Best team building activities in Brooklyn

If you are looking for a way to get to know your coworkers other than by the water cooler, get your team together at Brooklyn Waterfront Paint and Sip. This venue immerses you in inspiration and conversation for an afternoon in the gallery of the Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition, with views of the Statue of Liberty and complimentary wine. Create a masterpiece with your colleagues – and not just in the meeting room. All paint and materials are included.

This is the perfect place to loosen up and release those creative juices while conversing with your coworkers without work distractions. Brooklyn Waterfront Paint and Sip can accommodate up to 20 guests.

Break out of your comfort zone or show off your skills to your coworkers at Hudson Table. This team-building activity starts with a cool knife skills demo followed by a two-hour group cooking class. This kitchen optimizes socialization and teamwork because each person works on a different aspect of the dish and its hands-on approach. If you feel confident enough, the venue provides a selection of beer and wine to enjoy while you cook; their offerings range from homemade pasta to Tex-Mex, French, and bagels, a home NYC deli staple.

Hudson Table can host a class of up to 24 guests.

NYC is known for having everything you can imagine, from entertainment to shops and restaurants, but a farm is one of the last things you would expect. Brooklyn Grange is a rooftop farm in Navy Yard that can host weddings, dinners, and, yes, team-building retreats. The best way to get your employees to relax from the office is to do sunset yoga together. The package includes a facility tour, a yoga class, and lunch. Brooklyn Grange provides a serene setting with a Manhattan view without the madness – no car honking to interrupt your zen.

A yoga class at Brooklyn Grange allows up to 25 guests.

Feel the natural IKEA effect from scratch at Craftsman Ave. This 1,500 sq. ft. venue provides all the woodshop material you need to create with your team. Create a side table, custom copper lamp, or stained glass, or participate in a pinewood mini-car racing derby. This team-building event space is designed to bring you and your coworkers together to build friendships and decorative furniture.

To book an event, contact the venue directly for capacity information.

Beat the Bomb is not your average escape room, but you are assured to have a “blast.” Each game has about five rooms per round with teamwork-based games. However, for the final boss, you must beat the clock or get hit with a pain, foam, or slime bomb. Don’t worry, it comes with a stylish hazmat suit – so you’ll be fine for drinks after.

Beat the Bomb can host events for over 13 people, perfect for a small, mid, or large company event. The experience includes snack and bar packages for your guests to enjoy.