Let's get outdoors
Take a look at what Rockley has to offer across all our centres.
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- Water Based
- Land Based
- Snow based
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Dinghy Sailing
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Your pupils will sail either on their own or with friends, whilst our instructors coach from one of our safety boats.
SKILLS:
- To be able to sail a dinghy with guidance
- To apply the basic skills required
- To recognise scenarios & act pre-emptively
Catamaran Sailing
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Sailed by up to 4 people, these boats are fast, super exciting yet stable - giving students a real chance to experience the thrill of sailing!
SKILLS:
- To participate as part of a team & actively coach each other when roles are swapped
- To listen to and respond appropriately to others and provide feedback in relation to progression
Windsurfing
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Get to grips with the basics of this enthralling sport!
SKILLS:
- With fun, games and encouragement, our enthusiastic instructors will take you quickly through the basics of this addictive sport
- To be able to stand and balance on a board
- To raise the sail and control the sail and board correctly
- To be aware of position in relation to others and what measures to take in order to avoid contact
Kayaking
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Carry 2-3 people. Explore the water and develop key skills through games.
SKILLS:
- Explore the secret creeks and channels and land on secluded beaches only accessible to paddlers or develop skills with a game of kayak polo
- To demonstrate the basic skills required for kayaking including a variety of paddle strokes
- To work as a team to manoeuvre the boats and understand how different roles exist and their importance
Mountain Biking
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Explore the peace and beauty of the local area as you rally down the trails, through streams and over bumps. France only.
SKILLS:
- To acknowledge and understand the basic concepts of bike anatomy and functions
- To understand and incorporate skills to ensure that riding performance is conducted in a safe and consistent manner
Climbing Wall
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Navigate up the purpose-built wall while your team learn the skills of belaying.
SKILLS:
- Trust in teammates
- Communication
- Climbing techniques
- Confidence
Dry Tooling
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How far can you climb using ice pick tools to help you climb all the way to the top?
SKILLS:
- Problem solving
- Climbing technique
- Strength
- Perserverance
Bell Boats
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With everyone in one long boat, power yourselves around the lake.
SKILLS:
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Communication
- To listen & respond appropriately to others
High Ropes
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Work your way through various obstacles strung high amongst the trees and gain a real sense of achievement. France only.
SKILLS:
- To understand the fundamental rules and safe practice whilst participating
- To work together to achieve goals set and to evaluate personal success
Raft Building
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Each team is challenged to build a raft to carry them across the lake.
SKILLS:
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Logistical skills
- Creativity
Skiing
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Develop your skiing skills on the expansive pistes at Val Cenis and La Plagne 1800. A beginners dream!
SKILLS:
- Learn new skills
- Develop full body movements
- Learn to navigate the slopes
Snowboarding
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Develop your snowboarding skills as you explore the wonderful slopes of Val Cenis and La Plagne 1800.
SKILLS:
- Balance
- Flexibility
- Strength
- Stance
- Coordination
Tobogganing
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Enjoy the delights of tobogganing - it's fun, exciting and really get the heart pumping!
SKILLS:
- Cardiovascular
- Bones and joints.
- Brain
- Steering and braking skills
- Coordination
Water Park
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Enjoy the rides, fun and excitement of a day at the waterpark!
SKILLS:
- Understand the fundamental rules and safe practice whilst participating
- Have fun!
Stand up Paddleboarding
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Explore the waters on a paddleboard and test your balance by standing up.
SKILLS:
- Balance
- Navigation
- Demonstrate correct use of the paddleboard
Abseiling
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Navigate your way to the bottom of the tower by controlling your own descent.
SKILLS:
- Demonstrate control
- Develop trust in the rope
- Navigate your way to the bottom with control
Archery
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Learn and develop techniques required to hit the targets, just like Robin Hood!
SKILLS:
- Hand-eye coordination
- Precision and control
- Stay calm under pressure
- Patience and perseverence
Crate Stacking
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Requires balance and confidence as the crates go higher and are less stable.
SKILLS:
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Balance / composure
- Self-belief
Jacob's Ladder
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Work together as a team to climb the poles as they get further apart.
SKILLS:
- Teamwork
- Communicatiom
- Agility - the bars get further apart the higher you climb!
Leap of Faith
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Climb the wobbly pole and jump to reach the trapeze bar suspended 10 metres in the air!
SKILLS:
- Test your co-ordination
- Overcome fear of heights
- Builds confidence and self-esteem
Tomahawk Throwing
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Participants get to throw a specially made Throwing Tomahawks in a safe setting.
SKILLS:
- Precision / accuracy
- Judgement & distance calculations
- Ability to maintain composure
Fire Lighting
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Learn different techniques to build and light a fire using natural materials.
SKILLS:
- Ability to follow instructions
- Perseverence
- Patience
- Understanding nature
Camp Fire
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Get comfortable whilst eating marshmallows round your campfire as you hear stories from what you have all achieved in the day.
SKILLS:
- Communication
- Building memories
- Relax and have fun
MEGA SUP
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Skills
In groups, control a large paddleboard and try your best not to fall in!
SKILLS:
- Balance
- Class bonding
- Communication
- Teamwork
Canoeing
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Develop the confidence, strength and skills to explore the lake or open waters of Poole Harbour. A great physical activity to get the heart rate up
SKILLS:
- Precision moving
- Variety of paddle strokes
- Teamwork to manoeuvre the boats and understand the different roles
Zipwire
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Travel at high speed while suspended and harnassed from an overhead cable.
SKILLS:
- Confidence / self belief
- Courage to try something new / face YOUR fears
- Resilience
Nightline
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Wearing night goggles. rely on your other senses to navigate a challenge course as a team.
SKILLS:
- Teamwork
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Develop trust with team mates
- Ability to work methodically
- Develop communication between your group
Task Master
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You have 90 minutes to complete as many tasks around the site as possible!
SKILLS:
- Ability to problem-solve
- Ability to work methodically
- Demonstrate patience and empathy with team members
Challenge
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Skills
- To demonstrate your ability to problem solve
- Ability to work methodically
- To demonstrate patience and empathy with team members
Team Building
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Challenging and fun problem-solving exercises to get the group working as a team.
SKILLS:
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Logistical skills
- Ability to work methodically