Soap Box Derby
Gear up. Race it. Take the flag.
Teams start by developing a racing brand, decorating their pedal-powered kart, racing overalls and team flags using the art packs provided, before heading into a series of racing-themed team challenge games.
These warm-up heats double as qualifiers, with points earned determining grid position for the final showdown. The team that scores the most points in the shortest time secures pole position, but it all comes down to the final race.
Then it’s lights out. Teams go head to head in our adult-sized, pedal-powered karts for a thrilling final race, with just one team crossing the line to take the chequered flag.
Perfect for…
Groups looking for a hands-on, competitive activity that mixes creativity with genuine racing thrills.
Available outdoors — 90 to 180 minutes, 20 to 200 players.
Teamwork
Mental
Physical
Entertainment
Business Impact
Duration
90 – 180 Mins
Participants
20 – 320 People
Rev Up Your Team Spirit with Soap Box Derby Team-Building!
The Soap Box Derby is a lively and fun team building challenge for your team. To begin with, the teams are renamed “pit crews” and must complete a series of themed activities that test their creativity, resourcefulness, teamwork and flair for design and branding.
Within the event there are three activities that every member of the pit crew must take part in and complete before the event culminates in a final race using our adult-sized, pedal-powered karts. Performance in these activities decides grid positions for the final showdown.
The team that scores the most points will secure pole position – but who will take the chequered flag?
Soap Box Derby isn’t just fast-paced and fun – it’s a hands-on team-building experience for all that fosters creativity, friendly rivalry, and a celebration of competition.
Outcomes of a Soap Box Derby Team-Building Activity
After the chequered flag falls on your Soap Box Derby team-building day, expect more than just memories of speed and excitement. This fun filled experience is meticulously designed to bolster teamwork, communication, design and strategic thinking. Through the twists and turns of the activity, your group will emerge with a reinforced sense of team unity and a shared victory mindset, crucial for tackling real-world challenges.
Every team member plays a pivotal role, mirroring the interdependent dynamics of a successful workplace. The essence of team building is about syncing strengths and pacing through weaknesses, mirroring the collaborative spirit of a pit crew. As your team navigates through the fun activities and final races, they develop a deeper understanding of trust, timing, and mutual support.
It’s more than just lap times and podium finishes. You’ll discover a team that’s more aligned, attuned, and ready to accelerate towards shared goals. This Soap Box Derby activity isn’t just about the final race; it’s about crafting a narrative of collective success, where every member leaves stronger, more connected, and driven towards excellence.
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