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CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING VENUE
IN JOHANNESBURG

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CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING VENUE

The Garden Venue in North Riding, is the perfect location for both team building, team training, conferences and a variety of corporate events. Our facilities include stunning indoor and outdoor spaces, superb function halls, lavishly landscaped gardens punctuated by multiple waterways and unique breakaway areas. Rolling lawns offer ample space for various types of collaborative activities used to enhance social relations and define roles within corporate teams. 

We are one of the leading team building and conferencing venues in Johannesburg. Hosting events from 10 – 450 delegates, we proudly offer 12 premium conference venues, functions halls and boardrooms available for hire for a variety of corporate events.

At The Garden Venue, our diverse corporate and team building packages may take care of all aspects of your event, ranging from catering to decor and may also include accommodation, bar services, a DJ and much more. Our flexible, purpose-designed event venues are supported by professional event coordinators, audio visual technology and numerous other amenities. As an award-winning location, our facilities can be tailored according to your needs. 

Our experienced coordinators can assist from the initial planning stages right through to the successful execution of your event. The variety of function rooms to choose from – coupled with our unique garden breakaway spaces enhanced by expansive koi ponds and decks – make The Garden Venue remarkably flexible for accommodating almost any team building, weddingconference, year-end function or corporate event.

Arrange a visit to experience our team building spaces.

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TYPES OF TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES

Team building events can boost employee motivation, nurture company culture, increase productivity and output, promote collaboration between employees, encourage creativity and improve communication.

The Garden Venue is the perfect Team Building Venue to hire.

While some companies simply require venues to host their team building activities, others would like to combine conference-style training sessions with activities and entertainment. The Garden Venue is ideal for both.

We offer over 40 innovative team-building activities which fall into 5 broad categories:

Physical Activities

  • Wacky Olympics (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Amazing Race (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Survivor (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Soapbox Challenge (1:30 – 2 Hrs)

Physical Activities

  • Wacky Olympics (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Amazing Race (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Survivor (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Soapbox Challenge (1:30 – 2 Hrs)

Culinary Experiences

  • Potjie Cookoff (3 Hrs)
  • Signature Cocktail Making (1 – 1:30 Hrs)
  • Sip & Paint (1 – 1:30 Hrs)
  • Cake Décor Challenge (1:30 – 2 Hrs)

Brain Games

  • Minute to Win It (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Newsroom Challenge (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Escape Room (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Csi Challenge (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Big Picture Art (2:30 – 3 Hrs)
  • Big Quiz Challenge (1 – 1:30 Hrs)

Lawn Games Indoor/Outdoor

  • Carnival Lawn Games (5 Games)
  • Inflatables (6 Hours)

Creative Encounters

  • Sip & Paint (2 Hrs)
  • Cake Décor Challenge (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Cocktail Making (1:30 – 2 Hrs)
  • Big Picture Art (2:30 – 3 Hrs)
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Our halls, rooms and indoor spaces are light and airy and enjoy exquisite garden views. They can be hired for full-day or half-day packages and are ideal for multi-day programmes as well. Events are designed with each client’s specific requirements in mind and our team will develop distinctive solutions to enhance relations in the workplace and improve overall efficiency.
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CORPORATE EVENT SERVICES

 

The Garden Venue has hosted many team-building, networking events and corporate events and has recently been the setting for several television productions.

For a professional, perfectly coordinated event, make an appointment with one of our corporate function coordinators.

Our corporate event & function packages may include:

  • Selection of the most appropriate venue at The Garden Venue
  • Consultation on the best team building activity for your company
  • Menu selection and refinement
  • Audio visual solutions
  • Beverage selection, including food and wine pairing
  • Accommodation and transfers for guests
  • Room and table décor and themes
  • Entertainment, DJ and music recommendations
  • Event programme
  • Photographer
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CORPORATE EVENTS PAYMENT PLAN

 A 50% deposit payment of the total event amount will secure your function date and your venue of choice.

Thereafter the outstanding balance will be required 20 days before your corporate event.

Whether you are planning an international conference or a year-end function, we have the capacity, flexibility and expertise to create a professional event set to meet all your requirements.

