Planning a Corporate Wellness Weekend: 6 Steps to Success

By Marble Structures

In today’s fast-paced work environment, employee well-being is more critical than ever. Organising a corporate wellness weekend out in nature (but with the structure and resources not to be too Ray Mears), can be an excellent way for HR teams and in-house PAs to deepen team bonding across departments, reduce stress and (in time) improve productivity.

As experts in temporary event structures, we provide many of the vital resources to bring these such events to life, offering marquees, glamping accommodation, a giant yurt, bespoke decor to match your company’s aesthetic and a treasure trove of extraordinary props.

Ready to press GO and start planning?? Here’s how to organise the perfect corporate wellness weekend:

Step 1: Define Your Goals and Budget

Even if the time together is focused around relaxation, the weekend needs a goal. So the first step is to identify the primary objectives of the wellness weekend. Are you focusing on stress reduction, team bonding, or introducing new dynamics and ways of working that you want your team to get on board with? Setting clear goals will guide your choice of activities, venue and overall theme. With goals in mind, determine a realistic budget that includes venue hire, accommodation, catering, wellness activities, and structural needs such as marquees, showers and toilets and decor.

Step 2: Select the Perfect Location

Location plays a vital role in the success of your wellness weekend. Look for venues with expansive outdoor spaces to host mindfulness activities, yoga sessions, or team-building exercises. By leveraging our temporary structures such as marquees or glamping setups, you can work with a blank canvas, remain true to your focus of being in nature and transform any outdoor location into a comfortable place to retreat, no matter what the UK weather brings.

Step 3: Design a Comprehensive Itinerary

If it’s outcomes you are after, a successful corporate wellness weekend should include a mix of activities that cater to different preferences and goals. For example:

• Physical Activities: Yoga, guided nature walks, or fitness boot camps – something that gets the endorphins going and is a shared activity.
• Mindfulness Practices: Meditation sessions, constructive walks (a walk and a chat), or gratitude workshops (they’re actually great!)
• Creative Activities: Extra curricular painting classes, learning a new craft or building something together as a team.
• Social Opportunities: Time to relax in freeflow, whether that’s group meals or casual evening gatherings inside giant yurts with some music or entertainment and an open bar inside.?

Our range of temporary structures make these activities achievable by offering styled spaces for everything from workshops to relaxing lounges.

Step 4: Ensure Comfort and Convenience

Comfort is key to a successful retreat. Create inviting spaces with cosy furnishings, proper lighting, and warm/cool environments. Glamping tents and marquees can provide a boutique-style stay, while decor and props can be tailored to your wellness theme, adding an extra layer of personalisation for your brand.?

Step 5: Partner with Experiences Suppliers

Collaborate with reliable professionals to handle catering, workshops and event coordination. Consider:

• Hiring local caterers specialising in nutritious meals.
• Inviting mental health or life coaches or motivational speakers.
• Hiring an on-site coordinator manage the day to day logistics.

Our expertise in event structures, A/V, technical production and decor ensures a lot of the foundations of your event structure are sourced from one supplier. We then work with other chosen suppliers to coordinate the necessary elements to ensure every success for your event.

Step 6: Market the Event to Your Team

Encourage participation by creating excitement around the event. Use internal communications to share the itinerary and benefits of attending (if it’s not compulsory). Highlight the unique features of the weekend, such as glamping, workshop experiences with recognised speakers or bespoke activities and what they will get out of each one.?

Why Choose Us for Your Corporate Wellness Event?

We specialise in creating stunning, functional temporary spaces that bring a unique atmosphere to any outdoor event. Here’s what we bring to your wellness weekend:

• Versatile Event Structures: From stylish marquees to spacious yurts, stretch tents and glamping accommodation.
• Custom Decor and Props: Tailored to your chosen event theme.
• Professional Expertise: A dedicated team on site to ensure a flawless setup and execution.
• Sustainability Options: Eco-friendly materials, suppliers and processes to align with your values.

Now more than ever there is a need for community building, mental health resilience and employee recognition. And it’s the company managers and leaders who need to be ahead of the curve, nurturing their own talent whilst also showing others what a great place it is to work. As a result, planning a corporate wellness weekend should be part of every company’s employee welfare strategy. With clear goals, a well thought out itinerary and the right collection of suppliers to work with, you can create a hugely successful and memorable experience that benefits both employees and your organisation.?

Looking for inspiration – check out our sister agency Marble Ldn for the wonderful company anniversary weekend we were part of: setting up glamping, stretch tents, community tents for gathering and catering and the epic festival style musical programme they put on.?

If you already have an event in mind:?contact us to find out how our event structures and services can help bring your ideas to life.?

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