3:00pm Wednesday 13th June 2007
A Welsh independent school is preparing its pupils for the real world by offering a teamwork and initiative course by a leading adventure consultancy.
Christ College Brecon has joined forces with TYF Group, St Davids, to create a unique education programme for its pupils, including pre-course preparation in the Brecon Beacons, a residential adventure weekend in west Wales and a handbook including inspirational leadership stories.
The outdoor adventure programme aims to develop communication and problem-solving skills, and improve leadership and team-work to assist pupils on their transition to university and employment.
The residential weekend combines exploration and discovery activities, kayaking, surfing and coasteering, along with a series of group games and exercises.
A leadership course was originally developed by Christ College for new sixth form pupils at the school, but the course was so popular that it has now been developed and expanded by TYF to incorporate all sixth form pupils.
Dave Evans, head of adventure at TYF Group, said: "We're very excited to be chosen by Christ College Brecon to help develop their leadership programme.
"There's no doubt that society is facing some serious challenges, and a future in which strong and effective leadership skills will command a premium."
Simon Spencer, second master at Christ College, who set up the link with TYF Group, said: "In equipping our sixth formers for the world today it's evidently a great advantage to broaden their experiences, their team-working skills, and their ability to take the initiative. We're confident that the relationship with TYF will be highly beneficial for both organisations."
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