Testimonials
Taking Learning Outdoors, Italy

What can I say?

Spending one week in Italy together with 20 other teachers from all over Europe - in our Italian outdoor classroom, was for me "food for the soul" as we say in Norway. Every task given to us made me reflect on so many different levels: me as a teacher, me as a member of a group, me as a friend, me being patient - and inpatient, me in the stunning nature, me not understanding the task given to us, me feeling so happy when I master the different tasks - and even more happy when my friends from Europe  master new things, cooperating, laughing, crying (happy tears)...

This week reminded me of a few important things:

Why I am a teacher! - seeing and experiencing other peoples happiness about learning, master and development is such a joy!

Spending time out of the traditional classroom is the right thing to do! To master makes children grow in a good direction. Outdoor learning gives children the opportunity to developed and grow the whole person - not only the parts that we can "test"!

Ally and Irene:

Thank you ever so much for being just as you are! Both with a good sense of humor - wihich I love, but most of all: Thank you for sharing your tasks, experiences and knowledge about learning, reflecting, people, nature and Italy! The way you act in the group are exemplary and something to strive for -  for every teacher!

Katrin, Norway

What We Offer

Journeys

Three or five day walking journeys, with group size between 6 and 12 people.

The three day journeys begin on Friday evening with dinner and end on Monday evening with dinner; the five day journeys begin on Saturday evening with dinner, and end on Thursday evening with dinner. (Participants can stay until the following morning for a small additional charge.)

Journey themes

Themes and topics explored will include;

  • communication
  • self-awareness
  • personal and interpersonal relationships
  • personal reflection
  • group dynamics
  • self-esteem motivation

By exploring and reflecting on the above, the journeys enable participants to find a balance to deal with the competing demands and stresses of the hectic modern world. Our aim is that each day will encompass a physical, mental and emotional journey, leaving you feeling revitalised and reenergised!

A Typical Day

After breakfast, participants are fully briefed on the day’s walking route before setting off. Then, as the journey progresses, there is time to undertake activities and to enjoy the views, wildlife, flora, fauna and geography of the area. We take a picnic lunch for a leisurely outdoor stop. We are back at our accommodation with time to relax and reflect before dinner; after dinner, activities vary – perhaps the group will want free time to relax, to develop some of the day’s activities, or to go out and about to enjoy some of the local opportunities on offer.

Fitness

A general level of fitness is required – we cover approx 10 miles/day on recognised track and paths. Please send an enquiry if you have any questions or concerns.

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