G R O UP E X P E R I E N CES
C O R P ORATE T E AM B U I L DI NG
I CE BR E A K E R S
Celtic Manor’s range of team building activities can help to develop confidence and leadership skills, break down barriers to communication, improve planning and problem solving, and foster the trust and cooperation that underlies effective team working.
Short, quick and fun activities to help the whole group relax and get into the right frame of mind for the team building activity ahead. All ice breakers will run in small groups of 6 – 12 people.
Designed to fit in with your timescales, budget and varying levels of physical abilities, our challenges include tests of communication, team work, leadership and planning, providing your team with valuable new skills, a fantastic sense of achievement and above all, a lot of fun.
The Human Knot A perfect task to help everyone relax and communicate on a fun and dynamic level. Line Up Teams must line up in a number of ways, but it won’t be as easy as it sounds! The Paper Loop Come up with a way to use the equipment provided to turn the paper into a loop that one team member can get over their whole body.
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Fireworks Design an exciting display where each team member plays the role of a specific firework.
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Choose one ice breaker and one team building activity for the whole group
Choose one ice breaker and two team building activities for the whole group
Choose one ice breaker and three team building activities for the whole group
Minimum: 12 people Maximum: 120 people Duration: Up to 1 hour
Minimum: 12 people Maximum: 120 people Duration: Up to 2 hours
Minimum: 12 people Maximum: 120 people Duration: Up to 3 hours
This Is A Pound Team members must be aware of what’s going on around them at all times or they will be out of the game. Ring With A Hoop Hold hands in a circle and work together to get a Hula Hoop around the entire group without breaking the circle. Eye Contact Nice and simple – the group stands in a circle looking at the floor, one person shouts ‘eyes up’, if there is any eye contact you are out.
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The Web A challenge that will help your team improve their trust, time management, delegation and logical thinking skills in a fun environment.
All Aboard A classic team building activity challenging groups to physically support one another in an endeavour to occupy an ever-diminishing space.
The Picasso Picture Show Individuals must work together as a team and communicate effectively to paint a picture that only one of them has seen.
The Great Egg Drop Groups design packaging to save an egg from breaking when dropped, plus a 30 second jingle to sell their package. This is followed by the ‘great egg drop’.
The Land Raft Teams must construct a land raft to transport them from Point A to Point B using only Egyptian technology.
Create Your Own Activity Groups will design and present a new group activity. This is a challenging exercise which requires all the elements of teamwork – communication, goal setting, planning, cooperation, creativity, task orientation and more.
Mission Minefield Teams must cross a simulated minefield using the equipment provided, whilst also transferring a container of hazardous material before its contents cause an environmental disaster. Human Sheep Herding The team will elect a shepherd who must guide the blindfolded team members dressed as sheep, safely into a pen. A truly hilarious challenge where the team’s communication skills are put to the test. Toxic Waste Equipped with a bungee cord and rope, the group must work out how to transport a bucket of ‘toxic waste’ and tip it into the ‘neutralisation bucket’. Toxic waste can be used to highlight almost any aspect of teamwork or leadership. Pipeline / Gutter Ball A fast paced activity that can be customised to suit age and setting. Each team member gets one gutter or half pipe tubing and the object is to move a marble or assorted size balls from Point A to Point B without dropping them.
Building Bridges Groups must work together to build a bridge that can hold a weight and span a short distance. Ring of Trust The whole group makes a ring using climbing rope, then a member of the group must walk the ring of trust. Robot and Controller The controller must navigate the robot to the ammunition then defeat the opposition’s robots. Blind Man’s Buff One group member is blindfolded and has to tag other members of the group – simple but classic.
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
R E S ORT ADV E NTU R E ACTI VI TI ES
Nestled in 2,000 acres of rolling Welsh countryside, Celtic Manor’s stunning setting lends itself perfectly to a range of exciting indoor and outdoor adventure activities.
F ORE ST JUM P Located in woodland on the resort grounds, our exhilarating Forest Jump treetop adventure features both high and low ropes courses with bridges, walkways and challenging obstacles made from wood, rope and wire in the treetops, along with a 13 metre Forest Fall jump – not for the faint-hearted!
Ultimate Corporate Challenge This specially designed package allows teams to compete in a number of challenges testing their speed, accuracy and teamwork. Can you win enough points to take your place on our ultimate challenge leaderboard?
Group High Ropes Adventure Includes one session on our high ropes course, plus one Forest Fall jump per person.
