ActivAdventures runs all aspects of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award programme and tailor-made adventure experiences for schools and youth groups. Highly experienced instructors and a variety of outdoor adventurous activities combine to offer exhilarating adventure experiences.
Duke of Edinburgh
Duke of Edinburgh
What is it?
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is the world’s leading achievement award for young people. Its aim is to create a world where young people can reach their full potential whatever their circumstances. Its ethos is to enable every young person of every background to succeed in completing their DofE, regardless of any barriers.
What does it involve?
Undertaking a DofE award involves a young person undertaking a balanced programme of activities that develops the whole person – mind, body and soul – in an environment of social interaction and teamworking. Young people progress through three levels of DofE programmes to achieve a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award.
Why do it and what are the benefits?
Taking part builds confidence and develops self-esteem. It requires persistence, commitment and has a lasting impact on the attitudes and outlook of all young people who do their DofE.
What equipment do we need?
The wide variety of activities available on the DofE scheme means the equipment needed will vary from event to event - participants/leaders should check what is needed before each new venture.
Who is it suitable for?
Participants are aged between 14 and 24.
Costs?
There are various DofE awards available which all have different costs for the students to sign up for - they currently stand at £16 for Bronze and Silver and £23 for Gold. Different centres may have extra administration charges, but these should always be advertised.
Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)
The DofE scheme aims to cater to all people regardless of disability or medical conditions, but its best to consult with the centres directly if you have any concerns about a student. Also, bear in mind the age limit when talking to groups of students about taking part as you don't want younger children to be interested to then only be denied entry.
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The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is delivered under special license by over 400 partners (Licensed Organisations). Our partners support nearly 11,000 DofE centres including youth clubs, voluntary organisations, schools, colleges, Young Offenders Institutions and businesses to run DofE programmes and accredit their young people.
Venues with this Activity
We are a small independent provider based in the Lake district in Cumbria who specialize in providing: Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions, John Muir Awards (conservation), and accreditation with National Governing body awards (BCU, MLTB, RYA, Archery GB).
Carey Outdoor Education Centre provides a fantastic venue for learning and living in the outdoors throughout the year. Educational groups, organisations and groups of friends are all welcome.
Set sail from Cardiff Bay on the 72-foot round-the-world yacht. Take the helm, hoist the sails and be part of the crew! It’s ideal for school groups, individuals, team development, corporate activity and parties.
With no sailing experience necessary join us for a day sail, longer voyages to Lundy Island or an accredited sailing course.
Schools
Outlook Expeditions is committed to safe, secure and responsible tailor-made expeditions. Every expedition is exciting, inspiring and packed full of adventure. Our expeditions develop young people’s life skills by putting them in the driving seat under the guidance of the finest Expedition Leaders.
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Run by a specialist team from Essex Outdoors, Essex Schools Expeditions is a dedicated service for Schools and Youth Groups providing adventurous, challenging fun and safe trips abroad for young people.
At Essex Outdoors we believe passionately in the power of outdoor education.
Taking the classroom outdoors can broaden horizons, promote positive values, and develop confidence and self-esteem. Outdoor learning can also raise social and environmental awareness.
A to Z Expeditions specialise in delivering Duke of Edinburgh's Award training and expeditions. We offer tailor-made programmes of DofE training and expeditions for schools and groups and we run open DofE expeditions for individuals and small groups.
Independent DofE Centres in Surrey is a Voluntary Organisation that oversees the running of six independent DofE Centres throughout Surrey.
Adventure Expeditions has established itself as a leading provider of quality outdoor education programmes with benefits that have lasting impact, both in the classroom and into the workplace.
BXM are a UK based outdoor challenge company running exciting expeditions to wilderness environments. Our experienced mountain leaders from teaching, motivational coaching and military backgrounds will take you beyond possibility and help you achieve the extraordinary.
Sea kayaking offers an experience unlike any other mode of travel. More spectacular scenery than you will see on any canoe trip. Amazing views that you can’t get from the top of even the highest mountains. Lazy days on flat water for the less adventurous but massive seas, big surf and fast tidal races for the adrenaline junkie.
High Tracks Adventure Learning delivers outdoor expedition training for groups based around Surrey (UK). Our focus is on delivering high quality schools' Duke of Edinburgh's Awards expeditions at Bronze, Silver and Gold levels.
The development of young people is a subject about which we are passionate. We believe that all individuals should be given the opportunities and guidance to grow and develop to their full potential.
Mike Lloyd-Wood - Centre Manager and Principal Guide of M. W. Guiding Services, Mike has over 35 years experience of mountaineering in the British Isles, French and Swiss Alps and high altitude trekking in the Himalayas. He has extensive knowledge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, which has built up over a long period working as a Warden in the area.
All activities take place in real adventure situations and are designed to be challenging but achievable. Activities range from Sea Level Traversing to onsite events such as orienteering. All activities are targeted for age and ability as well as prevailing weather conditions to ensure a safe yet enjoyable day.
Martin’s motivation has always come from enabling others to develop skills and understanding of themselves and others. He seeks to combine his teaching experience and outdoor expertise to provide an environment that will empower others to explore and enjoy the outdoors for themselves.
The Youth Service offers a variety of services for young people in Sefton.
Wayahead Training was formed in the belief that the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award should be accessible to as many individuals as possible. This includes those who wish to participate in a bronze, silver or gold programme, teachers and other adults who want to set up or support a DofE group or become volunteer assessors and supervisors.
Way2go Adventures is licensed by AALA for water sports and is also an Approved Activity Provider (AAP) for Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards (DofE) expeditions in canoe/kayak. We are also able to offer weekly sessions for those who wish to do canoe/kayak for their physical section for DofE.
Peak Mountain Adventures is a provider of Outdoor Activities based in the heart of the Peak District. We Specialize in bespoke training packages.
First 4 Adventure UK is a small, independently run company that specialises in delivering the expedition section for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and giving families, friends, groups and individuals the opportunity to explore and enjoy all that the hills and mountains in the UK has to offer.
BPE historically has always carried out a polar expedition programme, either in the Arctic or Antarctic. These expeditions have sometimes been groundbreaking and have either been sport based expeditions, such as walking to the south pole, or scientific based expeditions.
Ieuenctid Cambria Youth Ltd is a company working for and with those who work with, young people. Founded in 2006 we have been working safely and successfully with young people in a variety of settings since then.
We pride ourselves in having a young person centred approach to delivering the outcomes desired by our customers.
Inspired Expeditions is a specialist DofE activity provider. The company has been set up to help young people realise their potential, through the DofE award scheme.
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