Team Building Activities in Southern California

The Beauty of Southern California

Whether it is the sunny beaches, the gold rush, or their state flower the golden poppy, there are endless reasons why California is called the Golden State. The sun just shines differently over on the west coast and believe us when we say there is no shortage of fun activities to try in Southern California. You can find many different types of team building activities in Southern California. There are outdoor activities like hiking and the beach, urban activities like classic escape rooms, scavenger hunts, and cooking classes, and unique excursions like whale watching, wine tasting, and even volunteering. Whatever you need to do to build some team morale, try out Southern California as your next team building destination, and as an extra bonus, treat your team to traveling in luxury and comfort by booking a charter bus with Motor Coach West

The Great Outdoors 

Southern California’s natural landscape is strikingly beautiful. Exploring the local nature is a must, and there is no shortage of amazing outdoor activities for you and your team to try out. There are so many options to choose but here are some great team building activities to do in the great outdoors.

• Hiking: Hiking is a great way to stimulate the mind while experiencing the beauty of nature. Studies have shown that going on outdoor walks boost creativity, so this is the activity if your team is in a creative rut. Explore the many trails around Southern California like the Griffith Park Observatory, Joshua Tree National Park, Malibu, and the Santa Monica Mountains. Your team will be able to observe nature’s natural beauty while doing one of the best team building activities in Southern California.
• Beach Days: It shouldn’t be a shock that one of the activities on this list is a good old classic day at the beach. There are tons of gorgeous beaches along the coast of Southern California so take advantage of this and bring your team out for a day at the beach. There are many options like Laguna beach, Huntington beach, Santa Monica, and Santa Barbara. Take the day off relaxing and bonding with your team while building sand castles and enjoying fun in the sun, just don’t forget sunscreen!
• Watersports: Whether you want a chill kayaking excursion or an exhilarating surf contest, Southern California is the place to do some watersports! There are many parks where you can take your team out for a day on the water. Get your team spirit up by having a kayak race or surf contest, this is the perfect team building activity that combines adventure with relaxation.

For The City Goers

While there is a plethora of outdoor activities, there is no shortage of city activities either. Whether it is an escape room, a scavenger hunt, a painting class, or a group cooking class, there is so much to do in Southern California, this is the home of the iconic Los Angeles after all. Here is a collection of some great urban team building activities and locations for you to take your team to in Southern California. 

• Escape Rooms: Escape rooms are the quintessential team building activity. What brings a group together better than finding clues to solve puzzles so you and your team can escape a space? Quick thinking, team work, and communication are all practiced when you bring your team to an escape room. The Escape Game, Ninja Escape, and Mission Escape are great escape rooms in Southern California.
• Rage Rooms: If you have had a stressful time at work recently and need to let off some steam, consider going to a rage room! At rage rooms you can do (or undo) anything you want. Break glasses, smash boxes, and release all your tension! Rage rooms make sure you can safely relieve some stress in a controlled environment, so try something new with your team and break some stuff!
• Cooking Classes: Studies show that cooking with someone increases your bond with them by unleashing happy and bonding chemicals in your brain. There are tons of great cooking classes you can attend in Southern California. Cook a delicious meal with your team and practice your delegation, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Scavenger Hunt: A scavenger hunt is another great way to build teamwork skills. You can do it individually or divide your team into groups for a friendly scavenger hunt. Explore the city by making your own scavenger hunt, or use one of the many team building corporate scavenger hunts that surround Southern California.

Surely one of these activities is perfect for you and your team. Whether you need to work on communication, let off some steam, or practice your delegation skills, these urban team building activities are sure to bring your group closer together. Make sure you treat your team right and book a charter bus with Motorcoach West for a seamless travel experience.

Something Different

Now that you have the options of an outdoor adventure or an urban adventure, consider doing something off the beaten path. Southern California is home to any unique activities for your team to try. Consider going on a whale watching trip off the coast of San Diego, or a decadent wine tasting in The Valley, maybe you could try some mountain biking in the Santa Monica mountains, or even go orange picking in the orchards of Ojai. The options are limitless, but to get you down the right path here are some awesome unique activities to try out with your team in Southern California.

• Los Rios Rancho: Explore the Los Rios Ranch and pick some apples and oranges for a tasty snack. The grounds stretch over 300 acres and have many natural fruits grown in the orchard. Grapes, Oranges, Apples, Lemons, and so much more. This is a great way to get your team together and bond.
• La Jolla Segway Tours: Segway around La Jolla on a guided segway tour. This is a unique activity to do with your team that ensures fun and an educational experience learning about the landscape and history of beautiful La Jolla, San Diego.
• Ojai Mountain Estate: Explore the beautiful winery and orchard of the Ojai Mountain Estate and enjoy some delicious food and drinks fresh from the grounds. This is the activity if you want to mix natural scenery with amazing dining options.
• Rosenthal Malibu: This gorgeous winery is in Malibu. You can experience the utmost luxury by exploring these grounds with gorgeous seaside views of the Malibu cliffs. This is the perfect activity to bond with members of your team over some delicious refreshments.

Southern California is For The Team

As you can see Southern California is a happening place. There are so many things to do, opportunities to learn, and activities that your team will enjoy! Whether you want an outdoor adventure hiking Griffith Park, an urban adventure like a city-wide scavenger hunt, or a unique outing like whale watching, Southern California has something for everyone and every team. Make sure to check out all the cool things to do in Southern California and get there in style and comfort by booking a bus with Motor Coach West– your team will thank you!