Building Bonds and Creations: Team Building at CREATE Makerspace

Nestled in stunning Squamish BC, Create Makerspace offers a unique twist on the conventional team-building experience. This is not your typical trust-fall exercise or endless PowerPoint presentation. Instead, Create invites teams to bond over the satisfying hum of a CNC router, the tactile joy of shaping clay, or the precision of laser cutting. It’s about creating something tangible while strengthening the intangible connections between colleagues.

A happy team showing off their creations, with instructor Jason

Where Creativity Meets Collaboration

Walking into Create Makerspace, you’re greeted by an inviting atmosphere: the scent of freshly cut wood mingling with the quiet energy of projects in progress. The space buzzes with potential, offering a range of workshops designed to engage teams of all sizes and interests. Whether you’re a group of seasoned creators or absolute beginners, there’s something here for everyone.

Imagine your corporate team gathered around a woodworking station, selecting tools, and discussing designs. In the woodshop, participants can craft anything from wooden animals, to games, to jewelry, to decorative wall art. These projects demand focus, teamwork, and problem-solving—skills that naturally translate back into the workplace. Watching a pile of raw materials transform into something meaningful is a shared triumph that fosters a sense of pride and camaraderie.

Technology and Teamwork: The CNC Router Workshop

For those intrigued by technology, the CNC router workshop offers a chance to blend innovation with creativity. Teams learn the basics of computer-aided design (CAD) and see their ideas come to life as the router carves intricate patterns and shapes into wood or acrylic. Collaboration becomes crucial as members brainstorm designs and troubleshoot together. It’s an exercise in precision and adaptability—qualities every great team needs.

Coworkers enjoying the fruits of their labour - a fun table top game to take back to the office

Get Your Hands Dirty (Literally) with Pottery

If your team prefers a more hands-on, tactile experience, the pottery workshops are a perfect fit. There’s something inherently calming about working with clay, and the process encourages mindfulness and patience. From throwing pots on the wheel to hand-building sculptures, participants often find themselves immersed in the moment. It’s an excellent way to decompress while fostering creativity and open communication.

Learn to make a cup or bowl during our Wheel Building class

Precision Meets Imagination: Laser Cutting Workshops

For teams with a flair for detail, laser cutting workshops offer an opportunity to design and produce custom items like glasses, keychains, or signage. The workshop introduces participants to LightBurn design software, giving them the tools to turn ideas into precise, polished results. Watching the laser cutter at work—transforming designs into reality—is nothing short of mesmerizing, and the process demands both focus and collaboration.

More Than Just a Day Out

What sets Create Makerspace apart is its ability to offer a team-building experience that’s both enjoyable and impactful. It’s not just about the projects your team completes; it’s about the shared moments, the collective problem-solving, and the sense of accomplishment that lingers long after the workshop ends.

Self-belief, accomplishment, and camaraderie - the lasting effects of a Create Makerspace workshop

By stepping away from the usual workplace dynamics and into a creative environment, teams have the chance to connect on a different level. Conversations flow more easily when hands are busy, and hierarchies fade as everyone contributes to a common goal.

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Plan Your Visit

Whether you’re planning a corporate retreat, a startup brainstorming session, or simply looking for a fresh way to bond with your team, Create Makerspace in Squamish offers an experience that’s as enriching as it is memorable.

Email info@createmakerspace.com to book your group in today.