- Duration
- Tailored to the programme chosen
- Group size
- 4–60 pax
- Destinations
- Courchevel & Three Valleys
Building an igloo is a simple idea that quickly becomes a real team exercise. Each group receives the specific tools, a defined area and a clear brief, and has to agree on a plan, divide the work and build a structure that is both sturdy and original. The challenge puts people in a practical situation where roles appear naturally: some lead the design, others handle the snow, others check that the structure holds.
The format is easy to follow for participants of every age and fitness level, because the work is shared and the pace is set by the team. Judging is based on criteria agreed in advance, such as solidity, originality and finish, so the result is discussed openly at the end. The debrief links what happened on the snow to what happens at work: how decisions were taken, how the time was managed and how members supported each other.
The challenge can stand alone as a half-day or day activity, or be followed by a shared lunch or a dinner in the same winter setting. It works for teams that want a concrete, memorable exercise with a clear outcome and no need for prior experience.
Objectives
- Build cohesion through a shared, concrete task
- Show how planning and roles work under time pressure
- Create a memorable result that the team can discuss afterwards
How it works
- 1We set the group, the zones and the criteria for judging with the client in advance.
- 2Teams receive their tools and a short brief, then have a fixed time to plan and build.
- 3Each igloo is checked and scored on the agreed criteria.
- 4A debrief links the exercise to the team's working habits.
- 5A shared lunch or dinner can close the day in the same setting.
Good to know
- No previous experience is needed. The work is shared, and the pace is set by each team.
- Participants need warm, waterproof clothing and gloves. Snow conditions can change the timing.
- The number of teams and the duration are set according to the group size and the season.
Indicative budget
Indicative only, to be confirmed on quotation. The price depends on the season, the group size and the programme chosen. Excluding VAT.
Frequently asked questions
Do participants need any winter sport skills?
No. The challenge is built on teamwork rather than physical performance, and it is accessible to everyone in the group.
How is the winner chosen?
Criteria such as solidity, originality and finish are agreed before the start. The judging is discussed openly, so that the result is fair and understood by everyone.
Can the challenge be combined with a meal?
Yes. A shared lunch or dinner can follow the challenge in the same winter setting, which extends the time spent together.
