Workshops for Team Building
The Team Building Playbook
The Team Building Playbook, part of The Playformative Playbook, is a hands-on team building 6-workshop series designed to help teams work better together. Participants explore using the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method to uncover what drives them, how they communicate, and how they show up for one another.
Whether you’re aiming to build team trust, navigating change, or setting a shared vision, these workshops deliver breakthroughs that last.
We offer in-person sessions across Apple Valley, Eagan, Lakeville, and Rosemount in Minnesota or virtually wherever you are.
Available for:
- In-person (materials provided) or virtual (kits shipped)
- 60 minutes to full-day deep dives
- One-time workshops or recurring engagements (discounted rates apply)
The Team Building Playbook: Workshop Summaries
Foundations of Us:
Team Culture & Sentiment
- Reflect on how the team feels right now, what’s working or not, and imagine the kind of team culture you want to build together.
- Outcome: An action you can take to move closer to the team culture you all want to be part of
Connection Link:
Team Alignment & Communication
- Look at how your team communicates, where things break down, and how you’d like to strengthen team alignment communication to flow instead.
- Outcome: A communication habit you’ll start, stop, or improve this week
The Heart of the Team:
Vision, Mission & Values
- Connect with what drives each person, then build a shared sense of purpose, vision, and the values you want to lead with.
- Outcome: An action you can take to live out one of our shared values
Role Call:
Strengths & Superpowers
- Identify individual strengths, celebrate what each person brings, and explore how to collaborate better together as a team.
- Outcome: One way you’ll use or support a strength more intentionally this week
Through the Fire:
Conflict & Change
- Explore how your team handles conflict, change, and challenges and build a stronger, more resilient communicative team.
- Outcome: One thing you’ll say or do differently to help the team navigate tension or change better
The Road Ahead:
Commitments & Growth
- Reflect on what you’ve learned, how you’ve grown, and what commitments you want to carry forward as a team.
- Outcome: A personal commitment will you carry forward to support the team from here on out
Perfect For:
- Groups of 2 to 20 participants
- New, growing, or evolving teams
- Leadership retreats, strategic planning sessions, or team reset workshops
- Teams facing challenges with communication, alignment, or collaboration
- Organizations seeking to boost employee engagement, creative thinking, and innovation
- Teams working through conflict, change, or unclear roles
- Groups who want vision-setting, role clarity, and problem-solving support
- Available in-person or virtually
- Fully customized to meet your team’s unique goals and challenges
Looking for a innovative way to connect participants at your next conference or retreat?
Our keynote address brings the Playformative Team Building Playbook to life for larger audiences.
Why We Need a New Approach to Team Building
This keynote explores why traditional team building often falls flat and what to do instead. Through a live LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® build, participants discover how purposeful play can rebuild team culture from the inside out.
Why The Team Building Playbook Works
These aren’t your typical team building workshops. These workshops aren’t about quick fixes or surface-level fun. They’re designed to guide each person through a personal reflection journey within the safety of a shared, creative space. The space for each person to reflect on how they experience the team, what’s working, what’s unclear, and what might need to shift.
Using the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method, these interactive team workshops help teams explore using hands-on participation to share insights they didn’t know they had. Through metaphor and storytelling, it’s a unique way to spark problem solving, improve team communication, and build a stronger sense of connection, without forcing it.
Final Outcome, Bringing It All Together
- At the end of our 6-part program, you’ll walk away with a completed team building playbook, being able to reflect on how you show up and work, so you can be part of a stronger more improved team culture.
What people tend to walk away with:
- A clearer, more personal perspective on how they show up in the team
- New ways to express ideas, priorities, and challenges
- Moments of insight that come from building, not just talking
- A shared experience that makes space for laughter and real conversation
- A sense of momentum, even if the solutions aren’t fully formed yet
Whether you’re planning a leadership retreat, a team building or reset session, or just looking to improve employee engagement, these creative team workshops help teams move forward with more clarity, curiosity and fun.
Team Building Workshop Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Started with Team Building Workshops
What makes a team building workshop effective?
A great team building workshop does more than entertain. Playformative workshops are designed with outcomes in mind and use the LEGO SERIOUS PLAY method to make insights tangible and lasting.
How do your team building workshops improve collaboration?