Package includes: • Tea, coffee and pastries on arrival • High Ropes Target Challenge - high up on the course each participant must earn points for their team by hitting targets on the ground • The Water Carry Challenge – your team must traverse our low ropes course, each carrying a bucket of water and trying not to spill any • Low Ropes Speed Challenge – who will be fastest? Race around our course to win more points • The Forest Fall Ball Drop – the challenge is to get the ball into the target – sounds easy? Try it whilst freefalling from 13 metres! • Ultimate Corporate Challenge Leaderboard – once the fun is over, take your place on our online leaderboard to see just how good you were!
Duration: Up to 2 hours Exclusive use also available on request.
Minimum: 12 people Maximum: 80 people Duration: Up to 3 hours
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Adventure is the name of the game with this fun putting challenge, designed for players of all abilities. This unique group activity, comprising of two 9 hole courses featuring water hazards, bridges and rafts, is perfect for adding some friendly competition to your corporate event.
Take on the challenge of this exhilarating, pain-free combat game using high-tech guns which fire infrared beams – what could be more exciting? Our Laser Combat arena is a large indoor themed battlefield filled with hiding places, barricades, camouflage nets, laser lights and realistic sound effects that make you feel like you’ve entered a real life battle zone.
Catering for all levels of expertise from beginners to professionals, Treetops Shooting School has delivered countless quality shooting experiences for guests at Celtic Manor.
Exclusive use also available on request. Please be aware that there will be flashing lights during this activity. Minimum: 12 people (per session) Maximum: 24 people (per session) Duration: Up to 1 hour (per session)
Clays, cartridges, shotguns and qualified expert advice are all part of a great taster session which includes full safety briefing, professional coaching, hire of equipment, ear and eye protection, tea and coffee onsite at Treetops and transfers from the resort (approx 15 minutes each way). Minimum: 6 people Maximum: 100 people Duration: Up to 2 hours
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TENNIS
A fun activity where participants attempt to navigate their way around the resort, or find hidden items, by means of a series of clues.
Calling all sharp shooters and hotshots! Put your skills of accuracy to the test as you try your hand at the ancient art of archery or crossbow with this exhilarating outdoor experience.
The resort has two professional standard floodlit tennis courts, both with all-season surfaces, which can be hired for private use.
Minimum: 12 people Maximum: 120 people Duration: Up to 1 hour
Minimum: 6 people (per session) Maximum: 12 people (per session) Duration: 45 minutes (per session)
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
G O L F E XP E RIE N CES
As host venue of The 2010 Ryder Cup and home of the ISPS Handa Wales Open, the golfing facilities at Celtic Manor are exceptional. Whether you are an experienced golfer or complete beginner, there is no better place to experience this great game.
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A perfect team building activity designed to cater for all abilities and add some exciting competition to your corporate event. This is a great way to learn a little about golf in a fun and relaxed environment.
Our indoor simulator situated at the Golf Academy is a great way to test your ability on over 100 different world-class golf courses. Pick a course and challenge each other on a famous track of your choice, including Celtic Manor’s renowned Twenty Ten course where you can try to replicate some of the famous Ryder Cup shots!
Get ready for fun, thrills and audience participation as World Golf Trick Shot Champion, Geoff Swain, amazes you with his mind-blowing trick shots and unbelievable hand-eye coordination, accompanied by entertaining top tips and humorous anecdotes. Show includes audience participation giving some of your guests the chance to perform these amazing tricks!
Minimum: 2 people Maximum: 4 people Duration: Up to 1 hour
Minimum: 12 people Maximum: 100 people Duration: 1 hour
Head to your bespoke ‘fun zone’ at the Golf Academy, consisting of 3 to 5 golfing activities (depending on time) which will test all aspects of your group’s golfing skills. Driving, irons, pitching, chipping and putting will all be demonstrated by our golf professionals, then taught to your group with time to practice. Finally a competition for each activity will take place, but who will hold their nerve the best?
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
W E L LNE S S E XP E R I ENCES
The award-winning Forum Spa offers a wide range of treatment options that can be tailored to suit the needs of corporate groups of all sizes. We will be pleased to discuss your particular requirements and to offer advice on tailoring treatment packages to suit both your timescale and your budget.
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Individual treatments for corporate groups are available within the spa and include a choice of:
If time is at a premium then a selection of treatments can be offered in the Convention Centre during lunch or coffee breaks. Individual spa therapists can be hired to support your event or exhibition at The Celtic Manor Resort, offering mini taster treatments such as neck and shoulder or hand and arm massage – perfect for your delegates to enjoy during a break, or to attract visitors to your stand.
For a pampering experience that will leave your team feeling re-energised, looking and feeling great, why not treat them to our Revitalising Escape spa day experience?
Why not give your team the chance to embrace their wellbeing with one of our group wellness classes?
