Programs

What is experiential education?

Experiential Education is a unique integration of traditional classroom training with a hands-on based component which promotes learning.

This process has proven consistently to provide a learning experience that is sustained and applied far longer than traditional approaches.

The ropes course experience

A “ropes course”.  Sounds like fun, but what exactly is it?  Life –transforming! Challenging! An opportunity for growth! And yes, fun!

First, a few basic facts about a ropes course.

• It is a unique tool for assisting groups and individuals in achieving a wide variety of goals.

• It is designed to challenge both groups and individuals.

• It is a series of obstacles built with logs, ropes, cable and trees.

• It includes low challenges (activities on or near the ground), and high challenges (activities requiring the use of safety equipment).

The challenges provide the opportunity for your group to:

• Learn through adventure

• Solve fun & fantastic problems

• Take healthy risks and challenges  

• Discover and articulate the dynamics of group process

• Build trust and support

At Higher Heights we encourage all groups to:

• Combine the talents and gifts of all its members

• Support each other in achieving both personal and group goals

• Step out of their comfort zones

Programme structures

Each programme is planned to meet the needs of each specific group.  Most programmes will follow a similar pattern in the types of activities used.  Each group begins on the ground, getting to know each other with a number of ice breakers.  Next we move on to group initiatives & low elements, and then if scheduled, high elements. 

Why low elements first? Group initiatives, or problem-solving activities, help your group to:

• Begin the teaming process 

• Develop effective communication skills

• Establish a trusting environment

• Support each other

• Establish a plan before action

• Give feedback, and make decisions as a group

What do high elements have to offer? As an individual, you’re given the opportunity to:

• Discover your courage

• Discover your true limits by challenging your perceived limits

• Experience the excitement of an “adrenaline rush”

• Step out of your comfort zone and face your challenges head on

Are you ready for the experience? Here is a sampling of our programs:

• Wilderness Challenge Pursuit

• The Eastern Challenge

• The Fitness Challenge

• Bathsheba Derby & Cook -off

• Beach Olympics &Boat Building Regatta

 

Recreational Activities

Higher Heights also provides a number of recreational activities which include :

• Hiking

• Low and high ropes challenge courses

• Obstacle courses

• Orienteering

• Camping

•  Nature trails 

Who can benefit from the ropes course experience?

• Corporate Groups

• Therapeutic populations

• Sports teams

• Recreational groups and associations

• Educational Institutions

• Individuals

• Incentive groups