The key to any successful organization is its people. In a recent Fortune article ranking the best places to work, training time was key element with companies that toped that list. In order to grow organizations must be willing to invest in the people who are responsible for it's success. At Parkwood Challenge ropes course we provide each participating organization with a series of challenging events that relate to day-to-day challenges with the hope that each member will depart having gained a greater understanding of themselves, as well as others around them.

A Partnership for Change

At Parkwood challenge ropes course we pride ourselves in the relationships that we develop with various teams. Each organization will work closely with the ropes course staff to identify areas of focus such as the following;

Problem Solving…communication skills... understanding diversity… trust .decision making… creativity… peer respect … teamwork… Confidence... building morals… resource management… conflict resolution… visualization... and having fun!

We also understand that different groups require and request different levels of intensity. At Parkwood we conduct our ropes course using the following levels:

Level 1 Just For Fun

FOCUS: Fun, Fun and more fun! Groups in this level are interested in participating in as many events as possible with no real agenda other that fellowship and personal enjoyment.

Level 2 Discovery

FOCUS: In this level groups are guided through a series of planned activities and obstacles that highlight a variety of effective skills and group dynamics.

Level 3 Skill Development

FOCUS: In this level groups identify and work on specific skills by negotiating there way through a variety of events that require critical thinking and a higher level of team commitment.

Who Can participate?

Anyone aged 10 years old and above. Special permission can be obtained for children under 10. Participants with special needs are encouraged to communicate their needs to the course staff prior to the event.

Who can Benefit?

Business Owners
School Groups
Public and Church Organizations
Youth Organizations
College Groups
Management Teams
Local Corporations
Any interested party

What are the group Requirements?

A minimum of ten active participants must be available for a group to begin. The maximum numbers of participants can vary depending on staff and course availability. Please call for large groups. In order to maximize group experience we suggest an ideal group size of 15.

What is included in the day?

Planned activities and events
Lunch
Use of conference room ( advance scheduling required ) . Restroom facilities

Comments about our Program:

Thanks! I think that all the activities and events have brought us closer together and have given us much to think about in the upcoming year.
- College Leadership Group

I enjoyed the entire day! The events were reflective of the challenges we face on a daily basis. I especially liked the opportunity to process what and how we accomplished each event.
- Health Care Professional

I enjoyed watching our group get out of our comfort zone and learn more about what makes each of us tick! This experience was a valuable part of our training and lf eel my commitment to the organization has been renewed.
- Hotel Employee

I had fun! We did things that I did not think we could do because we worked together instead of arguing!
- Alternative school participant

To make an appointment to tour the ropes course or for more information please call 1-800-477-3422.