At SchapendrijvenGroningen, we offer a variety of tailored workshops and activities aimed at teambuilding and enhancing collaboration and communication within your group. René and Riemer, a father-son duo with years of experience in HR, share their knowledge and expertise to bring your team closer together in a unique and active way. Below, you will find the different options we offer:

Team Training Workshop: Sheep Herding as Teambuilding

Step out into the fresh air with your team for a unique teambuilding experience: the Sheep Herding Workshop! This workshop offers a playful way to discover the dynamics within your team, with the sheep acting as direct mirrors for teamwork and collaboration. Whether you are working on communication, leadership, or discovering different team roles, this workshop offers the perfect blend of insight, inspiration, and a good dose of energy!

What does this workshop look like?

We start with simple tasks, but soon you will notice that the challenges grow bigger. Who in your team has an eye for detail and can be a good shepherd? You will find out as your team works in groups to lead the sheep through a challenging course. Collaboration is essential here!  You will also get a look into the world of 'Sheep Herding with Our Border Collies'. Here, you will learn how we communicate with our dogs and train them into full-fledged sport dogs. This offers valuable insights that you can directly apply in the workplace!

Team Outing Workshop: Adventure and Collaboration in Nature

Are you looking for an original and adventurous outing for your friends or family? Then come sheep herding! This unique activity brings you together in nature and ensures an unforgettable experience.

What can you expect?

During our sheep herding workshop, you will have the opportunity to collaborate in a playful and educational way. Under the guidance of Riemer or René and their trained Border Collies, you will learn how to guide a flock of sheep through various tasks. It’s all about communication, teamwork, and most of all, fun!

What does the day look like?

• Introduction: A brief explanation of sheep herding and what to expect.
• Practical exercises: You and your team will get hands-on with the sheep, starting with simple tasks and gradually moving to more challenging ones.
• Demonstration: An impressive demonstration of our Border Collies in action, showing how these smart dogs are trained.
• Final Game: A thrilling final game where you compete in teams to see who the best sheep herder is!

Why choose the sheep herding outing?

• Unique and unforgettable: This is not your everyday outdoor activity, but an opportunity to try something new and challenging.
• In nature: Enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful Groningen landscape.
• Fun for everyone: Sheep herding is suitable for all ages and offers fun and challenges for both young and old.

With years of experience in HR, the father-son duo René and Riemer have developed a unique and effective way to strengthen collaboration, communication, and leadership. Their personal approach ensures a teambuilding experience that your team won't soon forget.

With these extensive and varied options, there is always a teambuilding activity that perfectly fits the needs and goals of your group. Whether you choose an intensive training or a lighter team outing, at SchapendrijvenGroningen  you'll experience teamwork in a whole new way! Contact us today and discover the power of teamwork in the fresh outdoors of Groningen.