Experiences
The Greatest Glider Challenge is a 90–120 minute team building event where groups design and build sustainable gliders and then compete in aerial challenges. The experience includes all building materials, professional facilitation, and medals. It is ideal for corporate events, conferences, company offsites, holiday parties, school group activities, and large-scale gatherings. The program accommodates groups from 6 to 6,000 participants and is designed for outdoor spaces or large indoor venues.
How the Experience Works
The program is hosted and facilitated by a professional team. One facilitator is provided per 20–30 guests to keep energy high and participation strong. The event runs 90–120 minutes and includes full setup, facilitation, and cleanup.
Team Formation and Kick-Off
- Dynamic icebreakers energize and organize participants.
- Teams are capped at 6–8 people to maximize engagement.
- For groups of 80 or more, a streamlined wristband method keeps movement smooth.
Creative Build and Challenge Phase
- Teams work through experiential learning challenges that combine light physical activity with problem-solving.
- Participants collaborate to design, construct, and decorate their gliders using sustainable materials.
- Challenges can be customized to align with your event theme or goals.
Final Flight Competition
- Teams compete in three glider events: farthest glide, fastest glider, and most creative design.
- Winners receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals.
What Is Included in the Package
- Professional host and facilitators (1 facilitator per 20–30 guests).
- All building materials: cardboard, paper, tape, glue, and tools.
- Decorative elements: stickers, decals, and creative add-ons.
- Medals for the top three teams.
- Full event setup, facilitation, and cleanup.
Why Teams Choose This Experience
- High-energy and fun: Keeps large groups fully engaged from start to finish.
- True team collaboration: Every participant has a role, no spectators.
- Creative and strategic: Combines design thinking with hands-on building.
- Eco-friendly: Uses sustainable materials throughout the activity.
- Scalable: Works equally well for intimate groups of 6 and large corporate audiences of 6,000.
Event Types Served
- Corporate team building events and conference activities.
- Company offsites and retreats.
- Holiday parties, birthdays, and milestone celebrations.
- School group activities, community festivals, and fundraising events.
- Large-scale indoor or outdoor gatherings.
Service Area
The Greatest Glider Challenge is available nationwide. It can be delivered at your venue, conference center, hotel ballroom, park, or outdoor field. The facilitators travel with all equipment and materials, so no prior preparation is required from your team.
Key Benefits for Corporate and Event Organizers
- No prior crafting experience needed — instructions and facilitation are provided.
- Group sizes scale seamlessly from small teams to thousands.
- All materials are sustainably sourced and recyclable.
- Activity requires minimal setup space: a cleared area for building and an open zone for flights.
- Customization available to match event themes, company values, or training objectives.
If you need a team building activity that combines creativity, engineering, and friendly competition, The Greatest Glider Challenge delivers a memorable experience that strengthens collaboration and sparks innovation. The event ends with cheering crowds and a lasting sense of accomplishment.
