Grand Prix Garage
Build the car, design the livery and race for a place on the podium.
About
Grand Prix Garage turns each team into a racing outfit with its own garage. The task is to build an almost full-size racing car from a self-assembly kit within a tight timeframe.
With the car complete, teams turn to styling, decorating it with colours, mock sponsor logos and team branding so that it stands out on the track. Some teams prioritise speed, others style, and the best achieve both.
Then race day arrives. Cars line up on the grid, the chequered flag waves and they are away, each with one driver at the wheel while teammates push it down the track.
Swift pit stops can decide the result, so teams practise their routine before the main race. A podium ceremony celebrates the top three teams in style.
Learning outcomes
Teams must allocate roles carefully and work closely across different skills so the build stays on plan and on time. Clear roles stop people getting in each other's way as the car takes shape. Short check-ins keep everyone aligned.
It is a demanding project that requires commitment from every team member. Teams that plan their steps before building usually finish with time to spare.
Styling the car lets everyone show their creative side and leave their mark on the final design.
Because the race can be won or lost in the pits, teams practise and refine their process, learning how small improvements add up. The race fuels friendly competition, and the podium gives everyone something to celebrate. The finished cars also make for excellent team photographs.
Program flow
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Open the garage
Teams receive their racing car kit and plans and learn the race day rules.
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Build the car
Teams divide roles and assemble their car against the clock.
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Design the livery
Teams decorate their car with colours and branding to stand out on track.
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Pit practice
Teams rehearse their pit stop routine to save valuable seconds.
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Race and podium
Cars race down the track and the top three teams take the podium.
What is included
Included
- Expert facilitators throughout
- Racing car building kits and plans
- Tools and decorating materials
- Race track set-up
- Podium awards ceremony
Not included
- Venue hire
- Meals and refreshments
- Audio-visual equipment
- Transfers to and from the venue
- Bespoke printed materials
Frequently asked questions
How big can the group be?
From 10 to 500 guests, organised into smaller teams.
How long is the programme?
The programme typically lasts about 2.5 hours.
Are mechanical skills required?
No. The car is built from a kit with clear plans, so it is all about teamwork.
Indoors or outdoors?
Either. It can be staged indoors, outdoors or across both, depending on your venue.
How does the race work?
One driver sits at the wheel while teammates push, with pit stops that can decide the result.
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