Team Bonding Workshop Proposal
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Team Bonding Workshop Proposal

A learning-led team bonding workshop designed to strengthen collaboration, communication, and alignment.

Programme Synopsis
This learning-led team bonding workshop strengthens collaboration through facilitated challenges and structured debriefs. Participants practise clear communication, ownership, decision-making, and escalation, then translate insights into agreed team norms and follow-up actions.
  • Shared language for communication and teamwork
  • Clarity on handovers, decision points, and escalation
  • Practical commitments and actions for the next 2 to 4 weeks
Minimum group size: 17 pax
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Ryan Tan | Exena Learning Hub
Contact: ryan@exenalearninghub.org
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Customisable Outcomes

What participants learn, and what the team can take forward after the session

Learning outcomes

  • Communicate clearly under time pressure and uncertainty
  • Strengthen coordination, handovers, and shared accountability
  • Practise feedback and conflict handling with practical tools

What changes after

  • A shared set of team norms and communication agreements
  • Clearer escalation and decision points
  • Practical actions owned for the next 2 to 4 weeks

What you decide today

  • Format: Option A (1 day) or Option B (2 day)
  • Headcount split: SC/SPR and non-locals
  • SFEC balance (for indicative reimbursement illustration)

Workshop formats

Choose what fits your time and intensity

Option A

1 day team bonding workshop

$60 per pax
Pricing note: SC/SPR participants are charged at $60 per pax. Non-local participants are charged at $200 per pax.
Format focus: A focused, lighter-touch workshop designed to build shared norms and collaboration quickly.
Indicative Costing
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Training fee per SC/SPR participant: $60
Training fee per non-local participant: $200
SFEC reimbursement is estimated at 90% of total training fee, capped by the available SFEC balance.
SFEC reimbursement is estimated at 90% of total training fee and capped by available SFEC balance. Absentee Payroll applies to SC/SPR participants only.
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Total training fee
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SC/SPR (0 × $60)
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Non-locals (0 × $200)
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Funding offsets and reimbursements
Absentee Payroll (locals only)
-$0
SFEC (estimated at 90%, capped by balance)
-$0
Total offsets
-$0
Net cash position after claims
Out-of-pocket $0
Tax illustration (EIS)
Tax deduction potential (400% of training fee)
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Illustrative tax saving (17% corporate tax rate)
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Illustrative overall effective position
Out-of-pocket $0
Figures are indicative. Eligibility and claim approval depend on prevailing requirements and your organisation's profile.
  • Focused, lighter-touch format with minimal time away from operations
  • Learning-led challenges with structured debriefs
  • Ends with clear actions and agreed team norms
Option B

2 day team bonding workshop

$180 per pax
Pricing note: SC/SPR participants are charged at $180 per pax. Non-local participants are charged at $600 per pax.
Inclusive of venue, tea breaks and lunch for groups of 28 pax and above.
Format focus: A more in-depth programme with time for skills practice, structured reflection, and action planning to embed learning.
Indicative Costing
Enter inputs
Training fee per SC/SPR participant: $180
Training fee per non-local participant: $600
SFEC reimbursement is estimated at 90% of total training fee, capped by the available SFEC balance.
SFEC reimbursement is estimated at 90% of total training fee and capped by available SFEC balance. Absentee Payroll applies to SC/SPR participants only.
Illustration
Total training fee
$0
SC/SPR (0 × $180)
$0
Non-locals (0 × $600)
$0
Funding offsets and reimbursements
Absentee Payroll (locals only)
-$0
SFEC (estimated at 90%, capped by balance)
-$0
Total offsets
-$0
Net cash position after claims
Out-of-pocket $0
Tax illustration (EIS)
Tax deduction potential (400% of training fee)
$0
Illustrative tax saving (17% corporate tax rate)
$0
Illustrative overall effective position
Out-of-pocket $0
Figures are indicative. Eligibility and claim approval depend on prevailing requirements and your organisation's profile.
  • More in-depth format with additional time for practice and reinforcement
  • Facilitated reflection and feedback loops to strengthen transfer of learning
  • Ends with practical actions, agreed team norms, and post programme review
Group size note: Minimum group size is 17 pax. Activity selection is customised to headcount, venue, and objectives.

Relevant government schemes supporting this initiative

Subject to eligibility, prevailing requirements, and approval by the relevant agencies

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Scheme Primary benefit What it can offset
WSQ course fee subsidy Subsidised training for eligible participants. Course fee component (training fee), subject to programme and eligibility.
Absentee payroll claim Reimbursement to offset wage cost for time spent in training. Eligible wage cost for eligible employees attending training during working hours.
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) Credit that may offset eligible out-of-pocket costs for approved training and qualifying activities. Eligible training related out-of-pocket costs (subject to SFEC scope and balance).
Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS) Tax support for qualifying innovation activities, subject to IRAS rules. May provide enhanced tax deduction and, where applicable, cash payout options for qualifying expenditure.
Important note: Scheme eligibility and quantum depend on company profile, participant profile, programme selection, and prevailing requirements. This is a high level guide for planning.

