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OUTWARD BOUND PROFILEWorld LeaderOutward Bound is one of the worlds leading international non-profitexperiential education organisations. Outward Bound programs aredesigned to positively affect change in the lives of young peoplethrough outdoor activities. The participants face challenges thatteach them to draw on their inner resources. The objective is todevelop leadership, communication, integration and both team andpersonal development skills. Primary focus is on sustainability – throughreflection and mediation the individual will be able to share theseexperiences and positively impact the lives of those around them.Youth empowerment and leadership programs in turn give youth atrisk the opportunity to change paradigms in their communities bymaking the right choices.Mission Statement”To empower young South Africans with the character, will, values andself-belief to live their lives to the full and to consistently make the rightchoices.”Outward Bound South Africa does this through adventure-basedlearning interventions, providing safe, transformational learningexperiences that open the eyes, mind and souls of our participants. Inso doing Outward Bound South Africa aims to set thousands of youngpeople free from lives of poverty, mediocrity and destruction, and tocontribute to the prosperity, pride and success of our country.We use outdoor and adventure activities as a profound metaphorthrough which to promote individual growth and communitytransformation.Outward Bound History Outward Bound started as a sea educationschool in Britain 1941. Kurt Hahn, the founder, felt that young peoplewere not prepared for the hardships of life. He saw their lack ofenthusiasm, lack of care and skill, lack of adventurous spirit and lackof motivation. He knew that qualities like perseverance, compassion,initiative, fitness and life experience were lacking He started a schoolfor young people where they where they could experience adventureand hardships, learn to overcome challenges, and developcompassion through service to others.Outward Bound International We are part of a global network today,of more than 50 Outward Bound schools found in 35 different countrieswith access to cutting edge research and methodologies. Fordetailed information, OB International Web Site athttp://www.outward-bound.org. 60 years of experience internationallyAll profit goes to youth developmentOutward Bound South Africa Founded in the aftermath of Apartheid,as a result of the visionary efforts of Charles P Stetson, an Americanphilanthropist from Connecticut, OBSA started in 1992. Today, OBSAscentral focuses is to impact the lives of young people in South Africawho have been marginalised and disadvantaged by the politicalhistory and injustices of the past. It helps people develop life skills,compassion and a determined, positive attitude toward life and itsmany challenges.

THE ACTIVITIESSafety is the backbone of our operation and is ingrained in the cultureat Outward Bound. World class safety standards with regularinternational audits On an Outward Bound course participants mayfind themselves hiking, camping, kayaking, rock climbing, abseiling,canoeing, sailing and doing various other group activities. Time isallowed for discussion and reflection, monitoring and evaluation sothat students can process their experiences and internalise theirlearning. Lessons learnt on Outward Bound South Africa can betransferred to their situations at home, in their schools, communities orworkplaceCombining challenging activities with skilled facilitation we maximisethe learning experience. We create learning opportunities and helpparticipants to seize them. Our programs are challenging, but neveroverwhelming; they stretch but never break; they are memorable andlife changing.Each program is designed to meet the specific needs of the group.Youth ActivitiesLow & high ropesRafting Kayaking or canoeingSailingSolo wilderness experienceExpedition hikingCampingRock climbing or abseilingLow and high ropesNavigation and orienteeringMental & physical challengesGroup dynamics & Team Challenge

PROGRAM OVERVIEWOutward Bound offers holistic sustainable programmes, which focus onempowering youth at risk with constructive alternatives. It aims totransform communities through the influence of transformedindividuals. It helps people develop life skills, compassion, and adetermined, positive attitude.Marginalised youth find themselves trapped in perpetuating cycle ofunacceptable behaviour that negatively impact society. Throughintervention and reflection Outward Bound provides the tools to breakthe cycles and heal the root cause of crime.Leadership CoursesThese courses focus on the experiencing of different leadership stylesand situations, developing confidence and trust, time management,decision-making and teamwork.Personal Development CoursesIt encompasses such skills as learning how to learn, confidence,developing strengths, understanding others, self-awareness, selfmanagement and interpersonal relations.Youth and Schools ProgrammeOur Outcomes Based outdoor training education programmes aredesigned to meet the contemporary needs of young people and therequirements of the curriculum. A specialist education advisor isavailable to design programmes that meet schools’ differingrequirements,Adult Challenge ProgrammesA variety of Adult Challenge programmes focus on self-developmentand relationship development. They provide an opportunity toparticipate in exciting and challenging outdoor activities aimed atdiscovering your true potential, facing your fears and defying yourlimits!Corporate ProgrammesYour people are your competitive edge. Your success depends ontheir performance. At Outward Bound we specialise in superiorperformance. Sixty years of experience in developing people hasgiven us the knowledge and skills to bring out the best in your staff.The learning on our programmes is real and profound and the transferback to the workplace is measurable in its impact.OUTCOMESOutward Bound programmes have been used successfully in theareas of personal, professional, team and community development.Many participants arrive as ordinary people and leave as decisionmakers, problem solvers and leaders Personal performance Interpersonal skills Leadership Managing Change & Diversity Communication &Negotiation Skills Stress Management Team effectiveness Problem solving Motivation Tenacity & Perseverance Initiative Assertiveness Self Concept Discipline & Self Control Integrity, Character & Values

