Team Builders Durham – Fall 2026

DEVELOPING SOCIAL & PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS THROUGH CREATIVE TEAM BUILDING ACTIVITIES 

for children 8 – 11 years old

This is a project-based program with a focus on team-building, cooperation, and shared problem solving. This program will support older children in building the skills necessary to participate in the following: group activities, teams, sports and dance, extracurriculars, and community classes. Participants will have the opportunity to work on skills related to executive functioning, self-regulation, social interaction, planning, and self-concept. Example projects may include: making a garden, cooking, creating a board game, etc. Working towards a shared interest and goal helps motivate children to form strong friendships as well as learn to navigate peer negotiation.

Goals: 

• Peer perspective taking
• Problem solving within a group context
• Executive functioning skills related to planning, praxis, sequencing and organization
• Tolerating challenges during project-based activities
• Cooperative play, teamwork and peer negotiation

Location: Durham

When: Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Dates: September 22nd – December 11th (No clubs will meet the week of Thanksgiving)

Total Cost: $990

This club is not billed through insurance.

Registration Information

Registration for this club is open! Click here to sign up.

Children are expected to attend every session (barring illness), as the sessions build on each other and group dynamics are an important component. You will not be reimbursed for missed sessions. If you have any questions about the new Emerge Clubs changes or payment options, please refer to our FAQ!

If your child is not attending therapy sessions at Emerge, we will be in touch with you to set up a brief free screening to determine if this program is a good match for your child.