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Home > Specialisms > Outdoor Learning > Adventures further afield

Adventures further afield

Personal Development Course

A five day residential programme for all Year 7 students, providing the start to their outdoor learning journey at the Academy. This programme links into learn to learn and the critical skills. It is the foundation block for all other outdoor provision at the Academy.

Inspirational Adventure

A three day expedition based programme billed as the adventure of a lifetime. The course is challenging yet rewarding. Previous students have stated that it was the most challenging three days of their life!

Leadership Programme

A five day residential programme for Year 12 students, focused around leadership and team working skills.

Skiing & Snowboarding

A nine day visit into the Alps with six full days skiing or snowboarding.  Daily lessons provided by Ski Instructors. A full evening entertainment package, including bowling, swimming an ice skating is organised. Full support is given in arranging hire clothing and other equipment.

Water Sports

A nine day visit to the South of France to take part in a range of water sports activities. No previous experience required. An action packed visit with qualified instructors in warm waters!

Scuba Diving

Linked to the PADI diving schemes our dive trips in the UK and aboard are unique. Staffed by PADI approved dive centre instructors and our own qualified instructors these course are extremely popular international adventures.

Rock Climbing

The Academy Climbing Club organises  visits to the North York Moors, the Lake District and the Peak District each year. Courses are run by the Academy’s team of qualified and experienced climbing instructors.