Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, Miramar Beach
This sprawling Northwest Florida property has acres of teambuilding space for relay races, stand-up paddle contests, 5K races and interactive games galore. “We use our environment and resort to the fullest,” says Adam Alfonso, activities manager.
And when it comes to teambuilding on the greens? “There are probably 40 different types of golf tournaments,” says Tournament Director Joe Newell. “Four-man scramble is a popular one, but everything we do is based off what the conference wants.”
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Destin
Recreation staff can help plan customized golf, tennis and fishing tournaments, while the list of group events goes on and on—glow-in-the-dark volleyball; castaway beach bowling; Amazing Race-style competitions; beach Olympics; three-legged races; and the tasty though messy whipped cream toss.
Mission Inn Resort & Club, Howey-in-the-Hills
Challenges with a purpose are stressed at this Central Florida retreat, where teambuilding programs are designed to identify opportunities for growth as well as foster trust and connection among attendees.
Examples include the high and low challenge courses, which are designed to take people out of their comfort zones, and the “airlift,” in which someone is lifted via helium balloons and moved across a cityscape in an experience planned and engineered by the team.
Hammock Beach Resort, Palm Coast
Offering seclusion on the ocean in Northeast Florida, Hammock Beach’s recreation department can put together all kinds of tournaments, including volleyball and golf, as well as culinary competitions, sand castle building and CSR programs.