Need ideas for a company retreat? Retreats and team-building exercises allow employees to meet each other in a relaxed environment, away from work stress. The withdrawals and team-building training build trust and loyalty while providing a fun getaway that employees enjoy and look forward to. Michigan has many beautiful places to visit and venues for company retreats.
Company Retreat Plans
Plan your retreat well to invite as many people as possible. Planning a company retreat about six months in advance is ideal. You can ask your team when it is most convenient for them. Ask your team members on the company’s messaging board. Sending a poll out to your employees to let them choose the best time to fit their schedule is a simple and easy method.
When planning a company retreat, ask your employees what they want to see, do, or eat. This will make them feel valued. You can begin making reservations and bookings once you know what your employees are interested in.
One-Day Company Retreat Ideas
Many fun getaways can be done in one day or less. Your employees will love dressing up for a wine night in a fancy location. And who doesn’t like a boss who provides free drinks? You can have a relaxing day at the beach if you prefer. The Holland Downtown and Muskegon locations offer scenic views of the water, ideal for a meeting near the shoreline.
Restaurants make an excellent choice for those who enjoy a tasty meal. Our venues offer a wide range of delicious foods for everyone to enjoy. Our platforms also offer bars to those who want to enjoy wine, Champagne, cocktails, or other beverages.
Another great way to spend a day is by taking a city tour. You can go on a bike ride, visit Michigan museums and landmarks, then enjoy the food at our venues. Our venues include cities with vibrant cultures and nightlife, such as Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Holland, and Saugatuck. There’s no better way to spend a day browsing through art galleries and boutiques by the lake.
We have various venues that offer golf courses in the real world and virtual simulations. A Golf Outing Menu has been curated to complement a day of swinging clubs in the sun.
Corporate Retreat Locations In Michigan
We have a wide range of locations for company retreats in western Michigan. Here are just some of the stunning rooms that can be reserved.
Ballroom Retreats
The ballroom retreat is elegant and sophisticated. It’s the perfect reward for staff who want to enjoy a night of luxury. Ballrooms are available at our Cascade, Caledonia, and Grandville locations and Holland North and Holland Downtown. They feature elegant white linens and refined décor.
Lake Room Retreats
Our lake rooms provide a scenic view of the lake while our guests enjoy finely prepared cuisine, drinks, and great conversations. Enjoy the view by booking a room at Holland Downtown or Muskegon.
Boardroom retreats
Meetings with clients in Michigan are best held in private boardrooms. A screen and conference tables are also available. Two different boardrooms are available at our Muskegon site, Muskegon County Club.
Outdoor Retreats
We also have spacious outdoor areas for your company retreat. Saugatuck Grandville Caledonia Cascade, Grand Rapids North, Grand Rapids South, and Holland North have beautiful golf courses perfect for an outdoor retreat.
Pavillion Retreats
The Pavillion in Grand Rapids South provides the comfort of a closed space while allowing for natural light. The large windows overlooking the course’s rolling hills create a classy atmosphere. The pavilion has a dance floor and audiovisual equipment to make presentations.
Team Building Activities for Work Retreats
To keep your employees engaged and motivated, you must provide them with team-building activities. These team-building ideas will help strengthen your employees and create memorable moments.
Compliment Cards
You may be surprised at how much a few kind words mean. You can exchange index cards or notecards with compliments and things you like about your team. This can create a strong bond between coworkers and help set the tone for your retreat.
Scavenger Hunts
Why do we leave scavenger hunting to childhood? Not only are they fun, but they’re also an excellent opportunity to learn new skills in problem-solving and how to work with others. Create a scavenger hunt to teach your employees about building off each other’s strengths in the city you choose.
Company Trivia
It’s fun to test employees’ knowledge of the company and their colleagues. It’s an enjoyable way to release competitive energy and learn more about each other.
A Lie and Two Truths
It’s a fun game to allow employees to talk about their lives. Collaboration and teamwork are improved when coworkers view each other as more than just employees.
Mock Awards
You don’t have to use expensive trophies and ribbons for mock awards. A screen is all you need to show a presentation (and our video equipment will be perfect for this). Even silly categories can create an organization’s sense of accomplishment and belonging.
Team Challenges
It is a good idea to have a team challenge. This can be done through board games, sports, charades, or drawing games. The team-building exercises are something that employees will remember when discussing future company retreats.
Host your retreat at our company retreat locations
Our vast collection of venues is perfect for hosting Corporate Events. RedWater venues are the ideal place to host your next retreat. Employees will rave about the food, drinks, and atmosphere. RedWater’s event venues are the perfect place for company retreats in Michigan.
