air-conditioned office into the beauty of nature to encourage team bonding and building. And given that Hong Kong has so many stunning natural wonders, it’d be positively criminal not to indulge in something active for your big group outing. Hikes can be a great place to start but make sure that the difficulty level is suitable for all your colleagues.

The best hiking trails for ultimate team building:

  • Dragon’s Back — Offers spectacular coastal views before descending to the beaches of Big Wave Bay or Shek O for a refreshing dip after an urban hike.
  • The Peak — An accessible, scenic one-hour stroll with panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline day or night.
  • Tai Lam Chung Reservoir — Moderate hike to a viewpoint overlooking the lush “Thousand Island Lake” and vistas within Hong Kong’s countryside.
  • Lion Rock — A moderately difficult ascent rewarded with 360-degree views of Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, and the New Territories from its peak resembling a lion’s head.
  • Sunset Peak — The ambitious hike up to Hong Kong’s third-highest peak rewards trekkers with a sunset view over Lantau’s coastline.

Read More: Your Ultimate Guide To Beginner-Friendly & Easy Hikes In Hong Kong


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Spin Classes – High-energy and exhilarating team-building exercise

Feel the beat and pedal your way to fitness glory with a spin classes at XYZ! Each session is a dynamic mix of resistances and terrains, making every class a unique challenge. The infectious energy in the room and the camaraderie among fellow riders create a fun and interactive experience, making it an excellent team-building activity. Regardless of fitness level, spin classes at XYZ provide a thrilling and effective workout that fosters a sense of unity and motivation.

XYZ, 12/F, China Building, 29 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, 2865 0999, www.youarexyz.com

More spin studios for ultimate team building:

  • Project S — A pay-as-you-go boutique fitness studio offering group classes.
    33-34/F, The Chelsea, 69 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2328 8211, www.project-s.com.hk
  • Renation — A one-stop wellness destination with diverse offerings including high-intensity indoor cycling classes.
    3/F, H Code, High Block, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong, www.teamrenation.com
  • Pure Fitness — Customisable Les Mills cycling workouts in three intensity levels.
    Various locations across Hong Kong, www.pure-360.com.hk
  • Absolute Boutique Fitness — Brings accessible, holistic rhythm cycling led by specially trained instructors.
    5/F, On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, 2880 2090, www.absoluteboutiquefitness.com.hk

Read More: Top Spinning Classes In Hong Kong – Where To Go For Indoor Cycling & More


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Cooking Classes — Culinary team building workshops

When it comes to getting your team’s attention, food and drink spring to mind! Aside from the many, many fine eateries Hong Kong has to offer, there’s plenty in the way of hands-on cooking classes to try. Cooking classes are the very definition of a win-win situation. You’ll learn new culinary skills and get something tasty to eat at the end of it! Being the foodie city that it is, of course, Hong Kong has plenty of options available.

The best cooking classes for ultimate team building:

  • BakeBe — Learn how to bake Insta-worthy sweet treats, with tutorials created by pastry chefs.
    Shop 170, Level 1, Mira Place 2, 118-130 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, 3165 8279, bakebe.com
  • The Mixing Bowl — Perfect for a team full of sweet tooths, with plenty of pastry-making fun.
    23/F, The Pemberton, 22-26 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2524 0001, www.themixingbowlhk.com
  • Foodcraft HK — Natural, organic food-centred cooking classes, with vegan, dairy-free, egg-free and gluten-free options. This one’s Team Sassy tried and tested!
    16F Unit A, Yiu Ga Factory Building, 62 Victoria Road, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong (Entrance on Sai Ning Street), 5917 1181, www.foodcraft.hk
  • Hong Kong New Oriental Culinary Art — Comprehensive programmes from single lessons to 50-class courses in international cuisine.
    2/F, KP Tower, 93 King’s Road, North Point, Hong Kong, 2656 2727, www.hknoc.com.hk (website in Cantonese)
  • Metropolitan Kitchen — Professional and beginner cooking classes under the expert guidance of Chef Marco Maggio, former chef of luxury hotels.
    20/F, Silver Fortune Plaza, 1 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, 3563 6363, www.metrokitchen.com.hk

Read More: We Get A Masterclass In Sourdough Bread Making At Foodcraft


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Escape Rooms — Interactive puzzle rooms providing communication-building for team bonding

Intellectual fortitude meets nerves of steel in this popular team-building activity. In many ways, escape rooms are the ultimate test of patience and communication, with a dash of mystery thrown into the mix.

