The Journey
The Journey
The Journey is a “life metaphor” programme. It is a facilitated expedition involving tramping, kayaking and cycling. Like life it should have a significant start. The Journey route has a challenging middle requiring effort, planning and teamwork to succeed. A significant end to their experience, reinforces each individuals worth and their accomplishment.
The Aim
The Aim of The Journey is to be a “catalyst” for positive changes in the participants lifestyle. The supportive environment of the team and the challenges presented are designed to increase motivation, confidence and each individuals awareness of their potential to shape their own future.
The expedition route provides a physical environment that creates many emotional and mental challenges. Working and living as a team, coping with fatigue and positively contributing to the groups welfare, are some of the challenges experienced.
The Target Group
The target group for the Journey is young people 13 to 18 years of age. Teenagers face many challenges as they move through adolescence to adulthood. They include;
- Forming a positive self image
- Dealing with peer group influences
- Forming values
- Accepting adult responsibilities
- Making decisions that will affect their future
Adventure Specialties Trust offers The Journey programme to secondary schools and youth agencies for groups of 10 young people. For more information please contact us
