Team building activities can and should be more than just events that your employees slog through. They should be enjoyable and provide unique experiences that foster teamwork and communication. However, there are so many around that it is hard to know where to start! Luckily for you, we have compiled a list of 7 outstanding and distinctive San Francisco team building activities that are perfect for refining team synergy.

Calling all sushi lovers! Breakthrough Sushi provides an engaging class for experienced cooks and beginners alike. The expert staff will walk your group through every step of the sushi making process, using only the highest quality, locally sourced ingredients. And, they are more than willing to accommodate any dietary restrictions, making this an event everyone on your team can enjoy.

Website: breakthroughsushi.com
Great for: Foodies, Aspiring Chefs

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In the mood for a charming adventure? Then Mastermind Treasure Hunts has you covered. With dynamic adventures that can take place all over the Bay Area, their hunts will help you to more intimately know the area. With the help of captivating group puzzles and a fascinating treasure hunt, this is one team building activity sure to please.

Website: mastermindhunts.com
Great for: Adventurers, Aspiring Area Aficionados

Cheese: it’s one of life’s great pleasures … and at Farmcurious, you have the opportunity to make your own! From delectable mozzarella to mouthwatering brie, your office group will love the chance to make their own delicious treats. Plus, cheese making isn’t the only thing they offer. Farmcurious also offers classes on how to create the perfect cheese platter, make a planter out of driftwood, and several other fantastic learning opportunities that everyone on your team will enjoy.

Website: farmcurious.com
Great for: Cheese Lovers, Sustainability Enthusiasts

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Eager to blow off some steam? Then Axeventures in Berkeley is the place for you. Even if you’ve never seen an axe in your life, their axe specialists will teach the group how to throw axes. And after a short learning session, the floor will be yours for some friendly competition with your coworkers. The rush after even one axe throw will have you begging for more!

Website: axeventures-axethrowing.com
Great for: Thrill-seekers, Daredevils

Looking for some unorthodox team building? Then you’ll love Coreworkz. Offering 4 classic events with a twist, Coreworks gives your team the opportunity to choose from their takes on bowling, the arcade, bocce ball, and the escape room. But don’t worry – grizzled veterans of these activities won’t have a competitive edge. Coreworkz has designed the activities to force teamwork and cooperation, as well as non-stop fun!

Website: coreworkz.co
Great for: Game Experts, Fun Lovers

Everyone loves to create, and Clay by the Bay is the perfect opportunity for a more creative Bay Area team building activity! At Clay by the Bay, you can do a fun pottery project that practically anyone can do.  Even if you think you have the artistic talent of a flower pot, Clay by the Bay will help you make one! You will need to pick up your projects at a later date though, as they must be fired in a kiln before they are done.

Website: claybythebaysf.com
Great for: Creative Spirits, Imagineers

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Giving back to the community is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. The Oakland Zoo offers a fantastic program for office groups looking to help a great cause. Plus, after you volunteer, you can explore one of the country’s best zoos for the day! It’s a win win! Projects change day to day, so you won’t know what you are doing until the day you arrive. But according to the zoo, groups have the option of doing tasks like animal enrichment, landscape management and “habitat restoration” (ok, a fun way of saying weeding). 

Website: oaklandzoo.org
Great for: Generous Souls, Community-Minded People

Of course we need to include ourselves in this list. With a wide variety of tours and food experiences to choose from, we can provide your team with a unique and fun experience that also includes lunch! Why not kill two birds with one stone? We can meet the needs of most groups based on budget, timing and size. Plus, we can also accommodate dietary restrictions so no one on your team feels left behind. Now that sounds like a great San Francisco team building experience!

Website: localfoodadventures.com/private-tours
Great for: Anyone who eats, History Buffs

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