This exciting outdoor group exercise class is great for motivation and caters for all levels of fitness. Mixing cardio, body weight exercises, interval and strength training, this boot camp style course will help you to reach your goals in a fun, team-oriented environment.
• Elemis Refresher Facial (25mins) • Forum Neck, Back & Shoulder Massage (25mins) • Fluff & Buff To Go Nails (25mins) • Fluff & Buff To Go Toes (25mins) What better way to motivate your team? These treatments are designed to help them unwind and re-energise, leaving them better prepared both in mind and body to face the challenges ahead.
Package includes: • Forum Revitaliser (50mins) – a relaxing combination of Elemis Refresher Facial and Forum Neck, Back and Shoulder Massage Plus • Light lunch and full use of the facilities Other Spa Day Experience Packages are also available, please ask for details.
Choose from: • Zumba • Pilates • Boxercise • Yoga • Tai Chi • Total Body Workout
Minimum: 10 people Maximum: 30 people Duration: 1 hour
Classes will be held in our Dance Studio, or on the Rooftop Garden (weather permitting). Minimum: 6 people Maximum: 20 people Duration: 1 hour
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
F O OD E XP E RIE NCES
GOU RMET CO O K ERY DEMON S TR ATION S Enjoy a fabulous live demonstration from our award-winning culinary team. Choose your chef according to your preferred style of cuisine, or combine two or more demonstrations to give a more rounded flavour and range of skills. At The Chef’s Table Award-winning chef Tim McDougall showcases signature dishes from the menu at our 3 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant, Terry M. A Taste of Wales Lodge Head Chef Stuart Spicer cooks up a taste sensation using the finest locally sourced Welsh produce. Newbridge Riverside Kitchen Chef Gavin McDonagh shares delicious seasonal dishes from our 2 AA Rosette award-winning Newbridge on Usk country inn.
Sweet Treats Two-Ways Executive Pastry Chef Karl Jones-Hughes demonstrates how to create a delicious dessert two ways, one for an informal barbecue or family lunch and the other a more formal dinner party. Minimum: 30 people Maximum: 100 people Duration: 45 minutes (per session) Please note there will be a 20 minute break between sessions when combining two or more cookery demonstrations. Demonstrations may be subject to change and depend on availability of individual chefs.
C HE F ’ S K ITCHEN Join one of our talented chefs in the Celtic Manor kitchen to roll up your sleeves and get hands-on at one of our cookery masterclasses. From bread making to cake baking, choose a class and find out if your team can rise to the challenge!
C H O C O LAT E M A K I N G M A STER C LAS S Minimum: 14 people Maximum: 24 people Duration: Up to 1 hour 30 minutes (per class) Please note there will be a 20 minute break between sessions when combining two or more classes. Classes may be subject
Choose from: • Fresh Pasta Making • West Coast Catch - What To Do With Lobster and Crab • Make Your Own Sausages • Preparing Party Canapés • Cupcake Decoration • Classic Gateau Decoration and Assembly • Simple But Effective Celebration Cake • Icing and Marzipan Modelling • Bread Making
Learn how to make flavoured ganaches and chocolate shells, plus put the finishing touches to hand-rolled truffles, liquid centre chocolates, dipped chocolates and chocolate marzipan.
to change and depend on availability of individual chefs.
Minimum: 14 people Maximum: 24 people Duration: Up to 2 hours
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WINE TAS TING
M I XO LO GY M A ST E R C LA SS
Think you know your Bordeaux from your Burgundy, or your Riesling from your Rioja? Whether you are an experienced wine buff, have a keen appreciation, or have absolutely no idea where to begin, our knowledgeable sommelier will entertain and inform you with these hugely enjoyable interactive tasting sessions.
Why are some cocktails shaken and others stirred? Who put the mint in mojito? Satisfy your thirst for cocktail knowledge with this fun and interactive hands-on masterclass.
Essential Wine Tasting Includes: • 2 white wines • 1 rosé wine • 2 red wines • 1 sparkling wine Classic Wine Tasting Includes: • 2 white wines • 1 rosé wine • 2 red wines • 1 champagne
Champagne Tasting Includes: • Classic Champagne • Rosé Champagne • Blanc de Blanc or Blanc de Noir Champagne • Vintage Champagne • Grand Cuvée Champagne All wines and champagnes are served in 75ml measures.
Each guest will enjoy a glass of Prosecco or bottle of beer on arrival, followed by the chance to make (and taste!) two delicious cocktails under the expert tuition of our professional mixologist. Minimum: 4 people Maximum: 12 people Duration: Up to 2 hours
Maximum: 10 participants. Please allow up to 2 hours for each class.
