It’s 3 p.m. on a Thursday in July. Your team has been in this very same conference center near Westshore all week. The sky is grey and it looks like it could rain at any minute. No one wants to go to a park for a lunchtime picnic and run the risk of getting wet. Why not take your team to Mr. Putters Miniature Golf for a fun and interactive team-building event? We are an indoor facility with air conditioning. Located in the Town ‘N Country section of Tampa, we are close to where many businesses are located. A great place to take your coworkers for a fun afternoon of laughter and mini golf.
Why Mini Golf Works for Corporate Team Building
Tampa team building activities can be a lot of fun if you pick something that everyone can do. Many of the typical team-building events are a pain and only provide value to the individuals who are good at what you’re doing to do the event. Mini golf is fun for everyone.
Easy for Everyone, No Skill Needed
You don’t need to be a golfer to enjoy a round. The new hire, the sales lead and the CFO all start at the same tee. Putting is low pressure, and the short holes keep things moving. Between holes, people chat without even trying. That easy conversation is the real goal of corporate team building.
Friendly Competition That Builds Team Bonding
A tricky shot, a lucky bounce, a hole-in-one nobody saw coming. These are the moments your team will still talk about on Monday. Cheering each other on builds team bonding without a single trust fall or awkward icebreaker.
Three Themed Courses and 54 Holes of Indoor Mini Golf
All three of Mr. Putters’ 18-hole themed courses combine for 54 holes of Indoor Mini Golf. Each of the three themed courses is very interactive, with many changing obstacles that provide players of all skill levels with challenges and fun moments throughout their round. Whether you have time for one round or an afternoon of golf, Mr. Putters has something for everyone.
Unlike typical meeting spaces with a projector, we have no slides, no breakouts, and no name tag games. What we have is a putter, a ball and 18 challenging holes of golf. Many teams say that the change of scenery from the typical meeting space is reward enough for them to participate in a team building event.
An Indoor Office Outing That Beats Tampa Heat and Rain
Where can you take your team when it’s too hot or rainy? It’s one of the most common questions Tampa planners ask. Summer here means heavy humidity and afternoon thunderstorms that roll in almost every day. Hurricane season can wipe out an outdoor company picnic with very little warning. Beach days and softball games are great until the lightning starts.
Keeping your plans on track with an indoor office activity such as our climate-controlled Indoor Team Building Activities at the office takes all the uncertainty out of checking the radar. No need for a rain date, a backup plan or to stock up on sunscreen for a long Tampa summer or the rest of the year. These activities make a great first choice and a backup option for your team building events.
Simple Team Building Ideas for Your Mini Golf Outing
A little planning can turn an entertaining activity into a meaningful team building exercise. Here are a few examples of such activities that are suitable for groups.
Mix Up the Foursomes
Mingle people who usually don’t work together in groups of 3-4. For example, pair someone from accounting with someone from the marketing department. This will make it easy for them to discuss while maintaining a swift pace of discussion.
Run a Mini Tournament
Keep score as teams, and the lowest combined score wins. Pick a silly prize, like a homemade trophy or first choice at the next team lunch. Bragging rights are half the fun.
Add Arcade and Carnival Games After the Round
After the last putt of the day, allow patrons to relax and unwind playing arcade games and/or other carnival-style games. It’s a fun way to allow golfers to relax and share stories of their round while maintaining a fun atmosphere.
Company Outings for Employee Appreciation, Holiday Parties and More
Mini golf does not necessarily need a reason for a company outing, but rather fits very well into many different situations on the company calendar. Thus, corporate events with teams of employees playing a round of mini golf can be scheduled for almost any occasion.
- A thank-you outing for employee appreciation
- Celebrating a strong quarter or a big project wrap
- Welcoming new hires to a relaxed team meeting with the rest of the team.
- A Fun Holiday Party Not Like Another Restaurant Dinner Party
- A send-off for a coworker who is moving on
Many Tampa offices look for something different to do during the holiday season. Taking your team for a round of indoor mini golf, for example, can be a great way to get people to move, laugh, and have real conversations as opposed to the usual long dinner table chats. These types of team-building activities can create great lasting memories beyond just another meal together.
Planning Tips for Office Managers and HR Teams
Organizing a team building event is easy when you follow a few simple steps.
- Choosing a day and time can be tricky. A weekday afternoon or immediately after work is a good time for an office outing.
- Find out how many people will be attending and ask about any special group rates.
- Contact them in advance to inquire about discounts for groups as well as to discuss logistics, such as time and expectations for the session.
- Ask about food and drink before you promise snacks to your team.
- Account for travel time from the office, particularly during rush hour on Hillsborough Avenue.
- Tell people about the plan ahead of time so they can wear comfortable shoes.
A Quick Trip From Westshore, Westchase and Nearby Tampa Offices
Mr. Putters is located at 11236 W Hillsborough Ave in Town ‘N Country. We are just minutes from the Westshore Business District and Tampa International Airport. We are also close to Westchase, Carrollwood, Citrus Park and Oldsmar. No need to fight downtown traffic.
With many corporate offices and airport area employers on the west side of Tampa, planning a team building event here is very easy to do. You can leave work, play 18+ holes and be home in time for dinner. Whether you are looking for indoor activities to do near your office or a round of mini golf, we are close by. Your coworkers will thank you for the break.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we still have our team outing if it’s raining or too hot in Tampa?
Yes. We are an indoor, air-conditioned mini golf course. Our games will not be canceled because of rain. Afternoon thunderstorms and extreme summer humidity will not affect your golf games. That means you can go where you want to for your activity during the long Tampa summer, and we will be your first choice and a good alternative for the rest of the year.
Does my team need to be good at golf to enjoy this?
You don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy playing mini golf. Here, the new hire, the sales lead and the CFO all start from the same tee. Putting is not pressurized; the short holes mean you can play at your own pace, and before you know it, you’re chatting between holes – perfect corporate team building by accident.
How many holes of mini golf can our group play?
Mr. Putters has three 18-hole themed courses for a total of 54 holes of indoor mini golf. Each course is filled with unique interactive elements to surprise and delight players of all ages. Play one course or play a few of them throughout the day, and then play some of the arcade games or other carnival games the rest of the day.
How far is Mr. Putters from offices in Westshore?
We are just minutes from the Westshore Business District located at 11236 W Hillsborough Ave in Town ‘N Country. We are also minutes from the Tampa International Airport and have teams that play out of golf courses in the Westchase, Carrollwood, Citrus Park and Oldsmar areas. Please allow some extra time for travel during rush hour on Hillsborough Avenue.
Plan an Outing the Weather Can’t Cancel
We have indoor mini golf with air-conditioned comfort. You can play without checking the radar for Tampa storms, thus never needing a rain date or a back-up plan. No sunscreen required.
Book your team building event at Mr. Putters and keep your company outing on track, rain or shine.