Please contact us to enquire about our special team-building and corporate events packages

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VIEW OUR OTHER VENUES

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The Bamboo Room

5 TO 10 DELEGATES

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The Palm Room

10 TO 14 DELEGATES

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The Makhulu Boardroom

10 TO 20 DELEGATES

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The Garden Courtyard

10 TO 30 DELEGATES

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The Peacock Room

30 TO 60 DELEGATES

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The Pepper Tree

40 TO 72 DELEGATES

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The Olive Tree Hide

50 TO 80 DELEGATES

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The Zanzibar

60 TO 96 DELEGATES

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The Elephant Hall

80 TO 140 DELEGATES

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The Fever Tree

100 TO 144 DELEGATES

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The Forest Banquet Hall

150 TO 350 DELEGATES

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The Garden Arena

150 TO 450 DELEGATES

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AN EVENTS VENUE TO SUIT ALL TASTES

 

From the Olive Tree Hide nestled under a cluster of ancient Olive trees to the Koi Pond Pavilion and Elephant Hall, we provide the perfect setting for conferences and other corporate events

The Garden Venue is one of Johannesburg’s best kept secrets, so come and experience our tranquil gardens and indoor venues for yourself.

Whether you’re planning an elegant gala, fun year end party or relaxed team celebration, The Garden Venue offers Johannesburg’s most flexible year-end function venues. Get in touch today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of team-building activities does The Garden Venue offer?

Enjoy an unforgettable team building adventure at The Garden Venue with over 40 exciting company activities available!

Whether you enjoy physical challenges, brain games, culinary experiences, indoor and outdoor lawn games, or creative encounters – we’ve got you covered! There’s no need to worry if you’re not sure which activities to choose. We recommend you chat with our experienced corporate event coordinators to assist in selecting the most suitable team building strategies for your staff.

All our team building exercises are structured in such a way that they fit your company’s corporate team goals perfectly. Allow your staff to bond famously over friendly competitions in our venue and we’ll make sure they walk away more connected and energised than ever.

With us, it’s all about boosting team morale and bringing everyone closer! Just take a look at some of the exciting opportunities we have available.

Brain Games: Strategically designed to improve problem-solving and critical thinking.

Creative Encounters: Out-of-the-box thinking and collaboration, for example, through art and music challenges.

Physical Activities: Adventure-based exercises like obstacle courses and relay races to ensure hearts are pumping, blood is flowing, and teams are bonding closer than ever.

Can The Garden Venue accommodate both small and large corporate events?

Yes! No matter the size of your team building group, we can easily fit you into our 3 hectares of lush, sprawling garden landscape. There’s plenty of space for your staff to enjoy their team building event to the absolute full. Our 12 stunning venue spaces can accommodate varied groups ranging from small clusters of 10 to larger groups of up to 450 delegates. We can even make arrangements for multi-day events.

Each venue comes with its own private garden area, creating the ideal environment for breakaway sessions and outdoor team-building fun. These venues are all of varying sizes, and the rolling lawns of the Garden Arena venue are sufficiently expansive to host a large team building contingent, while our medium-sized spaces like the Bamboo Boardroom can comfortably host smaller curated team building exercises.

Tailored, flexible event packages also provide catering, decor, audio-visual equipment, and more to suit both small and large events.

The overriding energy within your company and your team’s enthusiasm for certain activities provide direction for the most suitable types of exercises. For instance, your team might enjoy the intimacy of indoor activities or they could prefer the freedom of working in our open outdoor areas.

Our team building activities are also ideal for a variety of corporate events such as year-end functions and conferences.

What facilities does The Garden Venue provide for corporate team-building events?

Corporate team building events are a success at The Garden Venue because of our 12 top-notch venues, including executive function halls and styled boardrooms available for hire.

We have lavish indoor and outdoor spaces ideal for company team building and the privacy required to host a successful corporate event. Venues also come fully equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment to ensure your presentations and workshops run smoothly.

Each venue boasts its own private dedicated gardens where delegates can enjoy the fresh air and beauty of our landscaped garden spaces – all of which are perfect to get creative and collaborate on challenging team building exercises. Strategic breakaway spaces allow for quiet reflection or group discussions.