The best escape rooms for ultimate team building:

  • LOST Hong Kong — Many, many storylines and rooms across four locations.
    Various locations across Hong Kong, 2390 0093, 9881 0001 (Team Building Enquiries), losthk.com 
  • Sandbox VR — An escape room with a futuristic virtual reality twist.
    Sandbox VR (Causeway Bay), 23/F, Midtown Soundwill Plaza II, 1 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 3751 7922
    Sandbox VR (Tsim Sha Tsui), 4/F, Tern Plaza, 5 Cameron Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, 2311 9995, sandboxvr.com/hongkong
  • Fox In A Box —Europe’s top escape room company offers immersive private games like the Cold War Bunker Room.
    Flat 5, 9F, Eastcore, 398 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, 9854 6664, foxinaboxhongkong.com
  • Title Escape — Offers four 60-minute private escape room scenarios for up to eight players in Hong Kong.
    G/F, No. 39B, Battery Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 5511 1875, www.title-escape.com (website is in Cantonese)

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Yoga & Meditation — Relaxing team bonding class that enhances mental health

What better way to truly unwind and destress, than with a guided meditation or yoga session? Make your employees’ and coworkers’ physical and mental health a priority, and foster holistic wellness in the workplace.

The best yoga studios for ultimate team building:

  • IKIGAI Yoga — An option for private group classes at your office or at its studios, plus health and wellness practices workshops curated for your specific needs.
    Various locations across Hong Kong, www.ikigai.hk
  • The Yoga Room — Offers corporate wellness retreats in some of the most stunning locations in Asia as well as customised programmes, corporate classes and other events you can join if you’d prefer to stay in the city.
    2544 8398, WhatsApp: 6685 9097, yogaroomhk.com
  • Flowga — Infrared heating yoga studio, where hot yoga meets cool vibes and hip hop beats, offering a variety of classes to suit every yogi’s energy level.
    Unit F, 1st Floor, Winner Building, 37 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong, 9129 1366, www.flowga-studio.com
  • Santi Space Yoga and Wellness — Nature-inspired practices, healing services, and restorative yoga with singing bowls for a holistic approach to well-being.
    5A, Lockhart Centre, 301-307 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 9602 8864, www.santispacehk.com
  • Shan Studios — A yoga studio, offering a variety of classes including Power Flow and Lunchtime Yogic Sleep for all-day well-being.
    902 Sun Hing Industrial Building, 46 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 9306 6788, www.shanstudios.com

Read More: The Best Yoga Studios & Classes In Hong Kong


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Art Jamming – Creative team building activity for fun and lighthearted expression

An art and crafts-themed team-building activity is great for getting those creative juices flowing, and might provide a welcome change of scene for those in more corporate sectors. Encourage your team to channel their inner Picasso with an afternoon at one of our favourite art jamming spaces, where resident artists can help you create motivational themes or projects tailored to your company’s specific needs. Or why not branch out into home decor DIY and handicrafts, with Choco L’ART Studio?

The best art jamming spaces for ultimate team building:

  • artjamming — Proving that painting can be relaxing and calming, and a whole lot of fun!
    4D Yally Industrial Building, 6 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 2541 8816, WhatsApp: 9240 7244, www.artjamming.com
  • Choco L’ART Studio — An art jamming space, with blank canvases and plenty of paint. You can also try your hand at handicrafts, with leather workshops, tie-dye classes and soap-making all on offer. This is Team Sassy tried and tested! 
    2B, Yan King Court, 119-121 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, www.chocolart.com.hk
  • Studio 83 — Oil painting, acrylic, sketching, watercolour and fun options like alcohol ink, lucky cat doll painting and more!
    Studio 83 (Central), 11/F, 46 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, 25233852 WhatsApp: 5615 4388

    Studio 83 (Kwun Tong), Unit 10, 16/F, Ricky Centre, 36 Chong Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, 2523 3852 WhatsApp: 5615 4388, studio83.com.hk
  • Oscary Art — A convivial and collaborative atmosphere for creative expression and home decoration projects.
    Oscary Art (Central), S511 Block A PMQ No. 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong

    Oscary Art (Causeway Bay), 2/F, 9A Sharp Street East, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 9588 1514, oscaryart.com
  • The Hideout — In a countryside setting, with art supplies, refreshments, and the option for guided sessions to enhance your artistic experience.
    Ngan Kwong Wan Road, Mui Wo, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, 9660 2625, www.thehideout.hk

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Junk Boat Outing — A perfect getaway with something for everyone

One of Hong Kong’s most celebrated pastimes has to be all things boats. Let’s face it, there aren’t many who would turn their nose up at a junk boat trip and, as team building activities go, this option really does ensure there’s something for everyone. Good food for the culinary-minded, water sports for the active, and sunshine (fingers crossed) for those who want to top up their tan.

