FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Events & Logistics
We offer a wide range of programs designed to engage every type of team, including:
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- Outdoor and adventure challenges
- Bus Tours To Hidden Gems
- Fitness Walks/Hikes & Biking
- Culinary/Team Cooking
- CSR/charity give back events
All activities can be specifically tailored to match your goals.
We are experts on San Diego and Southern California, the hidden gems and what is magical & a must see. We have done events & adventures in Southern California since 1996. We also have excellent connections with the hotels, restaurants & unique bars. We can make introductions and assist you in making your experience easy and bring the WOW to everything!
WE always have a plan. We offer backup indoor options, weatherproof modifications, or rescheduling. Programs like Minute To Win It and Give Back CSR events transition well.
- Duration varies based on your chosen program, but most range from 90 minutes to 3 hours.
- Our CSR/Give Back events, Minute To Win It, Team Olympics, Murder Mystery, Team Cooking, and Creative Ice Breakers are typically 2 hours.
- For the Urban Challenge/Scavenger Hunts and Team Sailing,-3 total hours makes for the best experience.
Pricing is customized based on the number of participants, event duration, location, and the specific program you select. We provide a tailored proposal for every inquiry.
- We are highly scalable, structuring events for small teams, large corporate groups, and multi-day retreats.
- We have successfully hosted adventures for groups ranging from 2 to 2,700 participants.
- We are fully mobile! Events can be held indoors, outdoors, on-site at your office, or at any venue you choose.
- We are also happy to provide venue recommendations (unique parks or beach areas) upon request.
Out of the Ordinary specializes in fun, competitive team building GAMES like Team Olympics, Video Team Challenge and Charity Bike Builds. Where You Want To Be creates unique team building EXPERIENCES such as our Give back “Good Deeds Bus Experiment,” our Bridge Building Excursion and Outdoor Meetings concept.
The Event Experience
Most events follow a five-point structure:
- Welcome & Introduction: Setting the stage for the day.
- Icebreakers or Warm-up Activities: Creating early engagement and comfort. Rock Paper Scissors is a favorite & a medal goes to the winner.
- Main Challenges: Engaging in the core program components or activities.
- Team Debriefs: Reflection on the experience and lessons learned.
- Closing Ceremony or Awards: Celebrating achievements & Olympic style medals go to the winning team.
Facilitators are there to guide the activities and provide clear instructions. They maintain psychological safety for all participants and help teams reflect on their growth.
- Our events often reveal hidden strengths, such as a quiet team member emerging as a leader during the Team Olympics or an Urban Challenge/Scavenger Hunt.
- These shared experiences create new levels of respect and a deeper understanding among team members
The photos our staff take are edited and emailed to you 2 to 3 days later. There is no added cost for this.
Booking & Preparation
- We recommend booking 2–8 weeks in advance, especially for peak seasons.
- A 50% deposit secures your date, with the remaining balance due 2 to 3 days before the event.
We handle planning, logistics, supplies, facilitation, and setup. Your team just needs to show up ready to engage.
We suggest comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. For outdoor programs, remember sunscreen and water.
- Simply come with an open mind and a willingness to have fun.
- Our events offer a rare chance for adults to "play," and often the most reserved team members become the most enthusiastic.
Inclusivity & Impact
- Our programs are designed for all fitness levels and are fully inclusive. We follow a "Challenge By Choice" philosophy, ensuring everyone feels included even if they aren't participating in every physical aspect.
- We also accommodate specific accessibility needs or special requirements; simply let us know your team's needs so we can plan accordingly.
Customization is our specialty. We can tailor any program to match your culture, dynamics, and goals like leadership or conflict resolution.
- It stands for Minority Woman-Owned Business Enterprise.
- This certification confirms that our business is at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by minority group members or women who are U.S. citizens.
- While there isn't a single formula, our clients consistently report higher morale, improved communication, and stronger team relationships.
- You will see more smiles in the office and a more bonded, motivated team.
General Questions
Out of the Ordinary specializes in fun, competitive team building GAMES like Team Olympics, Video Team Challenge and Charity Bike Builds. Where You Want To Be creates unique team building EXPERIENCES such as our Give back “Good Deeds Bus Experiment,” our Bridge Building Excursion and Outdoor Meetings concept.
