Team outing for football teams, education and government

Every team needs a different kind of outing

A football team that plays together every week usually does not need a lengthy introduction round. Within a school, teachers, support staff and school leadership often work in different roles or buildings. A government department may consist of colleagues who mainly meet through projects or online meetings. These differences determine which activity works.

Beforehand, we therefore discuss factors such as:

• why the team outing is being organised;
• how active or relaxed the programme should be;
• whether everyone already knows each other well;
• how large and diverse the group is;
• whether the outing takes place in Scheveningen, The Hague or at your own location;
• whether you want to finish with lunch, drinks, a BBQ or dinner.

Team outing for a football team

A football team outing can certainly be competitive, but it does not have to feel like another training session. Away from the pitch, you sometimes see a completely different side of your teammates. The regular striker suddenly turns out to be good at riddles, the goalkeeper takes charge of tactics and someone who never wants to lead the warm-up proves surprisingly handy with a catapult.

These activities are well suited to a squad, recreational team, coaching group or football club:

• Beach Games: short, varied beach games featuring competition, teamwork and skill.
• Expedition RobinZon: team challenges where memory, insight and communication matter alongside strength and speed.
• Highland Games: a demanding tournament for teams who enjoy physical competition.
• I Love Holland: a quiz that can also be played in the sports clubhouse and can include questions about the club or team if you wish.

For a complete outing, follow the activity with drinks, dinner or BBQ on the beach. Would you prefer to stay at the club? Various games can also be organised in or around your own sports clubhouse.

A team outing for education staff

By a school team, we mean the people who work there: teachers, teaching assistants, caretakers, administrative staff, management and other support staff. For outings with pupils, we have a separate range of school and class outings.

An outing for a school team often takes place around a training day, the end of the school year or the start of a new term. A programme that fits easily around the timetable and allows different colleagues to participate is helpful. Not everyone wants to play sports, but simply sitting at a table is often a little limited too.

Suitable choices for a school team include:

• De Alleskunner: short tasks that alternate between agility, concentration and a little luck.
• Robinson at the Table: working together at the table, indoors at a beach venue or on the school's own premises.
• Sand sculptures: a creative activity where teams design and build something together.
• Het Kwallenspel: tasks, insight into people and a saboteur who tries to influence the outcome unnoticed.

At a large school organisation, colleagues can be divided between several activities. This keeps the group active and allows everyone to choose an activity that suits them. Afterwards, everyone comes together again for drinks or a meal.

Government team outing in The Hague

The Hague is home to ministries, executive agencies, municipal departments and other public institutions. For these teams, Scheveningen is close enough for an afternoon away from the workplace, yet different enough to truly escape the office. Kijkduin, the city itself or your own workplace can also serve as a starting point.

A team outing for a public-sector organisation often needs a programme that works for a diverse group. Colleagues differ in role, age and physical abilities, and not everyone knows each other outside their own project or unit. Activities with different types of tasks work better in that case than a programme based only on speed or sporting ability.

Suitable options for government organisations in and around The Hague include:

• Expedition RobinZon: a mix of tactical, physical and mental team challenges on the beach.
• Jellyfish at the Table: suitable for large groups, an indoor venue or your own office.
• Beach Cleanup: get active outdoors together while helping make the beach cleaner.
• City game (GPS) in The Hague or Scheveningen: head out in smaller teams, with tasks and questions along the way.

Beleving aan Zee has worked for organisations including the Dutch central government, Rijkswaterstaat and the Municipality of The Hague. We are based in The Hague, know the venues around Scheveningen and offer e-invoicing at no extra charge. For a broader overview of the options in the city, you can also visit our page about a team outing in The Hague.

Three examples of a suitable programme

The programmes below give you an idea. Times, activities and dining are tailored to your schedule and group size.

Football team: competition and BBQ

• 15:30 – Welcome on the beach
  Brief explanation and allocation to new teams, rather than automatically using the usual playing positions.
• 16:00 – Beach Games
  A series of supervised sporting and tactical activities.
• 17:30 – Drinks
  Take a breather and discuss the result at the beach bar.
• 18:30 – BBQ
  A shared meal to round off the afternoon.

Education team: training day with a relaxed finish

• 14:30 – Coffee and welcome
  Following the substantive part of the training day.
• 15:00 – De Alleskunner
  Accessible tasks with plenty of variety and room for humour.
• 16:30 – Drinks
  The entire school team comes together again.
• 17:30 – Dinner
  A relaxed conclusion at a beach venue or another hospitality venue.

Government team: team afternoon in Scheveningen

• 13:00 – Seaside lunch
  A shared start at a beach club in Scheveningen.
• 14:00 – Expedition RobinZon
  Teams complete varied trials requiring different strengths.
• 16:00 – Wrap-up and prize-giving
  Announce the winner and allow time for a brief look back.
• 16:30 – Drinks
  An informal chat before everyone heads back to The Hague.

An active programme everyone can join in

In an established team, people are rarely equally sporty. That is no problem, as long as the activity is chosen accordingly. In Expedition RobinZon and Beach Games, the activities can be tailored to the group. In Robinson at the Table, Het Kwallenspel and De Alleskunner, clever thinking, concentration and teamwork are at least as important as fitness.

Let us know in advance if any participants have an injury, limited mobility or other needs. We can then take the group into account when choosing the location, assigning teams and planning the programme.

Practical information

• Group size: from an individual team to an organisation-wide day with 500 or more participants.
• Locations: Scheveningen, The Hague, Kijkduin and other places along the coast. Various activities are also possible at your own venue.
• Duration: a standalone activity usually lasts one and a half to two hours. Including the welcome and dining, the programme often takes half a day.
• Indoors or outdoors: there are beach activities, indoor games and programmes that can take place both indoors and outdoors.
• Dining: combine the outing with coffee, lunch, drinks, BBQ or dinner at one of our partner beach pavilions.
• Quote: the price depends on the number of participants, activity, venue, duration and any catering.

Frequently asked questions

Which outing is fun for a football team?

Beach Games, Expedition RobinZon and Highland Games suit teams that enjoy competition. If you would like something less sporty, I Love Holland, Het Kwallenspel or Robinson at the Table are good alternatives. Various games can also be organised in your own clubhouse.

Is the education programme intended for staff or pupils?

This page is about team outings for teachers, support staff and school management. Separate class outings, introduction days and sports programmes are available for pupils and students.

Can you arrange a team outing for a government organisation in The Hague?

Yes. The programme can take place in Scheveningen, Kijkduin, The Hague or at your own workplace. We have experience with municipal and national government organisations and can supervise both small departments and large staff groups.

Does everyone need to be sporty to take part?

No. We can choose activities that alternate physical, creative and mental tasks. Let us know about any limitations in advance so we can recommend a suitable activity and team allocation.

Can large school or public-sector organisations take part simultaneously?

Yes. Large groups can be divided into several teams, rounds or different activities. We prepare a clear schedule in advance to keep waiting times short and bring everyone together at shared moments.

What happens in bad weather?

A brief shower does not automatically cancel the programme. In unsuitable weather, we consider adjusted timings, an activity in a beach pavilion or a fully indoor team outing. The options depend on group size and the chosen venue.