Lagganlia Centre for Outdoor Education
Kingussie, Inverness-shire, United Kingdom
http://www.lagganlia.com/

Problem Solving Games

Problem Solving Games are an excellent tool in encouraging students to think ’out of the box’, work as part of a team and develop the strategies needed to solve problems. There are a variety of tools that are used on the site, as well as a pool of knowledge and experience brought in each instructor that works with the students. The instructor’s aim is to help the students t......
 

Orienteering is becoming a very popular sport. Your children or young person will have to opportunity to see just why this sport is so exhilarating. It encourages independent and logical thinking. Because the participants work in a pair or trio, they have the chance to work on their team work and listening skills. It is quite competitive which enables groups to shine thereby boosting their self......
 

Field Studies provide the opportunity for students to link what they are learning in school with the outdoor environment. A stay at Lagganlia provides a fantastic opportunity for children and young people to notice, enjoy and appreciate the exquisite scenery, fauna and flora of the Cairngorms National Park. They are encouraged to be more aware of the fragile environment and how to preserve ......
 

Winter Mountaineering Skills activity is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the pleasures of summiting a mountain which is largely covered in snow. Students will learn about the basic requirements for survival in these harsh conditions, as well as developing their determination, participants will experience an enormous sense of achievement and pride in themselves. Each group will be accompanie......
 

This is a brilliant activity that can be enjoyed during both the winter and summer months. Your children and young people will learn about following instructions carefully, expanding their comfort zones, determination and the joy of learning a skill and then helping a fellow student who is perhaps struggling a bit. Each participant will be kitted out with the correct gear and instructed by a......
 

Locally known as ’Mountain Adventure’, this activity is rewarded with an enormous sense of achievement and pride in each individual. They not only get to experience the wilderness and unique beauty the Cairngorms National Park is famous for, but they gain first hand knowledge in the importance of group safety, suitable clothing, sufficient food and water and the satisfaction of a task......
 

Archery is a brilliant activity for achieving a high success rate in students who normally find endurance activities a challenge. It is therefore a wonderful opportunity for boosting self esteem and is easily adapted to suit people with disabilities. It encourages students to be aware of their own and other peoples safety, to follow a strict regime and to practice precision. Doing Archery fi......
 

Kayaking encourages the students to have fun developing water confidence and experience being self reliant. They also have the opportunity to learn the water etiquette and see the local wildlife. Before getting onto the water, students will be taught the general principles of lifting and moving the kayak safely, getting in and out of the kayak at shore, how to sit in the kayak, the basic use......
 

Canoeing encourages the students to have fun developing water confidence, experience working as a team of 2/3 being responsible for steering and keeping the boat upright and on longer trips some effort is required and staying power is called for. They also have the opportunity to learn the water etiquette and see local wildlife. Before getting onto the water, students will be taught the gene......
 

Sailing is a brilliant opportunity for students to work in a team and be responsible for their own safety. It encourages students to listen carefully and follow complex instructions as well as to plan ahead and to think tactically. Students will be briefed on the activity and encouraged to express their views and thoughts. Before getting on the water, they will be shown how to assemble the c......
 

River Rafting on the Spey is a very exciting activity for students of all ages. It encourages team work, good listening and determination when the team is starting to feel a bit tired from paddling. Before leaving the site, participants are issued with the correct gear and instructed to bring plenty food and drink as well as a change of clothes for the journey back. Each raft is accom......
 

Gorge Walking is a fantastic, exciting and fun activity and often the favourite activity of visiting students! Adrenaline flows as students plunge down slides and experience the thundering power of nature, as they stand under a waterfall. Everyone is cold and wet but that does not dampen team spirit! This activity raises the self esteem of participants through personal challenge (as they d......
 

Rock climbing and abseiling provide a wonderful opportunity for students to experience the trills of vertical assent and decent, to develop trust while working in a team and where possible, with determination, conquer any fears in heights a student may suffer from. Each student will be briefed on the activity ahead and given the opportunity to discuss any concerns or fears they may have. The......
 

Mountain biking encourages the students to persevere, expand their comfort zones and put into practice caring for the environment. They will experience cycling amongst exquisite scenery without the dangers and noise of traffic. Individuals are encouraged to play a part in deciding on a suitable route, assessing the risks involved and discussing effective group management. Selecting, caring......
 

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