Our interactive Ice Breakers are ideal for groups who have limited time. They work well as a morning energizer, in between meetings or right before dinner. Our expert facilitators can guide you through a series of warm up exercises that will get your group out of their seats and talking to each other. If you’re looking for an outdoor morning activity, our Wellness Walks are a great way to kick off the day before heading into those long meetings.
We offer leadership development training that empowers individuals to better manage themselves while meeting the needs of employees. Our hands-on Workshops are led by professionally trained facilitators. This is an excellent component that can work in tandem with one of our team building activities.
You’re in beautiful San Diego so ditch that conference room and try something different like our Outdoor Meetings concept. If you’re a corporate group looking to add a different twist to your meetings, it’s time to take it outside! Even better… incorporate a fun, relaxing walk into your meeting!
Our goal is to always give our guests a once in a lifetime experience. So, whether you’re on one of our bike rides, a guided hike or interactive bus adventure, our mission is to take you to places that are off-the-beaten path. For instance, our Rent-a-Local is a customized, guided hike that caters to your preferences so if you love the beach, we would explore San Diego’s hottest coastal towns. If you’re into shopping or eating, we’d visit hip stores and trendy restaurants
Our motto is – We take you where the guidebooks don’t! During your hike or fitness walk, you’ll not only get in your exercise, you’ll discover some hidden San Diego spots. Hikes are designed for all fitness levels. Our most popular hikes include Secret Beach Areas in La Jolla, Downtown San Diego, Neighborhoods of Balboa Park, The 5 Bridges, Balboa Park, Encinitas and Coronado. Don’t forget to bring your camera for all those awesome views you’ll see!
Urban Challenge/Scavenger Hunts
The tasks are designed to take you on a journey of unique spots. For instance, on the Downtown Hunt, teams will visit cool roof top lounges with amazing views, hip hotels and fun restaurants & shops. The tasks run the gamut from finding historic landmarks and specific popular locations, to answering fun pop culture trivia. Every program always kicks off with a high energy warm up challenge
The Hunt lasts two hours but when you incorporate the introduction and the awards ceremony, the entire time frame is three hours. If it’s a private event, we can customize the length. If it’s a Specialty Scavenger Hunt, such as our Amazing Race version, plan on 3.5 hours. Downtown San Diego is our most requested followed by La Jolla, Balboa Park, Encinitas, Old Town and Coronado.
We’ve been creating team building Scavenger Hunts for corporate and leisure groups since 2003 and we’ve learned over the years that surprising your group typically doesn’t work. We find that it’s best to tell people what they are doing, and to remind them of all the small details such as what to wear (sneakers is a must!) and the importance of eating prior to an event. People don’t like to be caught off guard!
The Scavenger Hunts are approximately 1.5 to 2.5 miles and all the routes are relatively flat so it’s great for all fitness levels. Your comfort level is important to us, so teams aren’t allowed to run for safety reasons
Yes, it’s an excellent team bonding activity! Over the years, we’ve had all types of groups from Fortune 500 companies to small startups. The tasks are designed to stimulate conversation and test players problem solving abilities, creativity and time management skills. As a result, people’s personalities do come out and you learn a lot about yourself and your team mates. While you’re solving the clues, you get the added bonus of a wonderful sightseeing tour because you’re exploring cool, hidden spots along the way. Our clients include CEO’s, Marketing/Sales Teams, Teachers, Engineers, Scientists, Health professionals, Law Firms, the Military and Faith based groups.
Each team will have 7-9 required tasks plus a bonus sheet that has 30-35 additional tasks. The tasks are the same for each team but they’re in a different order. The team that accomplishes the most and has the highest score, will be the winner.
We offer several custom Scavenger Hunts such as our Amazing Race version and Charity Give Back. In the Amazing Race formula, we incorporate physical & mental challenges like our Football Throwing Task and Memory/Obstacle Course. Our Charity formula includes tasks that have a “Give Back” angle. For instance, teams could build trikes or stuff backpacks. Over the years, we’ve blessed Military Families, Faith based groups and numerous non-profit groups through our Charity Scavenger Hunt.
Our Scavenger Hunts are all about fun, so it works well for families and friends. We’ve designed hunts for many birthday parties, bachelorette celebrations, anniversaries, school reunions and church events. We even designed a custom hunt where it ended with a marriage proposal!