5 Mindful Classes That Double as Virtual Team Activities

If you're experiencing some Zoom fatigue, revive everyone’s spirits with fun and creative virtual team activities! Remote team-building is easy with this wide variety of online workshops to choose from. Explore our range of online art classes, virtual cocktail making classes, and other unique Zoom activities that will get everyone chatting, bonding, and beating the United States lockdown blues.

If you’re looking for ways to boost workplace wellbeing, then these virtual team events definitely fit the bill. Feeling overwhelmed by deadlines? Set them aside as you paint panoramas or sink your hands into some fresh clay.

Instead of ordering from your same handful of takeout menus, join virtual cooking classes and learn delicious and healthy recipes together! 

These online team building activities make it convenient for getting your group together even if some of your team live across the country. Most of the classes come with DIY craft kits, which are thoughtfully curated boxes filled with supplies and ingredients needed for the class. And you can arrange to have them sent directly to everyone's homes. Now, all they need to do is show up at the Zoom room on the given date and time.

Better yet, expert local artists lead these activities. They're not only fantastic at what they do, but they also know how to get the conversation flowing. No more cringy and awkward virtual team games!

All of these online classes are also beginner-friendly. Got a kitchen newbie on your team? Love office happy hour, but have no idea how to whip up your favorite cocktails? No problem—everyone will come out of these classes with newfound skills and confidence that will spice up their days.

Self-care is important, whether in the workplace or at home. These activities will open the doors to new hobbies you might want to practice even on your own time. These online classes allow you to take an intentional break away from obligations and day-to-day chores. Learn how to practice mindfulness and take care of your mental wellbeing with one of these unique classes you can enjoy with your team!

And with so many classes to choose from, you’ll quickly find one that fits your team and office culture. Here are five virtual activities you should shortlist!

Cook up a storm with virtual team activities

Missing lunchtime at the break room? Maybe you can’t go on that big company retreat this year? Online cooking classes provide a tasty and fun alternative!

Under the guidance of an expert chef, you and your co-workers will chop, sauté, and explore your way through some of the world’s finest dishes.

For example, get mixing and wrapping as you learn how to make authentic Chinese dumplings. Bring Japan home while making ramen and beautiful sushi rolls, or share your favorite travel stories while making homemade pasta in your kitchens.

At the end of each class, everyone gets to sit down and eat together, just like the old times!

Discover your team’s artistic side with online craft classes

If new team members are coming in, welcome them with a craft course online, such as calligraphy, pottery, or candle making. These virtual team-building activities can also make for laid-back Zoom icebreakers.

The good thing about an online crafts activity is that it keeps everyone busy on their own while at the same time allowing for plenty of interaction. It’s a great way to make everyone feel included, especially if team members are on the quiet side.

As for the classes themselves, there’s something for every occasion! For example, complete your lockdown Christmas celebration with an online wreath-making class. Paint and sip online activities and virtual pottery classes are also great for coaxing out everyone's artsy side.

Shake things up with virtual cocktail making classes

Many people enjoy getting drinks with their co-workers. A pint or two is a great way to welcome the weekend, celebrate a successful pitch, or just unwind after a stressful day. If your team's favorite bar is closed due to the lockdown, try online cocktail making classes instead.

Instead of just sitting down and ordering a drink, everyone gets to work behind the bar for a change! Learn how to make margaritas, martinis, cosmopolitans, and other popular cocktails under some of the best bartenders in America. If you have team members who don’t drink, just mention it when you book, so that they can make mocktail versions of the drink instead.

Create a masterpiece in online pottery classes

One of the most effective ways of dealing with stress is by expelling it through action, such as taking a walk or going to the gym. Because of quarantine restrictions, chances are, you have team members who are feeling down and anxious because they’re stuck at home.

Fortunately, arts and crafts don’t just keep you busy, but can also clear your mind. For a collective destressing session, add online pottery classes to your upcoming virtual team building.

The repetitive motions of shaping clay are incredibly soothing. Forget about your troubles while creating a cup or decorating your handmade mug. Not only is it relaxing, but it also gives your team a sense of accomplishment having made something beautiful on their own.

Drum up some friendly competition

For some people, getting into the competitive spirit is another way of shaking off stress. Why not make your online craft courses a way for them to get some cool rewards in the form of virtual team events?

After all, your team deserves a morale boost. And with all the curveballs thrown their way in the last couple of years, it'll feel good to participate in some friendly competition and then get rewarded for it.

And even if they don't win, who really loses when they learn a new skill or two? Whether it’s flower arranging, baking, painting, or bartending, these activities will certainly have them enjoying themselves.

You can make sure that the rewards are virtual, too, like an online gift card! That way, they have something to actually win apart from the team bragging rights. At the end of the day, you want your team to have a good time even when they’re physically apart. 

Ready to switch things up for your remote team? Whether you’re looking for a way to break the WFH monotony or you’re celebrating a company milestone, creative virtual team builders are a terrific option. Explore ClassBento classes today, all of which are great for big and small groups!