Below we have categorised the questions people have about Outward Bound. We regularly get new questions, so if you don't find the answer you need, give us a call (0800 OUTWARD) or email us.

Thinking of attending an Outward Bound course

• So what's an Outward Bound course really like?
• What are your instructors like?
• What if the course I want to enrol on is showing waitlist or full?
• What is the age restriction?
• What activities will I do?
• Can I go with friends?

Booked on an Outward Bound course

• How fit do I have to be?
• Can I phone home or take calls during the course?
• What clothes do I need?
• How do I get there?
• Can I smoke?
• Can I arrive late or leave early?
• When do I have to pay by?

After you have attended an Outward Bound course

• After Your Course
• How can I support Outward Bound?
• How can I volunteer for Outward Bound?
• How do I stay fit?
• How can I meet my goals?
• What other challenges can I try?
• How can I get in touch with my instructors?

General questions about Outward Bound

• How is Outward Bound funded?
• How can I support Outward Bound?
• Outward Bound and the environment
• Is Outward Bound in other places?
• Has anyone famous done Outward Bound?
• How do I become an instructor?
• How can I get Outward Bound merchandise?
• What does 'Outward Bound' mean?