Generic one-day programme flow

A sample structure for a one-day workshop, customised to your objectives

  1. 8:45 to 9:15
    Arrival and attendance
    Registration, settling in, and briefing on the day’s flow.
  2. 9:15 to 10:00
    Opening and contextualisation
    Workshop objectives, roles, and rules of engagement.
    Shared expectations and psychological safety.
  3. 10:00 to 10:30
    Ice breaker and team challenge
    Short challenge designed to test coordination and communication under time pressure.
    Insights into roles, assumptions, and team habits.
  4. 10:30 to 12:15
    Values into action and collaboration
    Interactive exercise that links behaviours, performance, and working norms.
    Draft team norms and working principles.
  5. 12:15 to 12:30
    Debrief and reflection
    Structured reflection, what is working, what is not, what needs to change.
    Agreed priorities and improvement themes.
  6. 12:30 to 1:30
    Lunch
    Break and informal connection.
  7. 1:30 to 2:30
    Know yourself, know your team
    Communication and working styles exercise with facilitated sharing.
    Empathy, fewer misunderstandings, clearer preferences.
  8. 2:30 to 3:30
    Synergy challenge
    Problem solving activity that requires teamwork, coordination, and adaptability.
    Alignment, speed, escalation, and decision points.
  9. 3:30 to 3:45
    Tea break
    Short break.
  10. 3:45 to 4:30
    Overcoming challenges and embracing change
    Activity and guided discussion on handling pressure, setbacks, and change as one team.
    Tools and language for resilience and adaptation.
  11. 4:30 to 5:15
    Transfer of learning
    Debrief, reinforcement, and practical action planning.
  12. 5:15 to 5:30
    Final debrief and close
    Individual commitments and next steps.
    Post programme review

Activity options

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Learning outcomes

  • Active listening and accurate information sharing
  • Consensus building and evidence based decision making
  • Role clarity and accountability within the team
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Domino: Cause and Effect
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Learning outcomes

  • Systems thinking and process discipline
  • Managing mistakes, recovery, and shared responsibility
  • Communication and coordination across sub teams
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A Minute 2 Win It
Fast paced mini games that test agility, adaptability, and leadership. Teams rotate quickly, learn fast, and recalibrate on the move.

Learning outcomes

  • Adaptability in rapidly changing situations
  • Communication under time pressure
  • Team engagement, resilience, and leadership behaviours
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Boom Shakalaka
A rhythm and coordination experience where teams synchronise timing, roles, and handovers to achieve a shared performance outcome.

Learning outcomes

  • Coordination and discipline in execution
  • Role clarity and shared accountability
  • Working towards milestones together
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The Fish Market
A customer experience simulation where teams align on standards, manage trade-offs, and deliver outcomes under constraints.

Learning outcomes

  • Alignment on roles, responsibilities, and handovers
  • Decision making under constraints and shifting priorities
  • Service standards, feedback, and continuous improvement
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How the Ant Moved a Mountain
A coordination and trust activity where teams solve a practical challenge through synchronisation, calm execution, and clear responsibilities.

Learning outcomes

  • Trust building and leadership in action
  • Clear roles and communication systems
  • Team first mindset and sustainable performance
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Bridging Teamwork
Teams build a bridge under time pressure, coordinating tasks, aligning on a plan, and delivering a stable final output.

Learning outcomes

  • Project coordination and time management
  • Ownership under constraints and quality focus
  • Execution discipline and handover clarity
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Paint Our Masterpiece
Teams reproduce a shared artwork by splitting roles and coordinating handovers, making alignment and teamwork visible.

Learning outcomes

  • Shared vision and coordination across roles
  • Time and resource management
  • Practical collaboration and communication behaviours
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Amazing Race: Food and Heritage Hunt
A guided exploration bonding activity combining teamwork with local food and heritage discovery, requiring planning and coordination on the move.

Learning outcomes

  • Coordination and decision making in a dynamic environment
  • Team camaraderie through shared exploration
  • Communication and planning under time constraints
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The Running Man Race
A points based race with multiple sub teams. It brings out strategy and competition, while reinforcing cooperation as the real win condition.

Learning outcomes

  • Cooperation and sharing ideas across sub teams
  • Overcoming fear of mistakes and learning fast
  • Responsibility for team welfare and safety
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Creating moments that last

A glimpse into energy, connection, and shared wins

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Short reflections from past engagements

Four short clips capturing client experience and outcomes

Hear how our clients feel about the programme

Short reflections from past engagements

Proposed timeline

A practical path to schedule and deliver the workshop

Step 1: Confirm scope

Agree on format, headcount, venue preference, and objectives.

  • Confirm minimum group size requirement
  • Confirm the venue preference and timing
  • Confirm the customised content

Step 2: Prepare administration

Confirm participant profile and documentation checklist.

  • Registration and attendance requirements
  • PDPA mindful handling of information

Step 3: Deliver and follow up

Run the workshop, then support post-session documentation and follow-up actions.

  • Claims guidance (subject to eligibility and approval)
  • Review and follow up on any other learning and development needs

Next steps

Information needed to finalise delivery and costing

To proceed

  • Confirm workshop format: 1 day or 2 day
  • Confirm preferred timeframe and venue preference
  • Share any context on team challenges so scenarios and debriefs can be tailored

What we need from you

  • Confirm the SC/SPR and non-local headcount for eligibility checks
  • Provide available SFEC balance (for indicative capping)
  • Nominate a point of contact for coordination, attendance and documentation
  • Align workshop schedule to minimise operational disruption