Span the Gap Build
Build your section, connect it perfectly and drive across together.
About
Span the Gap Build challenges every team to construct one section of a bridge to exact customer specifications, while dealing with limited resources, communication barriers and strict deadlines.
Each team designs, decorates and brands its own section, and awards are given for the most creative engineering design, the best branding and the most efficient use of resources.
The final stage brings every section together, as each team’s work is installed as part of one huge company bridge. Teams must make sure their section meets the agreed standards so that it connects perfectly with its neighbours.
The exciting grand finale sees a remote-controlled vehicle driven across the full length of the bridge, the moment of truth that shows whether every team has delivered on its promises. It is a natural fit for organisations working to connect departments, offices or newly merged teams.
Learning outcomes
Span the Gap Build makes interdependence visible. Each section is only useful if it meets the standards agreed with neighbouring teams.
Limited resources and communication barriers push teams to plan carefully, ask the right questions and share information early.
Branding and decorating each section adds creativity and gives teams a chance to express their identity within a shared structure.
The vehicle crossing the finished bridge is a powerful symbol of collaboration. Participants leave with a clear understanding of how good communication and shared standards help an organisation work as one. The image of the completed bridge is also a strong visual story for internal communications after the event.
Facilitators help teams agree their measurements early and keep the atmosphere positive when problems appear. The awards for design, branding and efficiency mean several teams can celebrate, while the crossing itself is a success the whole group shares.
Program flow
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Briefing
Teams receive the customer specifications, their limited resources and the rules on communication.
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Design
Teams plan their bridge section and agree the key measurements with neighbouring teams.
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Build and brand
Teams construct, decorate and brand their section to the agreed standards.
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Connect the bridge
All sections are installed together to form one huge company bridge.
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The crossing
A remote-controlled vehicle drives across the whole bridge, and awards are presented.
What is included
Included
- Professional facilitators on the day
- Bridge building materials and tools
- Customer specifications
- Remote-controlled vehicle for the finale
- Awards for design, branding and efficiency
Not included
- Venue hire
- Catering and refreshments
- Audiovisual equipment
- Coach transfers
- Branded materials
Frequently asked questions
How many participants can take part?
From 10 to 500, split into smaller teams.
How long does it last?
Around 2 hours, including the briefing and wrap-up.
Do we need engineering knowledge?
No. Clear specifications and guidance are provided, and creativity matters as much as technique.
Can it run indoors or outdoors?
Either. We can run it indoors, outdoors or a mix of both, depending on the venue and the season.
What happens if a section does not fit?
Teams work together to fix it, which is often one of the most valuable moments of the day.
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