The best junk boats for ultimate team building:

  • Aqua Luna — The majestic Aqua Luna can be hired out for private functions, perfect for an evening soiree.
    3428 8837, aqualuna.com.hk
  • Entourage — A recently renovated yacht (75 ft. long with three stories) boasting a fully air-conditioned lounge area complete with a cocktail station and bar counter, a state-of-the-art catering kitchen and a cosy open-air dining area. This is Team Sassy tried and tested!
    www.entourage.com
  • Saffron Cruises — Boating with a difference, with a variety of fishing trips (where your catch is cooked on board straight away!), as well as more standard cruise packages.
    2857 1311, 9732 2544www.saffron-cruises.com
  • Poseidon Yachting – Beautiful fleet, bespoke cruising, and the freedom to even bring along furry friends.
    2503 0770, 9070 1814, www.poseidonyachting.hk
  • Lazydays – Delicious food, fun activities, and remote locations for unwinding.
    www.lazydays.com.hk

Read More: Your Ultimate Hong Kong Junk Boat Guide


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Luxurious Spa Pampering – Relaxation and bonding in one experience

Sometimes the team just deserves a break, and what better way to turn your team-building experience into a chance for relaxation? While Hong Kong is renowned for its “work-hard, play-hard” culture, there are ample opportunities for easy-going downtime, especially at the finest luxury spas. With a range of spas catering to parties of all sizes and featuring Corporate Wellness Programmes that can be brought to your office or hosted at their various locations, you can create a memorable in-spa event that promotes well-being and fosters a sense of rejuvenation among your colleagues.

The best spas for ultimate team building:

  • Sun and Moon Massage — Enhancing workplace well-being with premium onsite massage services.
    Various locations across Hong Kong,  9432 7288 (Team Building Enquiries), www.sunandmoonhk.com
  • The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong — Exclusive spa experiences and meaningful wellness journeys above the clouds.
    Level 116, International Commerce Centre (ICC), 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2263 2040, www.ritzcarlton.com
  • The Chaless — A personalised spa and wellness experience, with VIP Concierge Services, customisable packages, and discounts on curated treatments.
    G/F, 16 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 5615 4388, thechaless.com
  • Sense of Touch – All-inclusive packages that are tailor-made for various occasions and group sizes.
    Various locations across Hong Kong, senseoftouch.com.hk
  • Iyara Day Spa – Book for at least 6 guests and enjoy a selection of beauty and pampering services, along with a complimentary glass of wine.
    Iyara Day Spa (Central), 1/F 26 Cochrane Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2545 8639
    Iyara Day Spa (Mid-Levels
    ), G/F, No 5 Prince’s Terrace, Mid Levels, Hong Kong, 2530 1666, www.iyaradayspa.com

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Indoor Sports – Exciting team building activities for fun and bonding

Given Hong Kong’s notoriously temperamental weather, something indoors may be your most reliable option when the forecast is looking a bit iffy. Luckily, the city can easily accommodate an indoor team-building experience. Test your team’s strength, agility and teamwork with a spot of paintball, laser tag or other battleground indoor sports. Take your pick from a number of indoor battlegrounds situated across Hong Kong.

The best indoor combat sports for ultimate team building:

  • Crossfire Arena — Combat archery, bubble soccer, dodgeball, laser tag, neon sabres, nerf war, hado and even quests!
    Crossfire Arena, 3B, On Fat Industrial Building, 12 Kwai Wing Road, Kwai Chung, New Territories, Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 9074 9059, 2633 0989, crossfire.hk
  • Impact Force CQB — Indoor battleground with battle games (mystery puzzles, role-playing and jelly gun fight), laser tag, mazes and more.
    3/F, Kaiser Estate, Phase 1, 41 Man Yue Street, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 5593 1339, www.impactforcecqb.com
  • Resalaser — Laser tag at a 10,000 sq. ft. venue.
    Flat A, 4/F, International Industrial Building, 175 Hoi Bun Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3580 0030, 6484 4499, www.resalaserhk.com
  • Groundswell – In-Mall surfing destination, offering indoor surfing, perfect for surfers of all skill levels.
    Shop 601, Airside, 2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Hong Kong, 3564 8345, www.groundswellhk.com
  • Ryze – Indoor trampoline park, featuring connected trampolines, aerial silks, and a ninja obstacle course.
    Ryze Hong Kong, 3/F, Kodak House 1, 321 Java Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, 2337 8191, www.ryzehongkong.com

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Editor’s Note: “The Ultimate List Of Team Building Activities In Hong Kong” was originally written by Fenella Dale and was most recently updated in May 2024 by Catherine Pun. With thanks to Jessica Ng for her contribution.

Main image courtesy of enigma_images via Getty, images 1 and 8 courtesy of Sassy Media Group, image 2 courtesy of patrickheagney via Getty, image 3 courtesy of XYZ via Instagram, image 4 courtesy of Bakebe via Instagram, image 5 courtesy of Lost via Instagram, image 6 courtesy of Flowga via Instagram, image 7 courtesy of Oscary Art via Instagram, image 9 courtesy of Sun and Moon Massage via Instagram, image 10 courtesy of Groundswell via Instagram.

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