Corporate organisations planning a multi-day event can also enjoy the comfort of our 46 onsite boutique hotel rooms at the Garden Venue Hotel for some well-deserved downtime between prolonged team activity days.

Our catering team will keep you fuelled with delicious meals while our wet or dry bar stations will guarantee hydration. We provide a shuttle service for guests and there are many Uber drivers in the area, so there’s no need to worry about driving home after a long day of fun. However, we also provide secure on-site parking with 24/7 security guards for those who prefer to use their own transport.

How does The Garden Venue customise team-building events to suit specific needs?

Team building events hosted at The Garden Venue are a blast because we tailor every event according to the specific company’s requirements and style. We offer high-energy challenges, mind-bending brain games, and delightful culinary adventures to suit your expectations.

There are over 40 team building options that a corporate team can participate in. Your decision obviously depends on your company’s goals and needs. Some companies use team building to overcome conflict issues, others wish to inspire and motivate their staff, and sometimes the objective is joyful bonding, plain and simple.

That’s why our experienced event planners work closely with each team leader to select and customise team-building packages that are both relevant and unique, complete with delicious catering, themed décor, and top-notch entertainment to add fun and relaxation to the end of a productive day.

But it’s not just about fun – we also provide the flexibility to mix in conference-style sessions with your team-building experience. This means we’re ahead of the crowd because current corporate trends aim to combine each end-of-year function with a healthy dose of team building. So, you are guaranteed to get the best of both when you book your event at The Garden Venue.

What makes The Garden Venue a top choice for team-building venues in Johannesburg?

The Garden Venue is the ultimate playground for corporate fun in Johannesburg. We offer everything from dazzling décor and mouthwatering catering to pumping music and exhilarating games and challenges. We are the one-stop corporate event solution, blending team building enjoyment with other epic events like conferences, product launches, and year-end parties.

We boast award-winning indoor and outdoor venues that provide the perfect backdrop for corporate fun and games. With 12 versatile spaces fully-equipped to host anything from 10 to 450 delegates, and a passionate team of experts, including specialist team building instructors and facilitators – your event is guaranteed to run like a dream.

Our lush, expansive garden setting immerses guests in pure tranquillity, with gorgeous plant life and greenery, floating decks, koi ponds, and a peaceful atmosphere that fosters creativity and team cohesion.

Getting to our venue is also a breeze, there are plenty of Ubers nearby or you can arrange to use our hotel shuttle at your convenience. We also have secure on-site parking with manned security guards 24/7.

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Booking a corporate team-building event at The Garden Venue in Johannesburg is a fantastic way to energize your team in a fun, relaxing and inspiring environment. Known for its lush gardens, beautiful event spaces and world-class service, The Garden Venue offers a unique atmosphere that goes beyond the ordinary office setting, providing the perfect backdrop for a memorable and productive day. Whether you’re planning outdoor challenges, creative problem-solving activities or simply a day of bonding, The Garden Venue has the facilities to make it all happen smoothly.

The venue is specifically designed to cater to corporate events, with flexible spaces that accommodate both small groups and larger teams. With over 3 acres of meticulously maintained gardens, team members can enjoy a breath of fresh air, surrounded by natural beauty that’s ideal for sparking creativity and building connections. The Garden Venue’s dedicated staff works closely with you to customise the day’s activities, ensuring everything aligns with your team’s goals, from communication-building exercises to light-hearted games that bring out the best in everyone.

What sets The Garden Venue apart is its ability to seamlessly blend fun and function. Teams can let loose and enjoy team-building activities designed to inspire teamwork and cooperation, while also having access to top-notch amenities, including audiovisual equipment, gourmet catering options and comfortable breakout areas. Plus, the beautiful landscape and outdoor areas offer unique opportunities for exciting team challenges, like scavenger hunts and trust exercises, in a way that’s refreshingly different from traditional venues.

If you’re looking to give your team a fun day out of the office, filled with laughter, teamwork, and beautiful surroundings, The Garden Venue in Johannesburg is the ideal choice. It’s more than just a venue… it’s a place to create lasting memories and stronger team connections.