With handy locations in Queensland and Victoria, Go Ride A Wave is Australia’s favourite Learn to Surf School, Surf Hire and Corporate Team Building Activities hub.
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Looking for unforgettable Geelong team building activities that inspire collaboration, boost team morale and bring your people together? Our professionally facilitated experiences are designed for businesses seeking engaging and memorable corporate events in Geelong. From action-packed adventures to hands-on creative challenges, our activities are tailored to encourage communication, problem-solving and teamwork in a fun, inclusive environment.
Whether you’re planning a conference, rewarding day out for your team , leadership retreat or end of year celebration, our Geelong corporate activities offer the perfect combination of excitement and meaningful team development.
Set against the backdrop of Geelong’s vibrant waterfront and city precinct, our programs create lasting connections while delivering an experience your team will be talking about long after the event ends. If you’re searching for the best team building activities in Geelong or unique corporate events Geelong has to offer, we’ve got an experience to suit every team, size and objective.
Turn the stunning Geelong Waterfront into your team’s ultimate playground as delegates race against the clock to complete a series of interactive challenges, solve clues, uncover local landmarks and outsmart their rivals. Armed with only a smartphone, teamwork and a healthy competitive spirit, teams navigate the course at their own pace, tackling creative photo and video challenges, location-based riddles and surprise team games that keep everyone engaged from start to finish.
Designed to build genuine connections while delivering plenty of laughs, the Amazing Race encourages communication, collaboration, leadership and problem-solving in a relaxed outdoor environment. With bonus points, strategic sabotage opportunities and a thrilling finale to crown the winning team, it’s the perfect conference breakout activity to energise delegates, create lasting memories and bring teams together long after the conference ends.
Put your team’s creativity, communication and strategy to the test in this fast-paced bridge building challenge. Before construction even begins, teams must compete in a series of fun games, quizzes and relay challenges to earn the materials they’ll need to build their bridge. Every decision matters as teams balance planning, resource management and a little friendly competition—with the chance to win sabotage cards to keep rival builders on their toes.
Once the building begins, it’s time to turn ideas into reality. Working together under pressure, teams design and construct a bridge capable of supporting weight while spanning the greatest distance possible. Combining problem-solving, leadership and collaboration with plenty of laughs along the way, the Big Build is an engaging conference activity that encourages innovation, teamwork and creative thinking before the ultimate bridge strength test crowns the winning team.
Should your group need assistance with transport, Go Ride A Wave now has two 11-seater mini buses available for hire. Each bus comes with a driver, so we can shuttle your group to and from your activity with ease.
While the buses are based in Anglesea, we’re not limited to this area and can arrange transport beyond if required.
If you’d like to add this service to your booking, simply let us know and we’ll get everything organised for you.
Our most popular offering is our surfing activity tailored for beginners, aiming to instil the exhilaration of wave riding from the very first lesson. We ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all ages and skill levels in shallow waters, providing all necessary gear including soft surfboards, wetsuits (all year in Victoria, winter in QLD), rash vests (in QLD during summer), and sunscreen.
The initial lesson encompasses ocean awareness, safety, board control, wave catching, and standing techniques. For those looking to further hone their skills, we offer ongoing, advanced lessons to deepen ocean knowledge and surfing proficiency.
Our bodyboarding lessons are perfect for young enthusiasts and first-timers to the ocean. They’re incredibly fun and simple, ensuring a pleasurable and straightforward experience. The lessons are designed specifically for beginners, with the goal of providing the thrill of catching waves in a secure and enjoyable setting.
Suitable for participants of all ages and abilities, these lessons take place in the safety of shallow waters. We supply all the necessary gear, which includes soft surfboards, wetsuits (available throughout the year in Victoria and during the winter in Queensland), rash vests for the Queensland summer, and sunscreen. Each session is dedicated to teaching ocean awareness, safety, how to control the board, and the basics of catching waves.