CHALLENGE BY CHOICE CAMPAIGNThe campaign was launched on Youth Day the 16th of June to draw attention to and to address the issues facing young people today.We are committed to effecting positive change and facilitating interventions that will reduce crime, curb xenophobia and engenderrespect for self, community and environment.Father’s and Son ProgramTackle the disintegration of family structure and of lack of role modelsand mentors by improving communication, building trust throughoutdoor activities. Participants can rebuild relationships based onintegrity, honesty and bond through mutual experiences.Schools and University ChallengeCreate an environment of healthy competition where teams willtackle various activities designed to promote cohesion, strategicplanning and implementation. Primarily focused on integration andreinforcing developmental skills. Qualified instructors will evaluateparticipants on their performancePride of Africa-Nation Building ProgramA community service based program that endeavours to redefinefalse perceptions and prejudice through developing mutual trust andrespect. Participants will be drawn from different socio-economicbackgrounds and encouraged to integrate, managing diversity andhandling change.Environmental Education ProgramEncourage community leadership for conservation action bydemonstrating the benefits of building bridges between people andnature. Environmental education raises awareness and develops localeconomic initiatives.Lion Heart -Corporate Mentorship InitiativeBreaking with traditional training techniques, we pair team-buildinginitiatives with community and social responsibility. Employees partnerwith youth at risk while participating in our adventure initiatives. Theyouth have the opportunity of interacting with mentors and rolemodels whilst observing the accomplishment of anticipatedoutcomes. We aim to develop continuity with youth at risk throughevaluation and intervention. The learning process is real and profoundand the transfer back to the workplace is measurable and lasting in itsimpact.“ A new kind of school where the world of thought and action are nolonger divided”Kurt Hahn

OUTWARD BOUND STAFFIn order to enhance the quality of our school and our courses, and tounderscore the importance of personal responsibility and selfdiscipline, Outward Bound South Africa’s Code of Conduct: Alltrustees, staff and students shall act deliberately with all schoolpolicies, commit to honest and best efforts, respect and care for thenatural environment and respect the rights and diversity of others.Our programmes are delivered by a unique, diverse and motivatedteam of highly trained professionals that we have put together fromall over South Africa - They are the product of an intense and lengthytraining programme, and make use of the natural challenges ofnearby mountains, lakes and rivers, to guide participants throughpowerful learning activities.GEOGRAPHICAL AREAS OF OPERATIONOne of our greatest strengths is mobility. We are able to facilitateprogrammes almost anywhere. Our highly trained team is able toassess an area and set up an Outward Bound expedition within weeks.Our current operational areas are:Willow Point (Sedgefield) – Western CapeSurrounded by massive lakes, petrified sand dunes, endless beaches,and the magnificent Outeniqua mountain range,Lapalala - LimpopoThe Waterberg Lapalala Wilderness endless vistas of mountains andbushveld, is one of the last remaining true wilderness areas in SouthAfrica. -At night the only light to be seen is starlight. A gorge crossing isusually included in a courseGrabouw – Western CapeSituated in the Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve, The picturesquemountains and rivers create the perfect setting for adventureeducation and team challenges. The variety of fauna and flora addsmore beauty to this perfect wilderness setting.Harrismith - Free StateExperience the majesty and serenity of Sterkfontein Dam NatureReserve explore the Sandstone and foothills of the DrakensbergVenterskroon–North WestVredefort Dome World Heritage Site, the world’s oldest and largestmeteorite impact crater. Rafting on the mighty Vaalriver,