Some lucky people get on really well with their co-workers. As a result, they become more than just colleagues and turn into friends too. However, spending time together can get pretty repetitive after a while. A quick drink at the local bar every Friday is boring if you do it all the time. So, it’s time to stop discussing doing something with these people, and it’s time to start planning. Read on for some ideas.
Paintball
This is an old favorite for many groups of colleagues and co-workers. Paintballing finally gives you a chance to shoot that one colleague who drives you nuts. Even better, it’s both allowed and encouraged! If your nearest venue is outdoors, go for an evening session so you can do it under the cover of nightfall. This makes it even more exciting. Grab a drink nearby afterwards to discuss who fared well and who, well, failed! Get ahead on techniques by reading a guide like http://www.adventuresport.co.uk/paintball/paintball-tactics-advice-and-tricks before you go. It’s not cheating; it’s just preparation!
A party bus
A lot of people are put off by the idea of a night out. They worry about how they’ll get there and back home again. They worry about if their bag will be safe. They worry about the other people in the venue, or nasty bouncers, or expensive drinks.
There is a solution to all of this problems, however, and that’s a party bus. They’ve got all the drinks, music and atmosphere of a bar or club. But you’ve got none of the negatives. You don’t even have to queue for ages to use the toilet. And don’t think they’re small and cramped either. Some, like these from http://www.dccharterbuscompany.com/services/, are big enough to fit a dance floor inside!
Bubble football
There is a new craze sweeping the world. If you haven’t tried it yet, now is the time! Bubble football is a game where you play football with your own body. Sounds painful, but hang on. The key is; from your knees to your neck, you are surrounded by a huge, inflatable ball. This allows you to play football as usual, but bash people out of the way as you do. However, bear in mind that everyone is wearing these inflatables. This means they can bash into you too.
Bubble football is one of those activities where you’ll probably be too busy laughing to do any serious sports. Plus, like paintballing, it gives you the chance to give your boss a knocking into! Videos like https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POhvh_hrq6E on YouTube will let you see what it looks like.
A comedy club
This is a great option if things have been a little bit tense in the office recently. Book a table at a comedy club. Doing this is significantly different to going to a bar or hosting a dinner party, because it’s not you guys that have to do the talking. Instead, it’s the acts on stage! See if you can find a package that includes a free drink each, to get everyone a bit more relaxed. Laughing and smiling together will be great to help you bond. When you return to work the next day, you’ll all have had a shared experience that wasn’t stressful or work-related.
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