#MaiDireTeamBuilding
Team building to break down corporate silos
#MaiDireTeamBuilding: open-air challenges, real team spirit and a samurai twist
Tired of outdoor team building that feels like a sports day with a company logo on it? #MaiDireTeamBuilding is the format that turns any open-air space into an arena of unforgettable challenges.
Freely inspired by the legendary Japanese TV show #MaiDireBanzai — a cult classic of the ’80s and ’90s — this format brings colleagues from every department and seniority level together in mixed teams, competing side by side through physical, creative and communicative challenges that require — and genuinely build — real collaboration.
From the very first moment, a visually iconic element resets the atmosphere instantly: hierarchies flatten, laughter breaks out, and the team becomes the only thing that matters.
Challenges run simultaneously across multiple outdoor stations in a fast-paced rotation that keeps energy levels high from start to finish.
How #MaiDireTeamBuilding outdoor works
Each team — 4 to 10 people per station — rotates through a series of very different challenges, designed to make the most of the outdoor setting: movement, group coordination, balance, non-verbal communication and lateral thinking. The open space isn’t just a backdrop — it’s an active part of the experience.
The format adapts perfectly to corporate parks, villa and resort gardens, urban green areas, lakesides, beaches and equipped natural spaces. We bring all the materials needed to set up the stations and manage the full logistics on the ground with our experienced facilitation team.
The experience closes with a collective final challenge drawn at random — choreography, theatrical scene, group painting, stop-motion video or caviardage — that turns competition into shared creation and, more often than not, into an explosion of unexpected creativity.
Why choose #MaiDireTeamBuilding outdoor
It breaks down silos for good
Away from desks and visible hierarchies, people reveal different sides of themselves. Mixed teams — intentionally built to blend departments, offices and functions — collaborate naturally and without filters, with an impact on team cohesion that carries back into the workplace.
The outdoors amplifies everything
Fresh air lowers defences, boosts perceived wellbeing and deepens emotional engagement. The same people who sit passively in a boardroom come alive outside. This format knows that — and uses it.
Scenographically memorable
Outdoor locations offer something no conference room can match: natural light, open horizons, atmosphere. A format that's already visually striking like #MaiDireTeamBuilding becomes even more powerful — and far more photogenic — against a natural backdrop.
Scalable from 20 to 150 people
The parallel station structure scales smoothly to any group size. The more teams there are, the more the energy multiplies.
Flexible across seasons
While designed for outdoor use, the format can be run across different seasons thanks to careful challenge selection and appropriate logistical arrangements. The weather becomes part of the adventure.
Where we run #MaiDireTeamBuilding outdoor
We organise the format in Milan, Rome, on Lake Como and across Italy, adapting the setup to the chosen location. We can work with a venue you’ve already identified or help you find the ideal outdoor setting.
FAQ — #MaiDireTeamBuilding outdoor
How many people can participate?
From 20 to 150 people. The parallel rotation structure keeps everyone actively engaged throughout.
How long does the activity last?
Approximately 3 hours, including briefing, rotations and the final group challenge. Timing is adaptable to your event’s schedule.
What kind of space is needed?
An open space large enough to host multiple simultaneous stations: parks, gardens, green areas, lakesides, beaches. The more scenic the location, the better.
Can it run in any weather?
The outdoor format is designed for favourable weather conditions. In the event of bad weather, we can quickly adapt the programme to an indoor solution, provided the venue allows for it.
Is it ideal for a spring or summer kick-off?
Absolutely. The outdoor dimension of #MaiDireTeamBuilding is particularly well-suited to spring, summer and early autumn events, when the open air becomes a natural ally for good mood and genuine team cohesion.
What do participants need to bring?
Just comfortable clothing and a willingness to play. Everything else — materials, setup, facilitators and the iconic element that kicks off the game — is on us.
Book your #MaiDireTeamBuilding outdoor
Ready to take your team out of the office and into an experience they won’t forget? Get in touch to organise #MaiDireTeamBuilding outdoors in Milan, on Lake Como, in Rome or at any location across Italy.
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