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Put your team’s collaboration skills into overdrive with Build a Bike, a high-impact, hands-on team building activity that combines teamwork with giving back. Teams work together to assemble brand-new bikes for children in need, creating shared memories, strengthening bonds, and making a real difference in the community.
In partnership with Charity Re-Cycle, completed bikes are donated to communities across Africa (Ghana, RSA, Zambia, The Gambia, Sierra Leone and Malawi) in need of reliable transport. Since 1997, Re-Cycle has shipped over 140,000 bicycles, helping people reduce long daily journeys—sometimes up to four hours a day—to school, work, or collect water, improving mobility and quality of life.
The team had a great time, and we all continue to talk about just how good the whole session was - thank you for running the session, and we look forward to working with Zing again!
The activity is perfect for groups of 5 to 500+
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The activity can last from 1 to 3 hours
Educating teams on their responsibilities within society is important in their journey together
Reinvesting into society is fantastic for wellbeing and the feel good factor it brings to teams.
Bragging rights are at stake – healthy and managed competition sparks productivity and output to increase in teams.
Participants see first-hand how their efforts make a positive societal impact, reinforcing company values and purpose.
The session begins with a welcome briefing and an introduction to the charity receiving the bikes. Teams are split into smaller groups, each with a workshop area, toolkit, bike stand, and partially assembled bike. Team members take on roles, complete skill workshops, and tackle fun challenges to earn resources. Once a build plan is approved by our engineers, construction begins, guided by our friendly crew. The event concludes with a celebratory bike parade, and all bikes are safety-tested, certified, and delivered to the partner charity, bringing mobility and joy to underprivileged children.
✔ All bike parts and building tools – Everything your team needs to build a children’s bike (minus the Allen key stress).
✔ Safety gear – Gloves and protective equipment to keep everyone safe.
✔ Mini team challenges – Interactive games to earn components and spark collaboration.
✔ Professional facilitators – Energetic experts guide the session and ensure all bikes are road-ready.
✔ Bike safety checks – A qualified mechanic ensures every bike is safe for donation.
✔ Charity delivery – We coordinate donation to your nominated charity or school.
✔ Music and atmosphere – Upbeat playlists and Zing-style banter to keep energy levels high.
✔ Photo opportunities – Capture the smiles, team spirit, and finished bikes.
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This activity can last between 1-3 hours to fit your agenda:
An indoor or outdoor space, provided empty, large enough to provide each team with a large area of flat floor space. Ideally 3mx3m per team.
A charity bike building activity is a hands-on team building session where groups work together to assemble bikes, which are then donated to children in need. It combines collaboration, problem-solving, and purpose-driven engagement, giving teams a tangible sense of achievement while supporting the community.
Teams develop key skills like communication, collaboration, and problem-solving, all while contributing to a meaningful cause. Completing a project with a visible impact boosts morale, strengthens bonds, and leaves participants feeling proud and motivated—perfect for both small teams and large corporate groups.
Absolutely. Build a Bike sessions in London can be tailored to deliver completed bikes directly to local schools or nominated charities. Zing Events coordinates the donation process, ensuring your team’s efforts make a real, positive impact in the community.
Participants practise teamwork, effective communication, creative problem-solving, and time management as they assemble each bike. Mini-challenges throughout the session encourage collaboration under pressure, helping teams build trust and develop skills that carry over into the workplace.
A standard Build a Bike session typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on team size and complexity. This includes mini-challenges, assembly time, safety checks, and celebratory moments, giving teams a meaningful, hands-on experience without taking up the entire day.
No experience is needed! All tools, parts, and instructions are provided, and professional facilitators guide teams every step of the way. This ensures everyone can contribute, learn, and enjoy the experience—whether they’re a seasoned DIYer or a complete beginner.