Our workshops help teams understand each other on a deeper level. By building metaphors with LEGO, team members uncover communication habits, strengths, and roadblocks. This builds trust and connection, helping teams work together more efficiently and empathetically.
Can we use a team building session to reset or repair our culture?
Yes. Many teams come to us during moments of transition, tension, or uncertainty. Our sessions offer a safe, creative space to name what’s working and what needs to shift and then build toward the kind of culture your team wants to create together.
Do you offer corporate team building workshops?
Absolutely. We work with businesses of all sizes, from small startups to corporate leadership teams, providing strategic workshops that align with your professional development goals. These experiences help spark innovation, increase retention, and build stronger internal relationships.
Workshop Format & Facilitation
What’s the ideal group size for a team building workshop?
We recommend 4–20 participants per facilitator for optimal engagement. For larger groups, we can add co-facilitators or split into breakout sessions to ensure every voice is heard.
Can your team building workshops be delivered virtually?
Yes, we specialize in both in-person and virtual formats. For remote sessions, we ship LEGO kits to each participant and use collaborative tools to keep the session interactive. It’s a fun, accessible option for remote-first or hybrid teams.
How long are your team building workshops?
Most sessions run from 60–90 minutes, but we also offer half-day, full-day, and multi-day team offsite options. We’ll help you pick the right length based on your goals and group size.
What’s included in a Playformative team workshop?
Every session includes:
- Experienced facilitator
- Workshop materials and LEGO kits
- Custom agenda tailored to your team’s needs
- Guided hands-on activities, group reflection, and creative prompts
- A team-based takeaway or next step to reinforce progress
Can you run a workshop for a department or cross-functional team?
Yes. We regularly run sessions for entire departments, leadership cohorts, or mixed teams from different parts of the organization. The method helps surface different perspectives and foster greater organizational alignment.
Results, ROI & Long-Term Impact
What kind of results can we expect after a team building workshop?
You can expect stronger team communication, clearer alignment on shared values or goals, increased morale, and greater willingness to collaborate. Teams often leave with renewed energy and actionable insights they can apply immediately.
What makes Playformative different from other corporate team building options?
We focus on meaningful interaction, not just fun and games. Every workshop is grounded in a proven method and tailored to your outcomes. Teams don’t just bond—they connect. Plus, the LEGO® builds make abstract ideas visible and memorable.
Is this a one-time thing or do teams work with you over time?
Both! Some teams start with a single workshop and later book recurring sessions (quarterly or annually). We offer 6-part workshop series for deeper team development as well as custom team-building retreats or event activations.
How do you measure success from a team workshop?
We collect written reflections and post-session feedback to assess participant insights, engagement, and outcomes. This helps you gauge ROI and gives us data to improve future workshops.
What’s the ROI of a team building workshop?
Improved team morale, more efficient collaboration, reduced conflict, and increased retention. When your people feel heard and valued, performance follows. The impact of a single session can be seen in clarity, alignment, and energy that carries forward.
Planning & Booking
How far in advance should we book a team building session?
We recommend 2–4 weeks in advance for virtual sessions and 4–6 weeks for in-person. Rush options are available when needed. For larger team retreats, longer lead time is helpful for planning logistics and kit delivery.
Can we customize the team building workshop content?
100%. Every workshop is customized for your team’s challenges and goals. Whether you’re focused on onboarding, communication, leadership development, or celebrating a milestone—we design around what matters most to you.
Do you provide a proposal or outline before booking a team building session?
Yes. After an initial discovery call, we’ll send a detailed proposal outlining the workshop focus, agenda, materials, pricing, and outcomes. Once approved, we’ll move into scheduling and logistics.
Can you host team building workshops offsite or at retreats?
Absolutely. We bring the Playformative experience to your chosen location—whether that’s an office, retreat center, conference venue, or co-working space. All materials are provided.
Let’s Build Something Better Together
If your team is ready to connect more meaningfully, strengthen team communication, and spark creative problem solving, this interactive team building workshop series is for you.
Whether you’re planning a leadership retreat, navigating change, or looking to boost employee engagement, the Stronger Together Team Playbook offers a hands-on, playful way to move forward with and purpose.
Fill out the form below to learn more or schedule a customized workshop that fits your team’s goals. Let’s make progress playful.