Monday, January 14, 2008

GSD -School & College programmes, Outdoor Activities and Residential courses

GSD is ….committed to…safety, breaking down barriers and the 'D' in GSD stands for 'Development' for all those that attend our course

(as recommended by Clifton & Marlborough colleges, City & County of Swansea, Kent & Birmingham County Council and many more….)

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Examples of programmes available for Schools*:

  • School residential course for Year 5 through to Year 11 (includes surfing and Ocean water skills training with SurfGSD on Gower peninsular or Fistral beach, Newquay

  • Leadership & Group Dynamics - working together effectively, providing skills for life

  • Key Stage 3 & 4 Outdoor Activities

  • GCSE Courses linked to National Curriculum, such as Physical Education
    Coastal environment based work plans

(*all courses can be undertaken through the medium of Welsh)

Examples of Further education/ College Courses suitable for our residential courses:
* 'A' Level course work

* Outdoor Recreation
* Leisure & Tourism
* Public Services

Further Education
* HND Water Sports & Adventure Management
* BA Leisure Management modules
* Key skills such as problem solving, confidence building and working in a team

Courses

One to six day courses cover all aspects of outdoor leisure and activity management, personal development & key skills, tourist site visits & talks by professional providers. We can target specific modules within your course syllabus. Evidence can be collected throughout the course in several ways via photo, video, written, self assessment, discussion groups & staff observation.


A Typical Itinerary for a School Residential course
Day one - command tasks, surf survival/incident training then surfing
Day two - surf day- lessons and supervised practice
Day three - horse riding/gorge walk
Day four - surf day- lessons and supervised practice
Day five - further command tasks, team challenges & games, supervised free surf

Evening activities can also be arranged to entertain the participants. This is an example of one itinerary but we can tailor a programme to suit your requirements. You may wish to visit on a weekend or for a shorter duration.

Evidence for Course Work

We can design activities and worksheets to ensure students record learning outcomes and produce a portfolio of evidence gathered during the week. Lecturer course notes can be provided to help fully prepare college staff before the residential.

Youth Groups
SurfGSD also have a wealth of experience in catering for youth groups whether it be the Scouts, Guides, Duke of Edinburgh Award Schemes or Charitable Organisations.

Why SurfGSD?
* Personal growth through adventure
* Your safety and enjoyment is our priority – BSA Level 4, Approved by Restormel Borough Council and City and County of Swansea
* Accessible - No excessive journeys being just 20 minutes off the M4
* Natural locations – Gower the first designated area of outstanding natural beauty in the UK
* All inclusive packages available

Return visitors

GSD provides residential and day courses each year for Clifton College, Bristol; Marlborough College, Wiltshire; Local Authorities including City and County of Swansea, Newport, Blaenea Gwent; Kent County Council, Birmingham City Council and Duke of Edinburgh Award Schemes.

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