Adventurous Activities BY MAX HARTLEBEN ROCK CLIMBING The

Adventurous Activities BY MAX HARTLEBEN

ROCK CLIMBING The sport or pastime of climbing rock faces, especially with the aid of ropes and special equipment. Rock climbing is an activity in which participants climb up, down or across natural rock formations or artificial rock walls. The goal is to reach the summit of a formation or the endpoint of a pre-defined route without falling. Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber’s strength, endurance, agility and balance along with mental control. Benefits -Upper body strength -Fear Factor -Sense of achievement -Improves confidence -Flexibility -Adrenalin -Improve balance -Team work

Snowboarding is a winter sport that involves descending a slope that is covered with snow while standing on a board attached to a rider’s feet, using a special boot set onto a mounted binding. Benefits-Experience -Travelling -Increase flexibility -Develop relationships -improve self-confidence -Helps with stress and anxiety -Improves emotions and mood -Strengthens leg muscles

Hiking is the activity for going for long walks in the countryside. It varies between difficulties and distances and can involve an high level of physicality. Hiking is normally physically demanding and consists of exploring natural outdoor environments and exploring the wilderness. Benefits -Lowers risk of heart disease. -strengthens your core -Improves balance -Helps control your weight -Boost bone density -Clears your mind -Improves muscular fitness -Relaxation

Skydiving The sport of jumping from an aircraft and performing acrobatic manouevre in the air under free fall before landing by parachute. Benefits -Stress relief -Strength development -Mental benefits -Conquer your fears -Push your limits

Canoeing The Definition of Canoeing is-: -Canoeing is an activity which involves paddling a canoe with a single-bladed paddle. Most present-day canoeing is done as or as a part of a sport or recreational activity. In some parts of Europe canoeing refers to both canoeing and kayaking, with a canoe being called an Open canoe.

Adventurous Activities –National Citizen Service (NCS) What is it? -National Citizen Service (NCS) is an experience you really don't want to miss. If you're 15 to 17 years-old, this is your chance to embark on exhilarating challenges. It’s a 3 -4 week experience that helps you build your skills and confidence and the cost up to £ 50. Health & Safety - They look after their members with every respect. - They cover basic first aid. -They have environmental management in place to protect people and limits impacts.

Adventurous Activities. Gravity Rocks Age Restrictions. Under 18 months – not allowed on any Activity Areas 18 months but under 5 years – must be accompanied by an adult at all times; one adult can accompany up to two children 5 years but under 13 years – allowed unaccompanied, but must be supervised 13 years but under 18 years – allowed unaccompanied and unsupervised Minimum age for Urban Climb is 4 yrs. Under 13 yrs to be supervised by an adult Fitness Class attendees must be over 14 years You must not participate in any Park events if you are Pregnant. Safety. Children 12 years and under need to have an adult on premises when climbing. Remember to too wear comfortable clothes for climbing and sports type footwear. A safety briefing must be completed Open jump- prices C 1 hour Online Peak - £ 9. 95 Socks £ 2. 50 1 hour Online Off Peak - £ 8. 95 Socks £ 2. 50 1 hour Walk in or Call to Book Rate £ 10. 95 Socks £ 2. 50 1 hr additional bounce - £ 4. 95

Adventurous Activities. Go Ape Kent What is Go Ape? We're the UK’s number one forest adventure found in 32 of the UK's most breathtaking. Values We’re campaigning to keep the adventure in adventure. We believe if you want to develop in life, you have to take risks – and we want to inspire people to do just that; by challenging, surprising and exciting them. By giving them the confidence and encouragement they need to turn ‘I can’t’ into ‘I can’. The great news is that a lot of our customers are finding this to be true of their Go Ape experience. locations. Activities -There's a range of activities such as tree top junior, Forest Segway and tree top adventure

Risk Assessment- Whitewater Rafting This is an example of a risk assessment that somebo dy may use. It’s important to use a risk assessment as the people participating in these activities can identify the risks and will understand the procedures that

Risk assessment-Delta Force Paintballing This is an example of a risk assessment that somebody might use to put in place all the risks involved in the activity. It's important to use a risk assessment beca use it means the participants kno w all the risks that are in place for these activities, it also means they know the safety procedures.

Risk Assessment- Rock Climbing This is an example of a risk assessment somebody may use before completing an activity or adventurous activity. It's important to use a risk assessment because It puts in boundaries to keep you safe and it has guidelines in what you would do if an incident occurred. Ther e's also a likelihood scale which you could follow so it will make you act more responsibly when competing in a activity.

Countryside Code-The Countryside code-. The Country Code is a standard set of guidelines for members of the public, to ensure respect and enjoyment in the countryside. consider the local community and other people enjoying the outdoors. - leave gates and property as you find them and follow paths unless wider access is available. Protect the natural environment: -Leave no trace of your visit and take your litter home. -keep dogs under effective control. -plan ahead and be prepared. -advice and local signs. The Countryside Code gives advice on how you can enjoy your visit to the countryside and also act responsibly to protect the countryside. The code explains that is important to plan ahead, stay safe, control your dog near livestock and prevent fires.

DBS- (Disclosure and Barring Service) DBS are responsible for-: • processing requests for criminal records checks (DBS checks) • deciding whether it is appropriate for a person to be placed on or removed from a barred list • placing or removing people from the DBS children’s barred list and adults’ barred list for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. What is DBS Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).