This is not a typical conference venue.

We would like our guests’ free time to be filled with great experiences! With both the forest and the lake so close, Balingsholm is an ideal place for arranging activities. There is a sauna veranda on the shore of Lake Trehörningen, which provides activities that can revitalise both body and soul. In the lounges you can listen to wonderful music and singing.

Here are a few ideas and suggestions about what we think is particularly suitable for guests staying at Balingsholm, depending on how much time you have, what you enjoy and what season it is. We work together with instructors who have long experience of these activities and adventures so you are in safe hands.

INSPIRATION

Inspirational talks by Wolfgang Heller about Robotland or the virtual world known as Second Life etc.

Craft activities. Experience the challenge of creating something with your own hands, blow and engrave glass, carve wood or etch metals.  More information here.

Design your own jewellery. Design your own personal jewellery made from real freshwater pearls.

Vocal entertainment. A sparkling mini-show, fun and so neatly packaged! Pop, rock, jazz and barbershop, roaring songs mixed with bright ballads. A cappella – their voices are their instruments.

Acting games to provide new energy and inspiration!
Through dynamic, enthusiastic exercises release your creativity, imagination and spontaneity. Space is provided for reflection over the experience.
Pride, perhaps the greatest obstacle to our development, can be given a healthy shock.

OUTDOORS

Boule, croquet, football, rounders, volleyball - all on the beautiful lawns in our park.

Juggling course - learn the art of keeping several balls in the air at the same time in a playful way (also works indoors) and finish with a short juggling show.

Nordic walking – a simple way to exercise.

TEAM BUILDING

Team contests – Effective teamwork, fast communication and creativity are a winning concept (can be adapted into a framework around a theme, such as Robinson)

Creative painting – The joy of creating immediately with no previous knowledge to music. A lecture can be held as part of the personnel care programme, for example as a team building exercise or as a kick-off event to start the year. These activities can also serve as an element aimed at building up energy.

Balloon sculpture course – Participants learn the basics of the art of transforming an ordinary balloon into a complete work of art.

Circus course – Become a circus artist for a day with pyramids, cartwheels, rola bola, tightrope walking, balance balls and juggling etc.

Choral happening - Singing together is a way of spending time together. We know this from parties at Midsummer or Christmas. Research has shown that singing is good for both body and soul. Kill two birds with one stone and sing - with the voice you have - together with your colleagues and discover new sides to each other. We sing well-known tunes in simple arrangements where everyone can join in, with or without experience.  Experience the unity that comes from making music together. Time: around 45 minutes.

COMPETITIONS/SPORTS

Pentathlon – everything from the traditional pentathlon to more advanced versions.

Clay pigeon shooting  - for beginners or experienced shooters.

Canoeing and rowing – Boats and canoes can be borrowed for excursions on Lake Trehörningen.

Gym and Darts – just beside the sauna area.

Table hockey – We arrange thrilling hockey tournaments. Knock out matches with semi-finals and finals

FOOD AND DRINK

It is always fun to take part in different kinds of tastings: wine, beer, whisky, cognac or champagne tasting.

Dessert wine – try different kinds of dessert wines after dinner together with an assortment of different desserts.

Cheese tasting – taste a variety of cheeses in combination with fine wines. We’ll tell you a bit about their history and give you general information on them.

Chocolate tasting – Passion for chocolate has always been immense – history, origin, trends and tasting.

BODY AND SOUL

Qi Gong, Tai Chi, Meditation – Popular health and exercise methods for body and soul.

Energy massage – Classic massage – allow yourself complete relaxation after a stressful day at work.

Gym classes - Morning gym classes, or alternatively a break in the middle of the conference day.

Beauty advice – Tips and ideas about make-up, colours, hairstyles and clothes.

Balance in life – Good health – A lecture to spice up your conference.

The first step towards greater wellbeing – Individual and group work to arrive at the ingredients for good health.

Bubble pool

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Test your senses – all the senses are challenged through answering questions where smell, taste, feeling, hearing are all challenged. In the end you must identify the drink that is being served.

Treasure hunt – take the necessary break from the conference and take part in a treasure hunt around the forest.

Board games - you can borrow a selection including Jeopardy, Trivial Pursuit, Alias and Monopoly.

ENTERTAINMENT

Choral singing – Everyone dares to sing if you have a dynamic choir master.

Music quiz – A musical, illustrated quiz.

Salsa/ Linedance – Let it all go to the exciting music.

Exercise dance – Bug, twist, waltz, hambo (a dance that originated in Sweden), foxtrot –the selection is huge!

Magic – Enjoyable entertainment in the lounge.

Karaoke – be a star for a day.

Troubadour – an evening of song with Bellman and Taube or why not an evening of popular hits.

We hope that you have a good idea of what we can provide. If you would like more information or would like to have a non-obligatory discussion feel free to give us a call.