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OUTDOOR BASED TRAINING Team Building, Training and Development We have 14 years experience delivering Team based programmes for companies such as Ford Motor Company Ltd., Corus Group PLC, Mars UK, and many others. We have developed an approach which provides significant benefits to both the individuals attending and the companies for which they work. Leadership Development Outdoor development training is especially suited to training and developing Leaders and Supervisors, providing them with the unique opportunity to try out new methods and practice their skills in a ‘safe’ environment. All courses are based on sound and modern principles of Leadership and delivered to give participants the most profitable learning experiences. Personal Development An opportunity for individuals to find out more about themselves and what their potential is. We use the outdoors to provide an opportunity to encounter challenging situations and learn from the reactions that individuals have to the situation and to other people. These courses are carefully designed with the objectives of individuals, sponsors and companies in mind and are described by participants as challenging, immensely enjoyable and stimulating. Apprentice Development This is one of our specialist areas in the field of outdoor based development. We have delivered personal development programmes for Apprentices for the last 14 years and have endeavoured to provide the very best in learning and development experiences that are challenging and fun at the same time. We cover a wide range of skills from personal development aspects to team skills and also Leadership skills. Courses are tailor-made to meet the client needs and to suit the Stage of Apprenticeship that the participants are at. Graduate Development We have for many years provided a development opportunity for the newer Graduate Hires in many companies and organisations. It is a way of ‘fast-tracking’ the development of individuals, their potential and the ability of participants to interact effectively with others. WHY TEAM PROGRAMMES? Many modern organisations have recognised that the key to being successful relies heavily on the ability of their people to work well together. Teams however need some level of training if they are to reach their potential. Our speciality is taking a group and helping them to become an Effective, Performing Team. WHY OUTDOOR DEVELOPMENT? Often called experiential learning, Outdoor Development is unique in its ability to train and develop as well as provide excitement and enjoyment during the learning process. The major benefits are that accelerated learning can be achieved whilst having fun. The idea of using the Outdoors to train and develop people has been around for many years. It can be used in a number of ways, usually putting people into situations whereby they become immediately accountable for their decisions and actions. As these decisions can affect other members of a team, lessons are learned very quickly. Exercises put groups into situations where they must work together effectively as a Team to be successful. Activities, likewise, can require efficient team approaches but also provide very real challenges for individuals. The Outdoors is a powerful learning medium. It places individuals in an unfamiliar and stimulating environment where they must identify and solve real practical problems. WHAT DO OUR COURSES LOOK LIKE ? All the courses we run are tailor made for our Customers. All programmes are structured to allow the course to build throughout its duration allowing participants to develop and learn as they progress. The use of briefing and review sessions is an integral part of any programme and is seen as fundamental to both the learning process and the successful transfer of new knowledge back to the workplace. All reviews are aimed at exploring inter-relational, teamwork and development issues, as process is the key, not the task. The tasks are used as vehicles for learning, and that learning is achieved by the application and subsequent review of individuals' and groups' own actions. PROGRAMME DESIGN We use a 5 step method of programme design and development : 1 Information Gathering and Programme Design This is where we find out as much as possible about you the customer and your requirements The course will have no relevance if there is no link to the workplace and any skills learned are not transferable. 2 Orientation of Delegates - Pre Brief It is very important that delegates are correctly briefed prior to attending a programme. We cover everything from what they need to bring with them, to discussing programme objectives and are happy to answer their questions and discuss any concerns that they might have. 3 Training This is the programme itself and will vary from one company or organisation to another. It can include Outdoor Activities, Outdoor Problem Solving Exercises, Indoor Problem Solving Exercises, Complex Exercises, Action Planning, Briefing and Reviews etc. 4 Follow Up We recommend that there is a follow up after the programme. This can take place at the original venue, at your premises, or in a neutral environment such as a hotel. The effective sustainability of learning and development is one of our major concerns and we will work with you to provide an in-house scheme of support and coaching for returning participants. 5 Evaluate Here, information taken from the follow up and any Post Course Evaluations is used to make any necessary changes for future programmes, hence ensuring that a policy of continuing improvement is adhered to. For Outdoor Activities, visit our other Website at www.adventurewales.com