ONE-WEEK COURSE
This one-week course is a physically moderate version, suitable for people aged 60+ years who have a physical condition, slight joint pains or have had surgical procedures that require lower impact physical participation.
Just like any other Outward Bound course, you will experience activities like sailing, rock climbing, kayaking, high ropes and camping. Activities like carrying a heavy tramping pack, sleeping on the ground, sleeping on top bunks of bunk beds and running will be adapted to individual abilities.
PROGRAMME
Just like any other Outward Bound course, you will experience activities like sailing, rock climbing, kayaking, high ropes and camping. Activities like carrying a heavy tramping pack, sleeping on the ground, sleeping on top bunks of bunk beds and running will be adapted to individual abilities. Nonetheless, the course is balanced for those looking for physical challenges as an individual and as part of team and seeking a reflective experience. Like all our courses, the one-week course for 60+ will challenge any self-imposed limitations of your capabilities through shared adventure involving outdoor and personal reflection challenges. Over the eight-day programme, you'll take on bush, water and height activities, utilising the bush, mountains and waterways of the Marlborough Sounds.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
This course is designed for individuals who are 60+ and wish to push themselves out of their comfort zone and challenge themselves. Participants are not required to run, but the opportunity is available for those who choose to. This course has a lower physical impact than some offered, while still challenging the participants and providing them with a refreshed mindset and outlook upon their return home.
You are best suited to this course if:
You are motivated to push yourself physically and lean into all challenges
You want to contribute to a team, and be supportive of others
You can participate in a full day of varied activities, without physical support
You want to participate fully in an Outward Bound course but are unable to meet the usual minimum fitness requirements due to a physical impairment
OUTCOMES
Revitalise and re-energise in the great outdoors
Reconnect with and grow your physical capabilities
Take time away from the pressures of work, family and technology to de-stress and refresh
Shared adventure with new friends
Gain empowerment through success in challenging your self-imposed limitations and pushing yourself beyond what you thought possible
Reflect on your values and identify how you can be authentic to them in your everyday life.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Comfortable walking at least 5km, over rough, uneven terrain
Can comfortably climb a minimum of 5 flights of stairs
Can sit without back support, for example in a waka
Able to sit on the ground, and get yourself up to standing unassisted
Comfortable in water and getting your head underwater (wearing a life jacket if necessary)
Can climb at least 6 rungs up a vertical ladder, for example, to climb from water up onto a jetty
Able to sleep on a thin mattress on the ground (when camping)
Please note: Outward Bound courses are designed to stretch your existing self-confidence. We aim to facilitate growth within a supportive team environment where you’ll support each other to thrive. We do not provide therapy or counselling.
BOOKINGS & FEES
Begin the enrolment process below. Once you have filled in your screening questions and personal details, our team will be in touch with the next steps.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
When you come to Outward Bound, there are items that you will need to bring with you and items that we will supply. As for the things that you need to bring - we encourage you to borrow as many items as you can or buy secondhand!
Check out our course gear list for a full run down and some hot tips on what to bring and what not to.