Secondary Schools

For over ten years Neptune has been a leading provider of both land and water based outdoor programmes for youth and school groups. Each programme incorporates elements of team interaction, challenging activities and of course lots of fun! Based on the idea of Learning through "Experiences" our programmes are specifically designed to enhance and develop an individual's interpersonal skills thus dissolving barriers that do exist within groups.

At Neptune we use the unfamiliar surroundings of the outdoors as a tool in assisting us to encourage people to learn about themselves and the group. The normal order of "rank" within a group becomes invalid in this environment. Involved in our tasks and activities are hidden agendas, the children have fun but develop interpersonal skills, leadership skills as well as other important abilities that will excel through life. We have also expanded our range of programmes to include An Gaisce Presidents Award expeditions and have facilities to cater for much larger numbers.

Check out the One-day courses or Multi day courses to see what suits
 

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Multi Activity - Fun, Fun, Fun.

Louth. Starting the day at 10am doing a range of out land activities – Karting, Archery, Orienteering or Rock-wall Climbing and Abseiling. And after lunch we hit the water with some great activities. Rib-rides, Banana Boat Rides, Sailing Rides as well as our classics of Pier-Jumping, Surfing and Kayaking. Then, when all are exhausted, head home happy at 4pm.

Wicklow. Start the day with a range of team-building activities, including: Assult Courses, Orienteering, Treasure Hunt, Atomic-Bomb Challenge, Minefield & Capture the Flag. Then after lunch complete the secret challenge!!

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Bonding Programme - Improving Group Dynamics

Wicklow or Louth

The group starts with our crystal maze challenge. Teams compete against each other completing a series of tasks designed to bring out leadership, communication and problem solving qualities among other skills. Points are awarded for successful completion. Meanwhile, our team monitors each person.

After lunch, teams compete in the raft building challenge. The materials they get are based on the points they where awarded in the morning session and the best construction usually wins! Uniquely, our team writes a report on each participant; sent back to the school within a week.

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The Overnighters

Any combination of outdoor activities from the other options. PLUS Unite the group by staying in our Failte Ireland approved accommodation with the teachers staying close by, in our lodge. Students are under constant supervision. All meals, activities and local travel are covered.

For our 2-night package add in cinema, bowling or rock-climbing as and evening activity and the extra day can include Sailing rides, Indoor Karting, Archery or Hill Walking.

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New Skills - Certified Courses

We are also happy to deliver specific skills-based courses such as Kayaking, Sailing or Orienteering,
with certification by sporting bodies – up to Fetac Level-5 on the national framework qualifications.