Strength, unity and loyalty are rugby’s main ingredients, and they prove exceptionally useful when translated into a professional environment.
The object of the game is to score, which requires a team to get the ball to the other end of the field. In order to do this, the scrum must gain ground over the opposing team, which can be gruelling work, progressing in small increments. The point is: the whole scrum is working hard, shoulder to shoulder towards a shared goal.
As a team-building activity, rugby encourages players to adopt a shared strategy in order to score. Rugby, of course, is all about contact, which helps develop self-control and respect for the opponent: violence is strictly against the philosophy of this sport. Tactics go hand in hand with skills and, within a team-building programme, there will always be a short briefing before the match, in order for everyone to acquaint themselves with the basic rules of the game.
And don’t be fooled into thinking rugby it’s only suited as a team-building activity for burly men: women have shown remarkable grit and strength on the rugby field. Within the context of a team-building programme, we will also be able to create specific conditions that will make the experience a perfect fit for your team.
Rugby is the ultimate team-building experience, in that it strengthens bonds within a team and, through physical exertion, reduces stress while providing a thrilling challenge.
It teaches focus, because all players must keep their minds on the team’s strategy to achieve victory, and it dares each individual player to push their limits.
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This team building activity can be developed within training courses to improve leadership, communication and team working.