Our Surf Safety program offers an engaging and comprehensive introduction to ocean education, tailored to be inclusive and interactive. It’s a concise primer on surf lifesaving elements, designed to teach new skills in rescue operations and to enhance participants’ understanding of the marine environment.
The program covers surf awareness, swimming techniques, and various rescue methods using tubes and boards. It’s a dynamic learning experience suitable for all ages and skill levels, with adjustments available to accommodate both the young and the more mature. Sessions are held in the safety of shallow waters, and we provide all the necessary equipment, including wetsuits (all year in Victoria, and during winter in Queensland), rash vests for the summer in Queensland, and sunscreen.
Join our Surf Carnival for an invigorating team-building experience that mirrors a Surf Life Saving Club’s event, complete with a friendly competition of Surf Club challenges. It’s not about being the fittest or the fastest; we focus on fun and high spirits, making it ideal for groups that love a bit of competition.
Participants of all ages and abilities can enjoy learning to use Surf Rescue equipment, with all activities conducted in safe, shallow waters. We provide all the necessary equipment, including wetsuits and rash vests, ensuring that fun and safety go hand-in-hand.
Embark on a kayaking journey with us, whether you’re a first-timer or have some experience under your belt.
Our River Kayaking is the perfect, easygoing adventure for all ages, offering stunning scenery and an excellent introduction to the sport with lessons on basic paddling and river navigation.
For the more adventurous souls, Ocean Kayaking ups the ante, allowing those over 15 with basic skills to experience the thrill of wave riding. All essential equipment is provided for both river and ocean settings, including kayaks, paddles, wetsuits, and safety gear. And for those looking to progress, we offer sessions in Noosa that can take your paddling prowess from calm waters to surf ski mastery.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) is an enjoyable, serene activity that’s perfect for beginners and offers a splendid way to explore scenic river systems. Our lessons welcome participants of all ages and skill levels, ensuring a delightful experience for everyone.
We provide all the necessary equipment, including soft stand-up paddle boards, paddles, wetsuits, rash vests, booties, and sunscreen. Each lesson is designed to teach river safety, board control, proper stance, and paddle techniques, preparing clients to take their new skills from the river to the ocean. Not only is SUP a fantastic way to unwind, but it also serves as an excellent workout.
Giant Stand Up Paddle Boarding offers a unique, communal adventure on large inflatable rafts that accommodate 6-10 people, making it an excellent team-building exercise.
Set against the backdrop of picturesque river systems, it’s an activity that promises fun for participants of all ages and skill levels. We provide all the necessary equipment, including the giant paddle board, paddles, wetsuits, booties, and sunscreen. The activity is not just about paddling; it’s designed to enhance group cooperation and teamwork. For those adventurous adult groups with proficient river skills, there’s even the thrilling option to take the giant stand up paddle board into the ocean and ride the waves.
Go Ride a Wave’s Team Challenge is our signature team building activity that combines excitement with strategic thinking in the great outdoors. This land-based activity, set in picturesque parklands, is inclusive, ensuring everyone of any age or ability can participate. Teams will race through the local landscape, facing a series of creative and collaborative challenges designed to strengthen team bonds.
The challenge is not just a test of speed; it’s an adventure that values communication, teamwork, and ingenuity. The winning team will be the one that works together seamlessly, using collective problem-solving to navigate the course and triumph in the tasks presented.
Beach Olympics is a dynamic and competitive event that combines both beachside and select water activities, providing fun for participants of all ages and abilities.
Teams of ten engage in various challenges that are not only fun but also build camaraderie and teamwork. With a scoring system that allocates points for gold, silver, and bronze finishes, every activity becomes a spirited competition with the ultimate goal of accumulating the highest score. It’s an exciting way to encourage team bonding through laughter and friendly competition, and with wetsuits provided for water events, everyone can choose just how wet they want to get.
At the heart of Beach Olympics, the emphasis is always on fun, making it an accessible event for everyone, regardless of fitness level.