Connoisseur Wine Tasting Includes: • 2 premium white wines • 1 premium rosé wine • 2 premium red wines • 1 premium champagne • 1 premium dessert wine
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
ME MORABLE MOM ENTS
Take away great memories of your day and capture all of those fun and exciting moments with our corporate event photography packages.
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Our resident photographer will follow your group for as long as you wish throughout the day to ensure that you won’t forget a thing!
Our photographer will set up iPads on display stands around the venue and can instantly transfer selected images to the iPads within moments of being taken.
Includes: • Digital copy of all images taken (DVD/CD format)
Includes: • iPad home screen can be branded with your company logo • All photographs can be branded with an overlay (logo or themed border) • Individuals can Tweet and email their branded photographs direct from the iPads
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
E XT R EME ADV E NTU R ES
Celtic Manor is pleased to offer the following adventure activities in conjunction with ACF Hospitality, one of the UK’s leading event companies with over 20 years’ experience of running thousands of fantastic corporate events.
D RIVIN G EXPERIENCES Quad Course Manoeuvre these unconventional bikes around a course with obstacles, such as slalom and seesaw. It is a real test of speed and skill to see who can gain the fastest time without penalties. 4x4 Offroad Here is a great chance to test your skill on a demanding course over a variety of off road terrain. This isn’t a drive through the park but a real opportunity for individuals to experience the might of a 4x4 during your corporate event. Blind 4x4 It is all down to trust on this one! Take the driver’s seat, position your blindfold and you’re off! Your instructor will guide you around a twisty course whilst two or three of your colleagues hang on in the back and use various forms of communication to direct you! Honda Pilots This is one of our most popular away day activities. Speed around the dirt track in these American style dune buggies to see who can gain the fastest lap of the day. Our challenging courses have a variety of testing corners and are excellent fun whether it is wet or dry.
Quad Safari Are you ready to take on the challenge of the quad safari? This takes you on a thrilling ride on an exciting course, the emphasis here being on skill and handling. The wetter the conditions, the tougher it gets but our experienced instructors will guide you through. A true winner on team away days! Segways These two wheeled machines will prove a hit wherever they are taken or used. They are highly versatile and mobile, a fantastic piece of modern technology and will balance themselves as you turn on the spot and make your way over the 4x4 path. They are totally unique and your guests will be stunned by the versatility of these machines and the fact that anyone can get to grips with them in minutes. Hovercraft If you want a unique ride you can’t go far wrong with the experience of “flying” a hovercraft. You’ll receive expert one-to-one tuition from an experienced instructor sat beside you as you learn how to control this powerful and unique speed machine around our course.
Stunt Driving Live out your childhood dream and learn the professional movie stunt skills required for fantastic feats of amazing car control. Our instructors will teach you precision stunts such as handbrake turns, reverse 180 degree flicks (J turns) and the art of power sliding. Then it’s onto the rally stage for an amazing cops ‘n’ robbers finale with the opportunity to drive both the get-away car and the cop car doing the chasing. Lorry Cab Driving The ultimate big boy’s (and girl’s) toy! Experience the size and power of this mighty beast as you manoeuvre around the course. Fear not, you will have a fully licensed HGV driver by your side. With no rear view mirror and several tons of rolling metal, you must have your wits about you in order to avoid the obstacles.
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Laser Shooting A popular away day alternative to clay pigeon shooting. An all-weather, high-tech system which closely simulates the real thing. The laser guns have been modified to fire infra-red beams at the clays.
This is where the teams go head to head in a fantastic range of vibrant games. The format and structure of the event may vary depending upon the amount of attendees. It may be run as one large ‘It’s a Knockout’ or two smaller Knockouts depending upon the format we decide would fit best.
Air Rifles With four people shooting at once, this is the perfect opportunity to practice on a range of different targets. Knock down ducks or boars, a selection of spinners or for the real sharp shooters - try to hit the exploding chalk disc targets.
Prices are available on request and will depend on the size and scope of activities selected for your team building event.
Clay Shooting ACF caters for complete beginners to the more experienced shot and uses lighter-weight equipment for ladies. Each shooting stand will be manned by a qualified instructor who will show guests various techniques of shooting simulated game e.g. crossing pigeon, high pheasant. Shooting approximately 25 clays during a one hour session, guests will have the opportunity to practice before their scores count towards the winning trophy.
For more information please speak to your Event Manager, visit celtic-manor.com or contact our Events Team on 01633 410252 Full terms and conditions will be provided upon request.
Celtic Manor Resort, Coldra Woods, The Usk Valley Newport, South Wales, United Kingdom, NP18 1HQ T: +44 (0) 1633 413000 E: bookings@celtic-manor.com
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