Designing Corporate Retreats That Inspire & Motivate

A corporate retreat is not a holiday, even though it can come across as such. Aside from conventions and team-building activities, a corporate retreat is primarily designed to help team members define their goals and objectives and build upon mental stimulation. With that in mind, there is no better place than Canmore, located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

At Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, we’re not only a hotel with conference facilities, but we’re also experts in recommending a wide range of corporate retreat options for professionals who seek a timeout to recharge their batteries. We’ve prepared some failproof corporate retreats to inspire and motivate you and your team.

When Not in the Boardroom: How to Create an Immersive, Transformational Corporate Retreat

The term “retreat” gives away holiday vibes, and though it’s certainly a break from the office and a chance to get some fresh air and sunshine, a corporate retreat is about personal growth, reflection, and exploring new perspectives. Some ideas to consider for your corporate retreat in Canmore include:

Outdoor Strategy Sessions

The outdoors is a natural environment that is the complete opposite of an office setting. This means there shouldn’t be any pressure when defining objectives. These sessions can be as simple as gathering at a picnic table in the summer or inside a cozy coffee shop in the winter.
The purpose of these sessions is to brainstorm ideas or solutions to a problem. These easygoing environments are designed to take the edge off, boost morale and team building, and open the door for strategic discussions.

Mindful Hiking, Yoga Classes

The mind works best in combination with a working body. Mindful hiking releases endorphins in the brain, as well as other happy hormones like serotonin and dopamine. Improved mental clarity can reduce stress and enhance your sensory abilities.

The same applies to yoga classes when you follow an instructor’s guide to releasing tension in the mind and body by stretching and focusing on your breathing.

Both physical exercises come with a challenge that each individual needs to accomplish by themselves. With each accomplishment, you increase your mental capabilities. Furthermore, practicing these as a group can promote team dynamics and bonding.

Team-Focused Activities

Corporate retreats also revolve around team building outside the physical or virtual office. For that, Canmore offers a wide range of fun activities to boost morale and promote each team member’s well-being. There’s always something exciting to do during the high seasons when you’re not stuck in a meeting room.

Summer in Canmore

• Plenty of outdoor activities are available to visitors and don’t usually require advance bookings.
• Scavenger hunts
• Escape rooms
• Canmore River Adventures (float tours)
• The Canmore History Tour
• Beer tasting and brewery tours
• Canmore Ghost Walks
• Beginner-level to advanced hiking trails
• Mountain biking, disc golf, and more at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
• Canmore Cave Tours

Winter in Canmore

If you plan your corporate retreat in the winter, we recommend booking your indoor and outdoor activities in advance. Planning ahead of time will guarantee the slots for desired activities and a stress-free process. Top winter team-building activities include:

• Winter sports at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
• Dog sledding
• Snow shoeing
• Ice fishing
• Tobogganing
• Biathlon
• Art galleries
• Canmore Museum
• And more

Unique Workshops

Canmore offers a wide range of creative workshops for crafty people who prefer a more relaxed environment that allows them to socialize comfortably.

• Pottery and painting, “plein air” painting
• Soap workshop tours
• artsPlace offers workshops in visual arts, ceramics, music, writing, photography, and more!
   
• Note: As one of Alberta’s most artistic places, Canmore offers a wide variety of art workshops every week, so it’s worth checking the schedules in advance. Art-focused retreats attract many visitors and include felting, broom making, drum making, string art, and acrylic painting.

Feeling Adventurous?

You can truly never run out of things to do in Canmore. With every visit to this beautiful town, there is something new to do. If the goal of your corporate retreat is to try something new, consider the following:

Rafting and tubing in the summer
Take a hike up Ha Ling Peak, one of the steepest and most challenging hikes in the Canmore area
Canmore climbing gym (indoors)

Canmore’s Best Locations for Networking, Collaboration & Downtime

Canmore conference hotels want to help leisure and business travelers network and collaborate. Some of the best places to meet locals, fellow travelers, and business owners include:

• Elevation Place: This is Canmore’s new recreation centre with a vast aquatic facility, a climbing gym, fitness rooms, a library, an art gallery, and more.
• Conference Facilities: Attend or plan unique meetings and events at our Canmore conference facilities. Not only do we host business conventions, but also social gatherings, weddings, and many other special occasions! You can also book a designated hotel meeting room for your corporate retreat.

Of course, if you choose to stay at Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, you can make use of our wellness amenities. For the perfect downtime, our guests have access to a gym, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. In the winter, we have a fire pit on Fridays and Saturdays, offering s’mores and hot chocolate!

Plan your meeting and event today, and get ready to network, collaborate, and relax.
 

Plan Your Corporate Retreat in Canmore

At Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre, we are proud to be the premier choice for a hotel with conference facilities. We’ve welcomed leisure and business travellers from cities across Alberta, out-of-province, and abroad since 1994.

As the prime location in the heart of Canmore, we’re committed to offering an unparalleled blend of comfort and convenience, ensuring the best guest experience for all of our visitors. Business travels can be draining, which is why we pair modern accommodations with exceptional amenities, including an indoor pool, hot tub, fitness centre, and on-site dining.

Whether you’re attending a convention or planning a corporate retreat, we’re your all-in-one conference hotel for event facilities and relaxation.

When you’re ready to combine productivity with leisure or a business meeting with some fine dining, feel free to contact us at (403) 678-3625 to check for availability and special offers.